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Tenar Larsen's avatar

First substack article I've read after joining. Thank you for such a great read. I had my first child at 18... and then another one at 33.. I've been mum-exhuasted for more than half my like ha. Appreciate your perspective and looking forward to ageing gracefully and having more energy!

Lucy Moreau's avatar

Everything you say is so right Eleanor. I am 55 and honestly feel like these are the best years ever. I went back to university at 50, doing a PhD, teaching English Lit in two schools as part of the National Tutoring Scheme, about to start teaching adults and I feel so bloody lucky to be able to have a whole new career. Love being a Queenager, don’t have any of the hang ups I did in my twenties, love all my girlfriends and frankly more power to the tribe. Thank you so much!!

Eleanor Mills's avatar

Thanks so much! I’d love to hear more about your story - want to write about it for Noon?

Lucy Moreau's avatar

Definitely. I would love to. Let me know how many words you’d like and a deadline and I’ll sort it!

Naomi K's avatar

This week’s email is a great read. Thanks for sharing Eleanor.

Eleanor Mills's avatar

So glad you enjoyed it! Xxx I really meant every word - what resonates with you?

Naomi K's avatar

I think the point around woman’s worth is being defined by the 2 fs. And the story of the Assyrian goddess Inanna. X

El Crypto History's avatar

As more as read I realize that I should read more. Thank you for your rigorous effort.

Heidi Easby's avatar

Wow! I’ve just found you & am so pleased I have. So little is understood or written about the current 50+ generation & how best we can continue to contribute to business & industry & critically help shape the workforce for tomorrow. Really keen to become & contributor as well as a reader of this group. Thx u!

Sophie Neary's avatar

Yes yes and yes again. Thanks Eleanor.

Eleanor Mills's avatar

Thanks Sophie! Xxxx