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The Granny Who Stands on Her Head: Reflections on growing older Kindle Edition

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Discover the secret to embracing old age with humor, wisdom, and zest!

“Somewhere in the middle of my seventies, I realized that I liked being old”, the author writes at the outset. You are invited to join her on an inspiring and captivating exploration of life's later stages, bursting with engaging stories and insights from a lifetime of rich experiences.

This part-memoir, part-reflection will help the reader embrace the inevitable process of aging. Dive into an array of topics, from the hilarious personal experiences of memory loss to fresh perspectives on ambition and even intimacy at 90. Each page will challenge the myths and taboos society holds about old age and show you how growing older can be not only fulfilling but also fun.

Carl Honoré, author of Bolder: Making the Most of our Longer Lives, praises this book as a "warm, thoughtful, and uplifting meditation on the perks and pitfalls of growing older." Let this heartwarming and enlightening book be your guide to a life that flourishes as the years go by.

Don't wait any longer to change your perspective on old age. Grab your copy today and embark on a journey of self-discovery, laughter, and newfound appreciation for the beauty of growing older.

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ASIN ‏ : ‎ B09L1J6H8F
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Glenmore Press (November 3, 2021)
Publication date ‏ : ‎ November 3, 2021
Language ‏ : ‎ English
File size ‏ : ‎ 547 KB
Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
Print length ‏ : ‎ 214 pages

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- #289 in Aging (Kindle Store)
- #1,329 in Aging (Books)

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I have been a writer for many years.

My most recent book, The Granny Who Stands on Her Head, comprises a series of reflections on growing older and is partly a memoir.

But I am fascinated by other people’s experiences, thoughts and emotions and have written three recent books where people express their views in their own words. These are:

i) Life in a Hospice, Foreword by Tony Benn, about what it is like to work in end-of-life care;

ii) Wise Before Their Time, Foreword by Sir Ian McKellen, about people living with HIV/AIDS in the early 1990s;

iii) Celebrating Grandmothers, about the joys and challenges of being a grandmother.

Website: http://www.annrichardson.co.uk.

Free fortnightly Substack newsletter: arichardson.substack.com.

I live in London, England with my husband of sixty years.

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Pat

And you thought no one was listening

Reviewed in the United States on November 6, 2021

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You will want to add your experiences to this delightful series of chatty thoughts on all manner of issues arising from living into an older age.

The author takes you on a sunny journey to examine life’s situations with regard to aging, grandparenting, complex relationships, lifestyle changes, along with her personal memories, many impacting each of us as we travel our own paths in later years.

Upbeat, informal, self-examining, and above all written with an insight into behavior many of us are either not gifted with, or do not take time to think about.

I highly recommend this for seniors reflecting on their own lives, and the younger generation as a preview of what comes next.

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Paul W Goldschmidt

Witty Memories of Life

Reviewed in the United States on November 10, 2021

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A collection of miscellaneous essays on the Richardson's life. While the title suggests that it is all centered around getting older, that's more of an excuse for a wide-ranging survey of a life well-lived. Many of these are quite good and some are quite profound, but the book tends to wander and could have benefitted from a stronger thematic organization to bring sense to the presentation.

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Karen Carssow

A Bit Tiresome

Reviewed in the United States on January 31, 2022

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I thought it would be more universal but it did not make the leap from autobiography. If you are interested in an expatriate in London doing good, traveling and being a smart person, by all means read it.

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a celebration of life

Reviewed in the United States on May 8, 2022

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Is growing older something you look forward to? Do you ever think about dying? Of course there are negative aspects of aging, but there are celebrations of later years and the positive side. The author writes stories from her life, as an American in London, meeting her husband, school, family, in-laws, grandchildren, work, travels, being awarded an honorary doctorate, etc. She writes that “old age is not for sissies.” A granny’s reflections on life and aging-memories, viewpoints, thoughts, experiences and interesting stores in this well-written book makes for an enjoyable read.

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This book is well written, fun

Reviewed in the United States on November 6, 2021

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You don’t have to read very far into this book to enjoy how well written and interesting it is. You also do not have to be old😁.

Reviewed in the United States on November 24, 2022

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Your life to hers. See the path you are on. Can it be improved upon? Does it seem hopeless? Have you succumbed to your life’s trajectories and given up or is there more that can be done to enjoy it as it is or improve the circumstances? Richardson does give ample stores from her life and others to help one get thru the quagmire of getting old. It’s great to know that getting old has benefits. Check it out, especially if you think otherwise.

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Kathleen A. Creten

Reflections on Life’s Stages

Reviewed in the United States on June 5, 2023

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I found this book to be an authentic look at all stages of life. Ms. Richardson captured the ups and downs of each stage. It was a delight.

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Craig Coberly

Damaged paper back when arrived.

Reviewed in the United States on November 18, 2022

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Book fine, but it was damaged. I need it for a gift and too late to send back:)

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Michael H

Being Elderly Can Be Fun

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 5, 2022

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The Granny Who Stands on Her Head: Reflections on Growing Older
By Ann Richardson

This is a timely visit to a subject of concern to a growing number of our citizens, not only to those who are already elderly but also to the crowded numbers to follow. It does not make light of the undoubted trials of old age, but for many it articulates the pleasures and satisfaction that the ‘third age’ can bring. In an informal survey, 51 out of 122 expressed a preference for being ‘sixties and over’, way ahead of the 27 who opted for the ‘forties’ and the 20 who liked their ‘thirties’. True, the overall figures meant that over half would prefer to be younger, but that over 40 percent plumped for the elderly category is striking. Ann Richardson is not the only granny who found she liked being old, and she gives the subject the reflective exploration it deserves. Her experiences, of course, are personal, but she shares her observations in a sprightly prose clearly and indeed firmly, deftly leavened with expressive anecdotes and humour.

The book registers the customary landmarks that attend the process of becoming elderly: being offered seats on public transport (the first time can be disquieting), being designated a ‘senior citizen’ (whatever happened to OAPs?), the slow, stealthy loss of energy, the difficulty of remembering proper names, the deaths or remote relocation of old friends, the eventual if pressured promise to quit driving. We can all add to that list: greater susceptibility to cold; more awareness of the tiresome disrepair of pavement as opposed to road surfaces; often greater dependance on others. Of course, a lot depends on the reasonably good health of oneself and close family members, but modern medicine has made an enormous contribution to a comfortable life for more elderly people than ever before. People also find that there is much to enjoy, especially if they are fortunate enough to have a happy marriage. For many, grandchildren give deep pleasure. There is more time for hobbies and for seeing old friends. In retirement, the ambition that drove many careers has often been requited, and people may actually become pleasanter. There is a sense of liberation when rules and timetables no longer have to be adhered to, not to mention the considerable relief with which heavy responsibilities can be laid down. Of course, it could all end when what Ann Richardson calls the ‘block of concrete’ comes crashing down, a crippling illness or the collapse of a financial structure, but even these can sometimes be accommodated with determination and ingenuity. Other elderly people may find that this book helps them see their own lives in clearer relief. Don’t fear getting old, it tells us, for you may very well find that you are in a jolly good place.

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Sunflower

An amusing little book

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 12, 2022

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Interesting volume from a lady who has experience of growing older

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Ellie D

Postcard from the road ahead

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 2, 2022

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I enjoyed this intelligent account of the experience of being older. Many of the insights I have never previously heard mentioned in accounts of later life. So I found the book both original and perceptive.

It was extremely well written and at times gently humorous. The book moves between personal reminiscences that were a little like short stories, and the authors insightful thoughts about the business of living life as an older person. I found it extremely interesting. Makes me wonder why there aren't more books on such an intriguing and important aspect of life. Def worth a read.

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Brad

What a wonderful book. Highly recommend it.

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 28, 2022

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This is a wonderful book to read during the stressful time that we live in. Here is the author's personal journey into older age, celebrating the wonders of life, children, grandchildren and marriage, and many other endeavours and adventures along the way. I absolutely loved reading it. The myriad of short anecdotes and tales give a view of how life can continue to be well worth living despite the aging process dragging us down. Buy it, read it, and enjoy it. Ideal for people of any age.

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A wise, thought provoking celebration of older age

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 22, 2021

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I enjoyed reading this book. The author draws upon a wide range of life experience including: voluntary work in war-torn Africa; being an American in the UK; working as a researcher in London's east end; volunteering in a hospice; loss, love, sex and relationships, and being involved as a juror in a high profile murder case.
I am entering older age myself and I found her unsentimental and funny reflections on the challenges and the joys of being older insightful and very helpful.

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