Not particularly 50, closer to later 50s. Towards my later 50s, realized that there was so much I wanted to accomplish and there was so much potential within that hadn’t yet come out. 

Follow your heart, narrowly focus on your dreams, take action every day, don’t waste time as it’s limited, forget about the past, it does not define you, don’t bother listening to others, commit, persist, be disciplined, persevere, trust and believe completely in yourself, your gifts and what you offer. 

My smile, my sincerity and my individuality. I’d want them to know I care, I’m finally ok with who I am, that I have much to offer in this world, I’m a somewhat extroverted introvert who has so many dreams yet uncompleted and now have the ingredients to go after every one of them and am determined to make each one happen. I will live and love to age 100 or later with my mind, body and spirit intact and vibrant. 

My parents are from Long Island and married at age 22. I’m the first born and have 2 sisters and a brother. My Dad’s heritage is Irish and Italian, and he’s directly related to the famous violinist, Niccolo Paganini. My Mom is English and Italian. Her ancestors came over on the second ship after the Mayflower and she, is a Daughter of the Revolution. 

I grew up in Connecticut and have three adult children, one son aged 28 and twin daughters, ages 26. All are successful and are making a mark on the world in their chosen paths. 

Accepting me, raising 3 children within 2 years of age of each, finding my gifts and purpose 

Raising 3 intelligent, caring, sensitive and successful children

My family, being in nature, traveling and learning about different culture and people, rehabbing houses, spending time with close friends, scuba diving, reflecting on all the good in my life.