Hello there 👋
If you have ever found yourself wondering ” Wait, how did I get to this age….and why do my knees sound like popcorn?” – You’re in the right place!
Welcome to Second Bloom Blog: a space for those of us somewhere between “Is it to late to learn salsa dancing?” or “Should I buy a campervan or just start a herb garden?”
( spoiler – you can absolutely do both!)
🌱WHY SECOND BLOOM?
Because this stage of life isn’t about fading into the background – it’s about blooming again, in a whole new way.
Whether you’re approaching retirement, semi-retired or just thinking ” I really need a life reset button” this is your invitation to stop seeing age as a slow-down and start seeing it as a fresh start.
After all, flowers don’t just bloom once do they.
WHAT YOU WILL FIND HERE
Think of this blog as your friendly corner of the internet where;
- You’ll get real talk bout navigating the pre-retirement years
- You’ll find ideas for living with purpose, playfulness and fewer spreadsheets!
- You’ll see posts on:
- Lifestyle and wellness (without guilt trips or green juice pressure)
- Financial Tips (in plain English – no graphs, I promise)
- Travel, hobbies, books, volunteer
- Stories and reflections – mine, yours and others who’ve bloomed later in life.
Oh and yes – we will absolutely talk about:
👵 Whether to go grey, go natural or go purple
👯♂️ How to make new friends without hanging around school gates
🙋♀️ Why ” finding your passion” isn’t just for the 22 year olds with backpacks
📝 WHY I’M STARTING THIS BLOG
Honestly, Because I hit that moment – you know the one- when work slows down, the kids fly he nest, and your idea of a night out is not falling asleep on the sofa during Coronation Street.
I started asking:
- What’s next for me?
- Who am I when I’m not busy working, parenting or looking for my reading glasses?
- What have I always wanted to try – but never dared?
This blog is my way of exploring those questions – with you
👭 JOIN THE JOURNEY
If you’re ready to make this chapter in your life, one of the best yet – filled with laughter, purpose, and maybe a few naps – then pour yourself a cuppa (or something stronger 🍸) , hit subscribe and come along!
What are YOU looking forward to in your second bloom?
Pop your answer in the comments – I’d truly love to hear from you.
Because here’s the thing:
We’re not done growing, We’re just getting interesting!
🌸 UNTIL NEXT TIME…
“Anyone who stops learning is old, whether at 20 or 80. Anyone who keeps learning stays young” – Henry Ford
Let’s stay curious, Let’s stay bold and let’s maybe try that salsa class
You bring the hips and I’ll bring the Ibrupofen 😉
With blooming good vibes
Jacqui x
Second Bloom 