Invisible No More: The Secret Lives of Women Over 50 [Paperback]

Renee Fisher (Author), Joyce Kramer (Author), Jean Peelen (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 3, 2005

Invisible No More: The Secret Lives of Women Over 50 shares the illuminating personal experiences of three women who have faced the challenges of aging.

Authors Renee, Joyce, and Jean tell their three very individual stories of a journey to age fifty and beyond with grace, humor, and humility, sparing no details in revealing their ordinary yet outrageous lives. Believing that fifty is not merely an age marked by time or another milestone to cross, Renee, Joyce, and Jean will inspire you to reevaluate the direction your own life is taking, teach you to be open to taking risks, and gently encourage you to seek the infinite possibilities that lie ahead of you. The three authors speak candidly about many topics, including:

· Sexuality and the Big Five-Oh
· Dating and Mating
· Physical Surprises
· Weighing In
· Solitude vs. Loneliness
· Faith and Spirituality
· Leaving Normalcy Behind
· Shifting Gears

As you too pass the threshold of fifty, you may discover, as these three women did, that it is a moment in your life to celebrate—a beginning, rather than an ending.

"For these three brave women, life began at 50 years of age when they made a decision to be honest about themselves. Thankfully, they have shared their stories with us." —Betty Friedan, author of The Feminine Mystique

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About the Author

Joyce Kramer, Renee Fisher,and Jean Peelen are three friends who live in the Washington DC area, where they are thoroughly enjoying life after fifty.
You can contact them at www.invisiblenomore.com.

Product Details

• Paperback: 134 pages
• Publisher: iUniverse, Inc. (June 3, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0595347622
• ISBN-13: 978-0595347629
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 5.9 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (18 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,236,443 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A must read for everyone., June 10, 2005

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Margaret P. Hughes "MP Hughes" (Santa Cruz) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Invisible No More: The Secret Lives of Women Over 50 (Paperback)

These three women have written about very painful subjects with humor, inspiration, and true sincerity. They did not play on your emotions - you did not and could not feel sorry for them - you did feel bad for the pain they suffered - but they led you through their pain and into a new world of being whole and powerful. A world where you have control over your life and emotions. They have shown us how they took charge of their lives by taking responsibility for the decisions and choices that they have made.

Are they special women? Yes, they are - and no, they are not. They are like you and me. But through their writing they have made it clear that everyone on this planet is special. And it is the love that we share with others that makes us whole no matter how many body parts we are missing.

These women are insightful and witty and wise. They have turned painful moments into humorous stories that everyone will enjoy and learn from.

I am on my way to the ripe age of 60 and have been experiencing some health problems. My doctor is great but young. I am going to buy this book for her - I think it will help her understand her over 50 clients.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars SEXY AND SAVVY AT AGE 50+, July 8, 2005

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Karen L. Bune "Writer and Public Speaker" - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Invisible No More: The Secret Lives of Women Over 50 (Paperback)

This book is a candidly written illustration of the fact that women need to discard their misperceptions regarding chronological age and recognize that life experience, wisdom, and inner self confidence is what makes them attractive to others. This book clearly depicts the meaning of empowerment and poignantly demonstrates that women should not be restrained by age perception stereotypes. It is a heartwarming and refreshing read that undoubtedly will serve as a genuine inspiration to all women.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Hurry, Don't Wait to Buy and Read This Book., August 29, 2005

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Ellen D. Lanahan "Excel at Living" (Montgomery Village, MD) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Invisible No More: The Secret Lives of Women Over 50 (Paperback)

I have just finished reading this book, from which I learned so much about these three wonderful and feisty women whom I thought I knew. I believe that this is a courageous, honest telling of what life is like for women over 50, AND,it is far from discouraging. In fact, I came away from reading it absolutely convinced that it is never too late to have an fulfillng, wonderful, passionate and engaging life. All of the circumstances and obstacles any of us have encountered in our lives, and these women have overcome some pretty big ones, are nothing but bumps in the road if we just allow ourselves to keep on growing. I celebrate the authors and say "Hurry, don't wait" to buy and read this book, whether you are 25 or 50+. I have already given away 3 copies of the book to others who I believe will also love it and learn from it.