tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6306737686495027327.post5858809542557835642..comments2023-12-15T03:08:26.097-08:00Comments on THE CITIZEN ROSEBUD: Hey, Bella just wrote a new post, about something or another, and she probably didn't proof read it.citizen rosebudhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12038740885720827086noreply@blogger.comBlogger19125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6306737686495027327.post-34994236152923382642015-06-27T02:33:28.259-07:002015-06-27T02:33:28.259-07:00Oh Bella.. How wunderful, this post. So well writt...Oh Bella.. How wunderful, this post. So well written, so true. I have to say I had recently given up on your blog, when I received your email with the fantastic news of marrige equalty. I would still read you when you start again. Because I think you have a great personality. Something like "f the world and biased opinions, this is me me Yeah".<br />Congratulations with your 50th birthday. I am 61 and agree with Forest City Fashionata: weird things will happen to your body. Seemingly overnight. Accept and deal with it the way you feel most comfortable with. For me that was having my waist return by sucking the fat (sounds horrible doesn't it?) and by wearing bodyshapers. That is me. You might deal with these things differently. Just know that life after 60 is still pretty awesame. Been there.<br />GreetjeNo Fear of Fashionhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10999161414598296313noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6306737686495027327.post-29679302114670050812015-06-08T14:35:46.258-07:002015-06-08T14:35:46.258-07:00My mum turns 50 this year too - and you are both b...My mum turns 50 this year too - and you are both beautiful, vibrant, creative (and well-dressed) women.<br />When you post, we will read it. Wishing you warmest, wonderful-est birthday wishes for the day itself.Rosalindhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11916652711513095607noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6306737686495027327.post-17826071921445108792015-06-05T08:00:53.962-07:002015-06-05T08:00:53.962-07:00This is such a beautifully written post Bella - We...This is such a beautifully written post Bella - Welcome to your 50's! You're in find company, don't you know ;) A number of points in this post resonate with me - I too am a fan of the styles of the late 60's, a decade in which I was too young to wear them. <br /><br />Your statement about having lost friendships over the last decade is also true for me too, and it's been sad, and a bit liberating at the same time. I don't want to waste time and energy on people who consistently bring negative energy into my life, or, who just aren't interested in spending time with me. It is unfortunate for me that I feel more connected to the members of my online blogging community than I do with people where I live.<br /><br />There are times when I feel my blog has become work, rather than play, and I think about calling it quits, but I worry about losing the connections I've forged with other bloggers.<br /><br />You are an interesting, creative and intelligent woman in your 50's just as you were in your 40's. Yes, there's a little more wear on the chassis, (and some weird shit starts happening to your body that no one warns you about), but it's good to be here, above ground.<br /><br />Happy Birthday!Forest City Fashionistahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04428940427287921203noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6306737686495027327.post-4014824065593491662015-06-05T04:36:22.360-07:002015-06-05T04:36:22.360-07:00Come on Bella - 50 is the new 30, or didn't yo...Come on Bella - 50 is the new 30, or didn't you know that? If I can still post the occasional outfit at the age of 67, you have no excuse not to do the same as a mere 50 year old! Please continue with your blog as it's on my blog list and I don't want to have to remove it (more work!). Onwards and upwards is what I say! I celebrated my 50th birthday wearing a gold dress - I'm sure you will wear something equally lovely and hope you will post a photo for us all to enjoy.<br /><br />Sue xSue in Spainhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18005957373268201709noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6306737686495027327.post-61931292737779320462015-06-02T06:11:49.490-07:002015-06-02T06:11:49.490-07:00Happy Birthday, Bella! You're right to view t...Happy Birthday, Bella! You're right to view the years as a series of garments you've worn -- some are keepers, others best discarded. I, too, find it difficult to accept that relationships change and die just like people. Sometimes it's sad; other times, not so bad. <br /><br />Keep up the good work. And if you're nosy about finding work as a woman 50+, I'd recommend scouting the offerings at usajobs.gov. The Feds don't care about your model year, so long as there's tread on your tires. Honest.<br /><br /> Beth Waltzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02720634636307254576noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6306737686495027327.post-57509557674415351392015-06-01T13:47:54.591-07:002015-06-01T13:47:54.591-07:00Happy Birthday, Bella, and I hope the next decade ...Happy Birthday, Bella, and I hope the next decade will give you new and better opportunities! I'm like you, only blogging occasionally now, but I like to check in every so often. I hope you continue to do the same because it's good to hear from you!Valhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02451134989199249673noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6306737686495027327.post-70696045900024911482015-05-30T11:41:08.203-07:002015-05-30T11:41:08.203-07:00Happy Birthday, Bella! Yes, look at everyone here....Happy Birthday, Bella! Yes, look at everyone here. Follow your heart! I love your "ridiculous" outfit post, and I can't imagine that you still don't have that youthful joy and optimism. The world will NEVER be immune to your charms. Melaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06218727738029858422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6306737686495027327.post-73200491474865100232015-05-29T19:34:25.491-07:002015-05-29T19:34:25.491-07:00Lovely to 'see' you again. We are still re...Lovely to 'see' you again. We are still reading Bella, so keep being your true, original self! sylvia @ 40PlusStylehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07114803623596767298noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6306737686495027327.post-9448074566810790112015-05-29T01:51:17.988-07:002015-05-29T01:51:17.988-07:00HUGS. I must say I love going through your outfit ...HUGS. I must say I love going through your outfit posts, your style is so delightful! But I agree with others, keep blogging but do it as you want, we'll keep reading :3Sara Kristiinahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06299683572428004023noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6306737686495027327.post-19913368049584672792015-05-29T00:43:38.849-07:002015-05-29T00:43:38.849-07:00As you can see, there is definitely interest in yo...As you can see, there is definitely interest in your point of view, and your display.<br />Personally, I pop in for your writing, your secondhand prowess, your love of flat shoes and your cute smile! Xo Jazzy Jack Jazzy Jackhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09082508866581606775noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6306737686495027327.post-25691067440348908822015-05-28T23:50:21.316-07:002015-05-28T23:50:21.316-07:00Bella, I can't believe, as the champion of Ove...Bella, I can't believe, as the champion of Over 40s bloggers, you'd ever consider 50 as old or that any woman's outfit choice wasn't worth sharing. <br />Follow your own wise advice and remember than age is nothing but a number.<br />Happy Birthday to YOU! xxxx<br />Vixhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05263970600699632661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6306737686495027327.post-90621002200717698682015-05-28T20:49:33.715-07:002015-05-28T20:49:33.715-07:00Beautiful post, hits the nail on the head! I enjo...Beautiful post, hits the nail on the head! I enjoy your blog, keep going. Happeist of Birthdays to you!J.https://www.blogger.com/profile/03366659424205890367noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6306737686495027327.post-23424140518388732672015-05-28T20:24:32.714-07:002015-05-28T20:24:32.714-07:00Hiiiiiii! Blog when/how u want! I've had a f...Hiiiiiii! Blog when/how u want! I've had a few twists and turns this year and my blogging is def worse for the wear, but I like having it anyway <3 Happy 50th babe!!!Becky https://www.blogger.com/profile/02234081494939675926noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6306737686495027327.post-52669125192603560082015-05-28T19:04:51.927-07:002015-05-28T19:04:51.927-07:00Bella, keep blogging. Do it your way. Post what yo...Bella, keep blogging. Do it your way. Post what you want, express yourself. Your friends and followers are still here. <br /><br />And enjoy your 50's. As someone further down the road, let me report that there are unexpected pleasures ahead of you.Shybikerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15263331247319768989noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6306737686495027327.post-48007676728871999822015-05-28T16:27:00.489-07:002015-05-28T16:27:00.489-07:00Hey there! Of course we are still reading your blo...Hey there! Of course we are still reading your blog, and happy very special birthday! I thought you have scooped up a few blogger awards over the years? You've been a big help to me and my internet stuff. Thank you for being an example, and a good friend. <3Lindsay Rickmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16679506917617406038noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6306737686495027327.post-25823507742937032132015-05-28T15:58:37.067-07:002015-05-28T15:58:37.067-07:00Foxy at 50! I wish I lived nearby so we could pop ...Foxy at 50! I wish I lived nearby so we could pop open a bottle of bubbly (or two) to celebrate YOU! You are a writer so I know you are going to keep writing in some form my dear! Happy Birthday, dear Bella, the blogging world keeps shifting but there are plenty of us still not immune to your many charms! Keep going, honeybun! xo, JillJillhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18062587289685203227noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6306737686495027327.post-46558767392781337882015-05-28T13:49:38.069-07:002015-05-28T13:49:38.069-07:00Ooh, please continue the outfit posts! You are uni...Ooh, please continue the outfit posts! You are unique, that's why we pop in to read! I would love to see some of your painted furniture too. Have a wonderful 50th birthday! xxxdiaryofapennypincherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09314692740147273227noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6306737686495027327.post-26805323283896100192015-05-28T12:58:20.996-07:002015-05-28T12:58:20.996-07:00I'm here, too. Your blog was the first one I e...I'm here, too. Your blog was the first one I ever read. Happy 50! It is a weird feeling, omg I'm old! I should know, I'll be 60 next birthday. How can I be that old? I'm really 35.thorne garnethttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11218549973143619062noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6306737686495027327.post-68729584841452420772015-05-28T12:11:22.720-07:002015-05-28T12:11:22.720-07:00I'm here! I love your outfit posts - you inspi...I'm here! I love your outfit posts - you inspire me! I hope you will continue blogging, Bella - your voice is heard and appreciated. A very happy 50th, my dear! Sheilahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07735339885677950350noreply@blogger.com