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💃 Hispanic bilingual content creator
🧘🏼‍♀️Yoga • Health • Style • Travel
🇪🇸• 🇺🇸 • 60
🗞 Feat @oprahdaily
📍Sarasota, Florida
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Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! ¡Feliz mes de la h

Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! ¡Feliz mes de la herencia hispana!

Most people who I cross paths with in the US do NOT expect Spanish to come out of my mouth. La mayoría de las personas con las que me cruzo en Estados Unidos (USA) no se esperan que de mi boca salga el español.

I´m bicultural and bilingual since I was a kid, thanks to my dad @carbonelldelfin. Soy bicultural y bilingüe desde niña gracias a mi padre. I am also a dual national. También tengo ambas nacionalidades.

I was born in Madrid, Spain - my mother is from the US with British and Hungarian roots. My dad was born in Spain (his parents were from Valencia) and came to the US at 17 to get his college degree. I was born in Madrid when he was getting his PhD there.

Nací en Madrid, España - mi madre es de USA con raíces Británicas y Húngaras. My padre nació en España (sus abuelos eran de Valencia), y vino a USA a los 17 años para estudiar aquí su carrera universitaria. Se sacaba el doctorado en Madrid, y por eso nací allí.

My first few years I lived in Pennsylvania, and then mostly in Spain in different cities until I moved to Florida 19 years ago. Both of my kids were born in Seville, Spain.

Mis primeros años viví en Pennsylvania y luego mayormente en España en diferentes ciudades hasta que me mudé a Florida hace 19 años. Mis dos hijas nacieron en Sevilla.

I feel comfortable in any English or Spanish-speaking country and there is no ONE country I consider home. I have at least two homes if not more.

Me siento cómoda en cualquier país de habla inglesa o española y no hay UN país que considere mi hogar. Tengo al menos dos hogares, si no más.

I identify with bicultural people, no matter what their heritage, and with people who have a hard time answering the question “where are you from”? That said I am proudly Spanish-American and love Latin culture.

Me identifico con las personas biculturales, no importa de donde sean, y con quienes tienen dificultad en responder a la pregunta “¿De dónde eres?:

What is your heritage? I’d love to know.

¿Cual es tu herencia cultural!? Me encantaría saberlo.

#hispanicheritage #hispanicheritagemonth #hispanicblogger #weallgrow

At 60 I definitely know I’m strong and resilient

Happy 85th birthday to my amazing dad, @carbonelld

Happy 85th birthday to my amazing dad, @carbonelldelfin! He once asked, "Why say 'happy birthday' instead of just 'it's your birthday'?" Well, because reaching another birthday is a remarkable achievement! And I'm thrilled you're celebrating today! (Swipe for more).

I recall being around 6 or 7 years old in Madrid, Spain. The school called my sister, @lauralcb, and me for a "family emergency." Worried, I thought something bad had occurred.

But no, our abuelita and dad surprised us, packing snacks and taking us to the new amusement park in Madrid on a school day. That day remains etched in my memory as one of the most unforgettable.

My dad worked tirelessly, and at night, my sister and I eagerly anticipated his footsteps on the stairs. It meant he'd come to sing, tell stories, or create shadow figures on the wall. Abuelita would grumble because it delayed bedtime.

I faced school bullying as a child and begged my dad to take me out. He did, and for a few months at age 8, we had a private teacher who introduced us to a world of knowledge beyond the classroom. I still have some of the books I studied with. My dad sacrificed to enroll us in an international school, where I gained the bilingual education I cherish.

Yoga and running? He introduced me to both when I was just 12 or 13, and those skills have served me well over the years.

And as for writing, I owe it to my dad and his father. I grew up watching them write and publish, thinking it was perfectly normal. Sorry, Daddy,I became a writer despite your hopes! 😂

Weekends were spent with Laura and me collating books at the printing press owned by my father and grandfather. To this day, the scent of paper and ink is mesmerizing.

Thank you for enduring the challenges of raising four kids, facing quadruple coronary bypass surgery, and fighting cancer. You're a true warrior, and that's why we are too!

Español en el primer comentario

🎂🎉 #happybirthday #fatherknowsbest #thisis85 #over60 #over70 #over80

I didn’t want to spend my 60th birthday at home!

I didn’t want to spend my 60th birthday at home!

The reason we chose Oaxaca was because both Phil and I had come close to traveling there separately over the past few years and always had to cancel our plans.

I’d thought of other locations, some in the U.S. but they were so expensive, that my mind kept going back to Mexico, specifically Oaxaca.

I mean @phildiederich grew up there, I’m half Spanish, we both speak the language and we love the culture, and so there we went.

This is a summary of some of the outdoor stuff we did and that I’ve shared in previous posts separately.

Hierve el Agua.

Monte Alban.

Sierra de Juarez

Arbol Del Tule

Cuiliapam

Jardin Etno-botanico de Oaxaca

The airfare, hotel, excursions, and food for ten days and nights would have bought us half the time or less in any of the US locations I had in mind. We felt safe and it was beautiful and memorable.

What did you do for your last milestone birthday, no matter what your age?

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#oaxacamexico #HierveElAgua #arboldeltule #montealban #cuiliapam #visitamexico #milestonebirthdays #thisis60 #travelinfluencer #travelblogger #affordabletravel #mujeresde50 #mujeresde60 #multigenerationaltravel #internationaltravel #cheaptravel #emptynestertravel #emptynesters #hispanicheritagemonth #hispanicheritage

My husband and partner in crime @phildiederich has

My husband and partner in crime @phildiederich has had quite the professional and life journey and he’s not done yet.

Before we met, he was a photojournalist working with the New York Times, AP, Contact, Time and Life, and also the local paper in Sarasota, the Herald Tribune.

By the time we met, 14 years ago in November, he was about to embark on his MFA in creative writing.

With determination and dedication, he transitioned into the world of literature, becoming a notable author in the process. He’s won critical acclaim a @penamerica award and has a few books under his belt now.

Phil has just released another book, "Lalo Lespérance Never Forgot" with @duttonbooks @penguinteen It went on sale today!

The book's launch is set for Wednesday, September 13th at @tombolobooks.

It's a touching story about a boy rediscovering memories of his dad, set during the early stages of the COVID lockdown, and gives readers a glimpse into Phil’s Mexican and Haitian heritage.

A bit about Phillippe – he's got an interesting mix of backgrounds. With a dad from New Zealand and a mom from Haiti, being born in the Dominican Republic, and growing up in Mexico City before heading to Miami at 16, his stories come from a deep well of diverse experiences and a search for cultural identity.

If you've ever had the chance to hear us both converse you'll know he's fluent in both English and Spanish, and he's got some interesting insights about the whole writing process.

He'll be in St. Petersburg, Florida, for the event, chatting with St. Petersburg's Poet Laureate, Gloria Muñoz @bygloriamunoz . It promises to be a relaxed evening of great conversation.

If you're around, it'd be great to see you there (yes I will be there too). Swipe to see the post about the event. Ask me anything about his writing, Phil or even us as a couple / team. 🙌🏻

📸 @cxn_33

#stpeteevents #localauthor #YAauthor #penguinbooks #middlegradebooks #hispanicheritage #hispanicheritagemonth #sarasotaevents #haitianheritage #duttonbooks #sarasotaauthor #bilingualauthor #mixedheritage #srqevents #srqlife #stpetelife #diversebooks

The first instance of my PVD occurred two years ag

The first instance of my PVD occurred two years ago while I was in Spain with my family. Standing at a grocery store checkout, I was suddenly confronted by large black specks obstructing my vision.

Panic set in as I feared the onset of a migraine or even a stroke, especially given my family’s history with the latter.

The next day I woke up with the same issue so I went to the doctor, who sent me to the ER.

After returning to Florida, a comprehensive eye examination confirmed the diagnosis of posterior vitreous detachment. Over time, I adjusted to the presence of these floaters.

I had no idea about PVD and how prevalent it is until it happened to me. It’s scary!

Just last month, before a trip to California, I underwent my annual eye check-up, which showed no issues.

However, merely two days later, as I landed in Reno, my vision was again assaulted. This time, flashes of light and squiggly lines in my left eye were far more pronounced, drastically impairing my sight.

While the experience was terrifying, I had a semblance of understanding about its cause.

Another ER visit and consultation with a retina specialist revealed PVD and an internal hemorrhage in my eye, affecting my vision for two weeks.

Fortunately, a subsequent appointment with my ophthalmologist confirmed that my eye was healing. Now, I’m acclimating to a new set of floaters in my left eye.

PVD in and of itself is not harmful unless it causes a retinal tear. That’s why we need to get it checked sooner rather than later.

It wasn’t until I shared my experience online that I realized just how common PVD is. The overwhelming chorus of “Me too!” responses made me question why this issue isn’t discussed more openly.

Have any of you experienced this? Sharing our stories certainly makes me feel less isolated. How about you?

(Español en el primer comentario)

#posteriorvitreousdetachment #PVD #comprehensiveeyeexam #eyehealth #eyehealthawareness #healthyaging #healthinfluencer #healthblogger #over50 #over60 #cataracts #proaging #agepositive

22 years ago today I was in Seville, Spain, where

22 years ago today I was in Seville, Spain, where I lived at the time and where both my children were born.

My eldest, @cxn_33 was 4 months old and we had just come back from her monthly check-up. We went to a friend's house to have lunch. She and I had our kiddos a couple of months apart.

We were both breast-feeding our babies and watching the news, that in Spain is at 3 pm (lunchtime news). We saw the whole horror live.

From the news of the first plane, where they were debating on whether it had been a small plane that hit the tower by accident. Then we saw the second plane hit the towers live. It was the most horrifying, anguishing image I have ever seen. I will never forget the bodies of people throwing themselves from the towers. Live.

My first thought was, "what world have I brought my baby into?" ... I called my sister @lauralcb in San Francisco, who was just waking up to go to work and I was sure she hadn't seen the news. She couldn't believe it.

My girls' dad was working at the air base in Seville and after that day, he was pretty much at work 24/7, because there was heightened security from then on and lots of things to put into place. I felt alone and vulnerable with my baby, and I ended up visiting a therapist. I went into a kind of haze that I couldn't snap out of.

I cancelled my trip to visit my sister in November and postponed it till March of the following year. I was in touch with friends and family who lived close to where one of the other planes crashed. It all seemed so surreal. Like the world would never be the same. It wasn't, of course.

My father @carbonelldelfin , to calm me, said something to me back then that I found hard to believe: "People will recover, and life will go on eventually." I know individuals may not have recovered ... But as a whole, the human race is wired to keep on going. And it did.

I still can't believe that the horror I watched live on TV 22 years ago is now a part of history books. And a part of the collective fear that the U.S. had never experienced before.

Three years later I had another baby and, shortly after, we moved to Florida.

Pics are in March 2022.

Where were you that day?

#september11

We celebrated Phil's 59th birthday at Hierve el Ag

We celebrated Phil's 59th birthday at Hierve el Agua (Mexico) this August! 🎂🌊

Diving into these enchanting pools was a dream. The mineral-rich waters smelled great and were refreshingly cool - perfect for a birthday dip!

The mineral formations resembling cascading waterfalls, transported us into a world of natural splendor and ancient mystique. Swipe to see more pictures!

An August visit, during the rainy season, adds a layer of lush vibrancy to the experience.

Hierve el Agua is about 70 km from Oaxaca City, so the journey was a part of the adventure.

For first-timers, I'd recommend taking an organized tour; it simplifies the experience and gives so much insight. 🚌💡

Remember to carry some cash for the quaint towns you pass through (they charge a toll) and coins for the restrooms and shower!

Sharing this special spot with Phil was so great, especially since he got to take my picture, 😂. He didn’t get in the water.

Have you been to Hierve el Agua?

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¡Celebramos el 59 cumpleaños de Phil estupendamente en Hierve el Agua este agosto! 🎂🌊

Fue un placer sumergirme en estas fantñasticas piscinas naturales.

El agua rica en minerales olia super bien y estaba fresca pero no super fría - ¡perfecta para un chapuzón de cumpleaños!

Hay formaciones minerales que se asemejan a cascadas, que son impresionantes en persona. ¡Desliza para ver más fotos!

Hierve el Agua está a unos 70 km de la ciudad de Oaxaca, asi que el viaje fue parte de la aventura.

Para los que lo visitan por primera vez, recomendaría hacerlo con un tour organizado; simplifica la experiencia y ofrece mucha perspectiva. 🚌💡

¡Recuerda llevar algo de efectivo para pagar una especia de peaje cuando cruzas alguno de los los pintorescos pueblos ¡y monedas para los servicios y las duchas!

Compartir este día especial con Phil fue estupendo, especialmente porque el pobre se pasó el tiempo sacando fotos. 😂 No se bañó pero porque no quiso.

¿Has estado en Hierve el Agua?

#HierveElAgua #visitmexico #visitoaxaca #Emptynesters #birthdaytrip #emptynestertravel #travelinfluencer #travelblogger #midlifetravel #midlifetravel #seniortravel #multigenerationaltravel

As an active 60-year-old, I know first-hand the re

As an active 60-year-old, I know first-hand the remarkable health, emotional, and mental benefits walking brings. 🌟

🏥 Health: Walking boosts my cardiovascular health, strengthens my bones, and keeps me feeling energetic. My dad takes long walks in the city at soon 85, despite health challenges.

😊 Emotional Well-being: Strolling through Oaxaca’s beauty uplifted my spirits. The colorful streets and cultural gems here are a balm for the soul. I also love walking on the beach in Sarasota, Florida or in Madrid, Spain when I visit family.

💆‍♀️ Mental Clarity: Walking clears my mind, reduces stress, and enhances my creativity. Like running, it’s a meditation in motion, but without so much impact on the joints. I still run once in a while (I was a runner most of my life) but walking is more sustainable now.

Are you also reaping the holistic benefits of walking, no matter your age?

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Soy una mujer activa de 60 años, y sé de primera mano los notables beneficios para la salud, emocionales y mentales que aporta caminar. 🌟

🏥 Salud: Caminar mejora mi salud cardiovascular, fortalece mis huesos y me mantiene con energía. Mi padre da largos paseos por la ciudad a sus 85 años, a pesar de sus problemas de salud.

😊 Bienestar Emocional: Pasear por la belleza de Oaxaca fue estupendo para el ánimo. Las calles coloridas y tesoros culturales son un bálsamo para el alma. También me encanta caminar en la playa en Sarasota, Florida, o en las calles de Madrid, España, cuando visito a la familia.

💆‍♀️ Claridad Mental: Caminar despeja mi mente, reduce el estrés y potencia mi creatividad. Al igual que correr, es una meditación en movimiento, pero sin tanto impacto en las articulaciones. Aún corro de vez en cuando (fui corredora la mayor parte de mi vida), pero caminar es más sostenible.

¿También aprovechas los beneficios integrales de caminar, sin importar tu edad?🚶‍♀️💖

#WalkingForWellness #oaxacacity #walking #over50andfit #over60andfit #thisis60 #proaging #agepositive #emptynester #travelinfluencer #walkingtours #flyageless #artinaging #visitmexico #spanishblogger #hispanicblogger #bilingual #mujeresde60 #mujeresde50

I just underwent photodynamic therapy (PDT) for pr

I just underwent photodynamic therapy (PDT) for pre-skin cancer lesions on my face and chest, and I wanted to share my experience. Swipe for pics of the procedure (not scary!). It’s covered by medical insurance!

I'm 60 years old, and looking back, I realize how much sun damage my skin has endured over the years.

As a child, I used to get sunburned on the beach in Valencia, Spain every summer, complete with blisters.

In my 20s, as a fitness instructor, I had access to free tanning beds, and I thought it was a good idea to nap in them during my breaks at the gym.

For the past 19 years, I've been living in Florida, so despite diligently applying sunscreen, I've spent a lot of time outdoors.

My sister's experience with malignant melanoma and another type of cancer served as a wake-up call for me. I wish I could go back in time and undo the sun damage.

I want to express my gratitude to the entire staff at Abrams Dermatology @abramsdermatology - my go-to for all things skin- for their informative guidance and for calming my fears throughout this process.

The actual procedure lasted only 16 minutes, following 50 minutes of having the medicine applied to my skin. During the treatment, I only felt some tingling in my forehead and lips.

Now, I'm indoors and away from bright light for the next 48 hours. After that, I'll need to avoid direct sunlight for at least two weeks and continue to be diligent about sunscreen, wearing my hat and sunglasses.

I encourage everyone to take their skin health seriously and get yearly skin checkups.

We may not be able to undo the past, but we can certainly take steps to protect our skin and prevent further damage.

Let's all make the commitment to prioritize our skin's health and learn from our sun-soaked pasts.

Tell me, do you wear sunscreen, a hat, rashguards?

#SkinHealth #SkinCancerAwareness #SunSafety #SkinRejuvenation #Dermatology #PhotodynamicTherapy #SunDamage #SunscreenSaves #ProtectYourSkin #SkinCareJourney #SkinCheckup #StaySunSmart #SunSmartChoices #HealthySkin #SkinProtection #SunLove #UVProtection #HatAndSunglasses #SunscreenRoutine #agepositive #fiftyplusandfabulous #over60 #srqlife #sarasotabusiness

Throughout my life, I’ve been constantly on the

Throughout my life, I’ve been constantly on the move, and I attribute my reasonably good mental, emotional, and physical well-being at 60 to this active lifestyle.

Certainly, you don’t have to engage in challenging arm balances to maintain fitness. It was just a personal goal I set for myself in my 50s, and I achieved it.

Now, I’m gradually reintroducing arm balancing into my routine after nearly two years of recovering from a rotator cuff injury.

Prior to this practice, I properly warmed up using my PT exercise bands, especially with the Florida heat.

In a previous reel, I shared tips on improving balance and enhancing core strength, which I believe are essential as we age.

I want to acknowledge that there are factors beyond our control, such as illnesses and conditions, that can impact how far we can or want to push ourselves beyond our comfort zone.

My journey is unique to me and doesn’t imply that these antics are suitable for everyone.

I simply follow my joy, and it brings me immense happiness. I understand that my body will continue to change in my 60s, and I’ll adapt to some changes while resisting others to the best of my ability.

Now, I’m curious, what brings you joy at your age?

Bodysuit: @fpmovement
Mat: @liforme

#thisis60 #flyageless #eightanglepose #artinaging #proaging #agepositive #midlifetalent #over50andfit #over60andfit #yogaover50 #yogaover60 #ageismisneverinstyle

Walking through the serene Oaxaca botanical garden

Walking through the serene Oaxaca botanical gardens on my 60th birthday trip, I found myself caught in an unexpected rain shower. 🌧️☂️ It was a fitting metaphor for life - sometimes, despite our plans, rain (or challenges) comes our way.

In recent times, I’ve faced my share of struggles. Battling ongoing mental health challenges, dealing with a posterior vitreous detachment that temporarily dimmed my vision, and navigating the journey of recovering from a painful rotator cuff tear have tested my resilience.

But what truly matters, I’ve come to realize, is not avoiding the rain but learning to open an umbrella when it pours, both in weather and in life.

These moments, these challenges, they are part of our journey, and they don’t define us. It’s the strength we find within ourselves to face them head-on, to seek help when needed, and to prioritize self-care that truly matters. 🌿💧

So, as I walked under that Oaxacan rain, I was reminded that life’s beauty lies in embracing it all, whether it’s the joyful moments or the trying ones.

Here’s to opening umbrellas, seeking help, and taking care of ourselves through the storms and sunshine alike. 🌦️☔

Would you care to share any storms you’ve been through lately and how you got through them?

#MidlifeTravel
#Over60Travel
#visitoaxaca
#agepositive
#60PlusTravel
#Oaxacacity
#TravelingAt60
#emptynesters
#travelblogger
#GoldenYearsTravel
#OaxacaEscapade
#60AndTraveling
#oaxacaméxico
#Midlife
#fiftyplusandfabulous
#thisis60
#Oaxaca
#visitmexico

Who said the celebration has to stop because it’

Who said the celebration has to stop because it’s not my birthday anymore? 🎉

Every year, since turning 50, these photoshoots have become an exciting ritual for me. (Swipe to see more photos).

When I first saw these pics on @phildiederich ‘s camera, I was overwhelmed with gratitude – especially being able to pull off those handstands after my partially torn rotator cuff journey in the past two years.

But, come posting time - on the day of my 60th birthday -, I realized we'd missed the mark on IG sizing. 😩

Yep, a tiny hiccup that ended with me pointing fingers at Phil, poor guy. 🥹

Thankfully for both of us, I quickly owned up to my unfair passive-aggressive attitude. I apologized and found a workaround using InShot resizing and editing app.

Note to self: Photos might be a tad off IG's "perfect" size, but hey, they're a true reflection of my spirit.

At 60, I'm embracing all my imperfections, and guess what? Still up for my usual shenanigans.

Enjoy the shots, 'imperfect' sizes and all!" 🤸‍♀️🧘‍♀️🥳

Are you also a work in progress, no matter your age?

How easy is it for you to say you’re sorry and get over a mountain made of a molehill all by yourself?

#handstands #armbalances #over60andfit #over50andfit #overfiftyandfabulous #thisis60 #yogaover50 #yogaover60 #rotatorcufftear #flyageless #artinaging #proaging #agepositive #athleta

Have you ever found yourself in a similar thought

Have you ever found yourself in a similar thought process with your age - no matter what that is?

Even though I do talk about my age quite frequently on social media, in my day-to-day life, I forget that I’m 60, and I’m even surprised to realize that’s actually my age. 😂

When I hear someone is 60, the mental image I conjure of that age, or even of myself at 60, doesn’t align with reality. 🥸

It’s a candid admission that unconscious biases can persist, even when we’d rather deny them. 🤪

The journey of aging is undeniably intriguing, and I wouldn’t trade it for anything else. Hopefully, that remains the case for a long while.

Let’s continue this conversation in the comments. Do you ever catch yourself harboring unconscious age biases?

#ageism #ageless #midlife #over50andfabulous #thisis60 #proaging #agepositive #flyageless #artinaging #comedy #relatable #skit

I'm Lorraine, born in Spain, now based in Sarasota

I am lucky to have an able functional body. But it

I am lucky to have an able functional body. But it’s up to me to move it. That’s when discipline kicks in.

Also, movement is to a large degree how I manage my mental health.

Please know I’m aware of limitations due to illnesses, accidents and more. I’ve had my fair share of injuries too (more on that in other reels).

That’s a whole other ball game and even then I know plenty of people that have these and move within their possibilities.

That said, one of the things that keeps me going now that I’ve turned 60 is that regular movement helps me enjoy life more.

@phildiederich and I spent our birthdays in Oaxaca city and surroundings and being able to not give going up and down these steps a second thought felt great.

On top of that I grew up with a fear of heights that I seem to be conquering to a degree thanks to yoga, concentration and breathwork.

These archaeological ruins of Monte Albán near the city of Oaxaca, Mexico were one of the highlights of our trip.

To those younger than me, please know the body you have at 20 is not the body you will have at 60, BUT if you take care of yourself you will enjoy your older age SO much more than if you aren’t in shape.

What keeps you moving? And if you’re not regularly exercising in some way, what’s stopping you? Maybe we can give you a little push.

#over50andfit #over60andfit #thisis60 #mobility #stairs #travelblogger #oaxaca #montealbanoaxaca #travelinfluencer #emptynesters #yogateacher #proaging #agepositive #flyageless #artinaging #visitmexico

Xochimilco, nestled in Oaxaca City, is a vibrant n

Xochimilco, nestled in Oaxaca City, is a vibrant neighborhood known for its captivating murals that adorn its streets.

Painted over the years by local artists, these murals reflect the rich history and culture of the area.

The neighborhood is home to a diverse population, a mix of indigenous Zapotec people and a growing community of artists and creatives. Even tourists eventually end up living there full-time.

The explosion of color in Xochimilco's murals mirrors the lively spirit of the community, creating a visual feast for the senses.

Swipe to see more murals!

Oaxaca is a walkable city. If you travel there in August as we did, bring an umbrella and/or a raincoat. We had both. It’s rainy season, but nothing like the downpours we get in Florida!

It can be hot during the day and temps go down with the rain and in the evening. I brought a merino wool sweater and was fine with it.

All over Oaxaca carry coins to go to public restrooms. Most restaurants don’t charge but they do charge to use the restrooms in the markets and some tourist locations like Hierve el Agua.

There are two people I know of that organize cultural boutique tours to Oaxaca. One is @mexicoinmypocket and the other is @adrianadiscoversmexico

Ask me anything about the trip or the area. We felt safe at all times.

Keep in mind @phildiederich and I are both bilingual in English and Spanish. But from what I saw English-only tourists (or other languages) are treated just as well.

Pregúntame lo que quieras.

Or comment with your experience. O comenta acerca de tu experiencia. 💕

#visitmexico #visitaoaxaca #visitoaxaca #oaxacacity #oaxacamexico #oaxacamurals #midlifetravel #travelblogger #travelinfluencer #fiftyplusandfabulous #emptynestertravel #emptynesters #multigenerationaltravel #over60 #thisis60 #hispanicblogger #weallgrow #agepositive #proaging #xochimilcooaxaca #xochimilco #streetart

Happy 59th to my ride or die @phildiederich !! Wha

We chose Oaxaca city for our birthday celebrations

We chose Oaxaca city for our birthday celebrations because I’ve been invited twice to press trips here and couldn’t make it either time.

@phildiederich had booked a month’s stay here a year and a half ago to write one of his books and had to cancel last minute because of a family situation that required his presence in Sarasota. It was a bummer.

So here we are together!

Phil was raised in Ciudad de México and later worked in Mexico as a photojournalist. His Spanish definitely blends in here and my “z” from Spain immediately gives me away. 😂

Anyhow, our luggage didn’t make it with us but @aeromexico made sure we got it. It was zip locked and delivered to our hotel rooms the next day. 💃 Gracias @aeromexico!

The little hotel we are at - @hotellasmariposas (pic having coffee with red wall) is absolutely great. Clean, beautiful and affordable. More on that soon.

The downtown of the city of Oaxaca is a pleasure to the senses if you love good food, color, textiles and nice people.

I dropped my wallet (yup!) while we were having dinner with friends at el Zócalo (main square) and a street vendor who approached our table let me know my wallet was on the floor. 🥹 Everything was in it.

Most of the pics here are downtown and in the barrio mágico Jalatlaco close to the hotel.

I have so much more to share but so far it’s being a beautiful experience.

Si quieren que les conteste a algo en español con gusto lo hago. :-)

Have you been to Oaxaca city?

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Somehow I made it to Super Sixty! (Swipe for more

Somehow I made it to Super Sixty!
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The good:

A lot of good stuff happened in my 50s: I married the love of my life @phildiederich four years after we met in our forties, launched VivaFifty.com and made a living with it, traveled quite a lot, became a certified 500-hour trained yoga teacher, rekindled old passions like dancing and rollerblading, took up new activities like improv, storytelling, and acting (yup! that surprised even me), made wonderful friends!

I wrote and published a few more books, watched my kids grow up and take on the world, and traveled to Oaxaca with Phil to celebrate our birthdays (where I’m posting this from).

The bad:

A lot of not-so-pleasant stuff happened in my 50s: I lost my best friend and then two more friends to cancer, my grandmother died, my dad had open heart surgery and then colon cancer and a colon resection, and my father-in-law passed away.

I had the closest call with colon cancer myself, I had shingles, COVID, posterior vitreous detachment in both eyes (the latest was a few weeks ago), tore my rotator cuff, and went through a year and a half of excruciating pain, parenting our three teens was NO joke, saw the eyes of depression through it all, and on and on I could go.

The result:

I turn 60 with more scars, but also feeling stronger, more grounded, more compassionate, more curious, and more open to whatever life brings, both the good and the bad, because that’s just how it is, whether we like it or not.

I’m not one to take challenges lying down, so here I am, grateful to still be here in relatively good shape physically, mentally, and emotionally, following joy as best as I can, and thankful to all the people who have been, are and will be a part of my journey.

I still feel I haven’t peaked yet and that my best days aren’t behind me. And that is something I am immensely grateful for!

#thisis60 #birthdaypost #fiftyplusandfabulous #sixtyplusandfabulous #agepositive #proaging #flyageless #artinaging #disruptaging #lifeisgood #srqlife #over40 #over50andfit #over60andfit #weallgrow #olderandbolder

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