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Then & Now in Midlife

October 2022 saw me move to Portugal, but it was January 2023 when immigration officials here approved my residency. As I celebrate my one-year anniversary as an official, government-approved resident here, I thought I’d share a look back to where my midlife transformation began. From my home in the U.S. to my home in Portugal, my 60s have been more than I ever imagined. It is never too late to change your life.

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I came here looking

For a new way of living

And instead found me

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I hope you enjoy this 30(ish)-second video recap.

“The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change.”

Carl Rogers

Wishing you a day of self-acceptance and appreciation of all you are, at whatever your stage of life, and wherever you are in the world. It starts one day at a time.

Thank you for reading (and watching). 💜

All images are my own.

The Hot Goddess

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  2. I love reading your posts and am so happy for you. You truly are an inspiration to many of us. You are thriving in your new environment. Congratulations! On a different note – how is your weather there lately? Very cold and nasty here. I am visiting in Florida right now and it’s 27! The kids here had a 2 hour delay due to the cold. I am flying back to CLE tomorrow. Brrrrrr.

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    • Thank you so much for your kindness, Audra! 💕 I am not missing The Land’s frigid winters, that’s for sure. Winter here is 50s and 60s F, with 40s for overnight lows. It can seem chillier due to high humidity and wind, though. Definitely more days of rain in the winter too. Still, it was blue sky and 64°F (and 40mph winds) here yesterday, when CLE was below-zero windchill. Stay warm!

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  4. Bom Dia,
    The Hot Goddess has launched a new year! You inspire me as you share your authentic self and journey with the world.
    Dare to dream and LEAP!
    Muito Abrigada.

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