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I'm a 50+ woman who's still riding the crest of a blessedly vibrant life.  Married with two boys, ages 25 and 21 and the best dog ever, Spirit. After 20+ years in advertising, I began writing fiction, publishing short stories and poetry, editing a literary journal, and now publishing, a novel, THE SUBLIME TRANSFORMATION OF VERA WRIGHT. This book reveals mystical experiences in a fun but poignant journey taken by 12 women all over the age of 50! I'm anxious to share Vera's story with the beautiful women of Vibrant Nation. www.reanolanmartin.com

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my VN interview

How did you get to where you are now?

By knowing all things are possible.  By saying YES to almost everything creative and fun and NO to almost everything that I knew would drain my energy.

How do you see yourself differently now than you did 10 years ago?

Now I have more patience, insight, and vision.

Where do you see yourself in 10 years?

Writing stories, books and movies.  Hopefully playing with grandchildren!

a postcard to my younger self

Dear rea,

Glad to see you laughing so much. Laugh more! Love better!  Forgive easily! Take more naps! Cherish every moment with your remarkable children, colorful family, loyal friends...and the many hilarious dogs who will accompany you through life.  Most of all, remember this: when the big scary thing happens, breathe. And keep the faith. It works out;  everything works out.  It really does. 

 

my role models

Amelia Earhart, Evelyn Underhill, Theresa of Avila, and women everywhere who broke the mold. 

my posts

How to feed the body, mind, and spirit: 3 tips

Posted in health & fitness, live it! lists, spirituality on March 07, 2011
Rea Martin's book, The Sublime Transformation of Vera Wright, reveals mystical experiences in a fun but poignant journey taken by 12 women all over the age of 50. Rea shares 3 tips for nurturing mind, body, and spirit.read more »

Who don’t you love?

Posted in family & relationships, love & sex, Rea Nolan Martin, spirituality on December 27, 2010

...until we have loved outside our own comfort zones, we haven’t really loved at all. 

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What would you have done differently in 2010?

Posted in Rea Nolan Martin, spirituality on December 12, 2010

No matter how mobile we imagine it to be, the past absolutely cannot move with us.  If we don’t release it, eventually either the body or the mind (or both) will snap.

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God doesn’t laugh at our plans

Posted in Rea Nolan Martin, spirituality on November 20, 2010

To think that God orchestrates everything from inconvenient mishaps to devastating catastrophes in order to teach us a lesson, is to believe in a God without mercy or compassion.

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Stop chasing happiness

Posted in Rea Nolan Martin, spirituality on November 14, 2010

The great philosopher, author, and psychotherapist, Dr. Victor Frankl said, “Don’t aim at success—the more you aim at it and make it a target, the more you are going to miss it..."

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my comments

Response to: An Ageing Idealist

Comment posted on February 2, 2011 at 2:48 pm:
"This is a beautiful, honest post, watermusic!  Speaking for your first inclinations, though--idealism is a powerful archetype, and one that few people can hold onto.  That's evident from our entire generation, which was idealistic in youth,..." (read comment)

Response to: Who don't you love?

Comment posted on December 28, 2010 at 2:43 am:
"Wonderful, Dr. She--I look forward to hearing about it!..." (read comment)

Response to: Who don't you love?

Comment posted on December 28, 2010 at 12:58 am:
"Ha!  I know what you mean, and some people really are toxic.  But there are others who can be neutralized with love.  We once had a neighbor who was incredibly cranky and even explosive.  He complained about everything. ..." (read comment)

Response to: Let The Great World Spin

Comment posted on December 27, 2010 at 9:43 pm:
"Can't wait to read it!  Thanks for the recommendation!  The snow is magnificent here, too!..." (read comment)

Response to: What would you have done differently in 2010?

Comment posted on December 27, 2010 at 7:38 pm:
"My prayer for you today is that you be showered with the blessing of Peace and Knowing.  The brokenness of your family will be repaired in time.  Grief is a wretched and messy business that has its way with everyone. Over twnty years a..." (read comment)