To celebrate the paperback publication of Joanna Nell’s novel, The Single Ladies of Jacaranda Retirement Village, we're giving one lucky gransnetter the chance to win a toaster and kettle set from Swan and a copy of the book, together worth over £100.
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Listening to the music I loved when I was young , I think is a connection we all have . I remember visiting old peoples homes as a brownie and singing "Daisy Daisy give your answer do" I wonder what they will sing to me ?
Lots of things - Music and dancing Laughing and enjoying a good time out with friends Spending time with younger people Choosing my outfits to keep up with fashion Wearing makeup Having my hair done Wearing pretty lingerie Trying new adventures
The days when make-up and hair seem to be just right,listening and singing with great music (usually in the kitchen when I am cooking)and bizarrely when I take my shopping trolley back from the car and I run with it!!
Listening to music from the 60s, watching old musical films like A Hard Day's Night and Summer Holiday and seeing my old school friend, whom I only manage to catch up with about once every 10 years, unfortunately!
I feel young again when I start 'Rocking & Rolling' at family occasions and Royal British Legion events. I can still Jive! Even my sons say "Mum your amazing at 76!"
Having silly moments with my partner, like tickling his feet or just mucking about in the kitchen, the last 40 years fade away then you get a reflection in the mirror and wonder what happened in all those missing years.