Lace to Fabulous - now Spiritual Sparks

In the early years, this feminine Woman with the intricasy of "Lace", and the hardened Passions of "Steel" combined the education and experience of the two attributes into, "Lace Over Steel"... then as time progressed, and her Hopes, Dreams and Desires grew within, her provocative soul emerged to enlighten those into a new era of Aging - to be "Fabulous" above, beyond, and after, the interestingly different beginning of the Second Half of Life, which introduced the now popular, "Fabulous after Fifty"... these Passions have now grown excitingly colorful & ambianic, giving way to a newer, more important, level of awareness, growing older but feeling younger while sharing the lessons of Life, in showing those how to - Discover...Aging Outside the Box, to Live with Power, Style & Vitality... Shirley's weekly column, "Fabulous after Fifty" in the popular Sand Mountain Reporter is seen every Thursday. Pick up your copy today! View some of the most inspirational and motivational articles on aging, health, diet, exercise, business, women's issues, specific topic articles, poems, writings, recipes, area news, and special people. We want to thank the newspaper for it's continued support, and thank all our readers for their support of this column over the years, and hope to bring more Style and Enthusiasm to it in the future. You can view the "On-Line Syndicated Weekly Column", fashioned with the same style at... "Spiritual Sparks for Baby Boomers" ! Shirley W. Mitchell has been signed as a Regular Columnist to "Senior Lifestyle Magazine" out of Colorado, and "Passionate for Life" Magazine in California... Articles of the On-Line Column - Spiritual Sparks for Baby Boomers

2008 Articles

Jan.6, 2008-Columnist Names 2007 Favorites Jan.13, 2008-Love Your Age Jan.20, 2008-Laughter Dissolves Winter Blues Jan.27, 2008-Baby Boomers Hit 62 This Year Feb.3, 2008-Live The 'Go Red' Lifestyle Feb.10, 2008-Super Living Feb.17, 2008-Words of Love Feb.24, 2008-Making a Difference Mar.2, 2008-Words of Wisdom Mar.9, 2008-The Daffodil Principle Mar.16, 2008-Green is Color For Spring Mar.23, 2008-Upon Entering Spring Mar.30, 2008-Radical Freedom of Age Apr.6, 2008-Maya Angelou is a Poet and a Teacher Apr.13, 2008-Sowing Seeds of Kindness Apr.20, 2008-April 19 is Boomer Diva Nation Day Apr.27, 2008-Change Can Cause a New Birth May 4, 2008-Celebrate National Day of Prayer May 11, 2008-Experience is a Teacher May 18, 2008- May 25, 2008- Jun.1, 2008- Jun.8, 2008- Jun.15, 2008- Jun.22, 2008- Jun.29, 2008- Jul.6, 2008- Jul.13, 2008- Jul.20, 2008- Jul.27, 2008- Aug.3, 2008- Aug.10, 2008- Aug.17, 2008- Aug.24, 2008- Aug.31, 2008- Sept.7, 2008- Sept.14, 2008- Sept.21, 2008- Sept.28, 2008- Oct.5, 2008- Oct.12, 2008- Oct.19, 2008- Oct.26, 2008- Nov.2, 2008- Nov.9, 2008- Nov.16, 2008- Nov.23, 2008- Nov.30, 2008- Dec.7, 2008- Dec.14, 2008- Dec. 21, 2008- Dec. 28, 2008-

2007 Articles

Jan. 7, 2007... To Everything There is a Season Jan. 14, 2007... Prayer of Jabez for New Year Jan. 21, 2007... Over 50 Crowd Steps to Forefront Jan. 28, 2007... Attaining Vim and Vigor in 2007 Feb. 4, 2007... National Wear Red Day Feb. 11, 2007... February is Time for Love Feb. 18, 2007... Meeting One, Sizzling, Sensational Senior Feb. 25, 2007... We Never Lose Our Value Mar. 4, 2007... Happiness is a Journey Mar. 11, 2007... I ncreased Energy for Spring Mar. 18, 2007... Fabulous Fabrics of Living Mar. 25, 2007... Prisoners of Hope Apr. 1, 2007... Sipping from the Fountain Youth Apr. 8, 2007... Celebrate Holy Week Apr. 15, 2007... Taxes with a Smile Apr. 22, 2007... Shirley's Rules for Aging Apr. 29, 2007... Diamonds of Bravery, Brilliance May 6, 2007... America Must Unite in Prayer May 13, 2007... Ode to Mothers May 20, 2007... Life is a Stage, Not an Age May 27, 2007... Celebrate Uniqueness Jun. 3, 2007... June - The Month of Passion Jun. 10, 2007... Retirement Gains Jun. 17, 2007... Nobility of Being a Father Jun. 24, 2007... Keep Your Face to the Sunshine Jul. 1, 2007... Celebrating the Fourth of July Jul. 8, 2007... It's Never Too Late Jul. 15, 2007... Passion is in Fashion Says Local Columnist Jul. 22, 2007... Study Club Memories Jul. 29, 2007... Secrets Of Late Bloomers Aug. 5, 2007... What You Think Aug. 12, 2007... Summer Survival Aug. 19, 2007... Power Of Appreciation Aug. 26, 2007... Java Good For Health Sept. 2, 2007... Football Fever Sept. 9, 2007... Abundant Life After 50 Sept. 16, 2007... Life's Like A Vapor Sept. 23, 2007... Grandkids Are Grand Sept. 30, 2007... Fall's Mystique Oct. 7, 2007... News Of Sputnik Caused A Chill Oct. 14, 2007... A Great Time To Be Silver Oct. 21, 2007... Positive Thinking Oct. 28, 2007... Designing A Life Nov. 4, 2007... Fall Lessons Nov.11, 2007... Count Blessings Not Candles Nov. 18, 2007... Life Is A Shadow Nov. 25, 2007... Life Can Be A Symphony Dec.2, 2007... Defensive Aging Dec.9, 2007... Aging Propels Or Paralyzes Dec.16, 2007... Christmas Season Means Love Dec.23, 2007... Traditions of Christmas Dec.30, 2007... New Year's Wishes

2006 Articles

Jan. 1, 2006... Shift to Ageless Living Jan. 8, 2006... Sixty is the New Thirty Jan. 15, 2006... New Year is Time for Renewal and Look Into Future Jan. 22, 2006... Red Skies For The Tough Times Jan. 29, 2006... Fun is Fine Feb. 5, 2006... Feeling Down, Sad, Lonely Part of Being Human Feb. 12, 2006... A Salute to Coretta Scott King Feb. 19, 2006... Passion for Freedom Feb. 26, 2006... Gains of Retirement Mar. 5, 2006... Old is Out, Ageless Is In Mar. 12, 2006... Returning to Glamour of Spring Mar. 19, 2006... March is Tomboy Month Mar. 26, 2006... Age is a Perception Apr. 2, 2006... Springing Outside the Box Apr. 9, 2006... Aging - Opportunity or Ordeal Apr. 16, 2006... The Hope of Easter Apr. 23, 2006... Fabulous after 50 Means Being Keen on Life Apr. 30, 2006... Freedom to Soar Like Eagles May 7, 2006... Power of an Unforgettable Dream May 14, 2006... The March of the Penquins is Special Lesson in Parenting May 21, 2006... Surprises Go On May 28, 2006... Define Your Own Success Jun. 4, 2006... Now Is Time For Fun Jun. 11, 2006... Circle of Life Jun. 18, 2006... Mother Teresa Defines Life Jun. 25, 2006... Baby Boomers Becoming More, Not Less Jul. 2, 2006... This Fourth, Live Like You're Dying Jul. 9, 2006... Life After 60 Liberating Jul. 16, 2006... President Hits Big 6-0 Jul. 23, 2006... 30 Ways To Feel Happier Jul. 30, 2006... Courageous Aging Aug. 6, 2006... An Unbridled Spirit of Aging Aug. 13, 2006... Back To School Aug. 20, 2006... Moments to Remember Aug. 27, 2006... Reinvention, Renewal and Repowerment Sept. 3, 2006... Stardust Sept. 10, 2006... Nurturing the Soul Sept. 17, 2006... Mellowing Into Autumn Sept. 24, 2006... Game of Life Like Football Oct. 1, 2006... Late Bloomers Oct. 8, 2006... New Visions Oct. 15, 2006... Thinking with Wings Oct. 22, 2006... Aging with Vitality Oct. 29, 2006... Trick or Treat Nov. 5, 2006... On Being Thankful Nov. 12, 2006... A Thanksgiving Remembered Nov. 19, 2006... Smells of Thanksgiving Nov. 26, 2006... Thanksgiving's a Day to Share Dec. 3, 2006... Faith, Fun and Forever Young Dec. 10, 2006... Telling the Christmas Story Dec. 17, 2006... You Are a Star Dec. 24, 2006... Christmas Brings Sparkle Dec. 31, 2006...New Year Time for Renewal

2005 Articles

Jan. 2, 2005... Have a Happy New Year Jan 9, 2005... Faith, Values were Red Hot Topics in 2004 Jan. 16, 2005... Resolve in the New Year to Celebrate 50 Jan. 23, 2005... Praising God Yields a Brighter Appearance Jan. 30, 2005... Take Time to Remodel Your Life Feb. 6, 2005... Joy is a Body, Soul and Spirit Builder Feb. 13, 2005... February is a Time for Love Feb. 20, 2005... Courageous Aging - Making Those Dreams Come True Feb. 27, 2005... A 'Fabulous after 50' Person Should Wear a Smile Mar. 6, 2005... Let the child within you Play Mar. 13, 2005... The Storms of Aging in our Lives Mar. 20, 2005... Winds of March Like Life Mar. 27, 2005... Millenium Moments Rediscovered Apr. 3, 2005... Shine While Unwrapping Gift of Each New Day Apr. 10, 2005... Igniting Fire for God Apr. 17, 2005... Recipes from My Sister Apr. 24, 2005... Ageless Living is Endless Energy May 1, 2005... High Tea with the First Lady of Alabama May 8, 2005... When Grandmother Becomes Mom Again May 15, 2005... The Unbridled Spirit of Aging May 22, 2005... Mid-Life Years Crackle with Adventure and Excitement May 29, 2005... A Book Worth Reading Jun. 5, 2005... Life's Lessons from the Eagle Jun. 12, 2005... Celebrate Life as it Happens Jun. 19, 2005... Living Healthy Lifestyle Results in Large Benefits Jun. 26, 2005... Columnist Recommends "Cinderella Man" As Must See Movie Jul. 3, 2005... Wishing Everyone a Happy July 4th Jul. 10, 2005... Stepping Outside the Comfort Zone Jul. 17, 2005... Hope, Happiness Jul. 24, 2005... Passion+Persistence Equals = Pizzazz Jul. 31, 2005... Diamonds To Live By Aug. 7, 2005... Discover Creative Peaks by Re-Indentifying Self Aug. 14, 2005... Life is Brief Aug. 21, 2005... A Time for Hope and Courage Aug. 28, 2005... Role Models for Successful Aging Sept. 4, 2005... Today is a Gift to be Unwrapped With Great Care Sept. 11, 2005... Over the Rainbow Sept. 18, 2005... A Time for Hope for Sand Mountain Sept. 25, 2005... The Mystique of Fall Oct. 2, 2005... French Women Don't Get Fat Oct. 9, 2005... Great Ideas Oct. 16, 2005... Life Moves Forward Oct. 23, 2005... Friendships Count Oct. 30, 2005... A Storm at Sea Nov. 6, 2005... Parks an Inspiration for Seniors Nov. 13, 2005... The Art of Giving Thanks Nov. 20, 2005... Thanksgiving Recipes from Shirley Nov. 27, 2005... Memorable Thanksgivings from the Past Dec. 4, 2005... Women, Health and Heart Disease Dec. 11, 2005... Aging is Adventure Dec. 18, 2005... Exercise Golden Egg of Aging Dec. 25, 2005... The Blessed Season of Christmas

2004 Articles

Jan. 4, 2004-The New Year Brings Time For Renewal Jan. 11, 2004-Mount Up With Wings As Eagles Jan. 18, 2004-Spirit And Possibility Jan. 25,2004-Maintain An Ageless Attitude Feb. 1, 2004-Aging Means Remodeling Feb. 8, 2004- Feb. 15, 2004-Love Makes The World Go Round Feb. 22, 2004-Keys To Longevity Feb. 29, 2004-'Passion' Left Me Spellbound Mar. 07, 2004-Looking Toward New Millenium Mar. 14, 2004-Tomboy Of The Year Mar 21, 2004 - Mar. 28, 2004-Passion Equals Pizzazz Apr. 4, 2004 - Apr. 11, 2004 - Apr. 18, 2004 - Apr. 25, 2004-Hope, Happiness May 2, 2004-Old Is Wonderful May 9, 2004-Learn To Fight Fear With Euphoric Laughter May 16, 2004-Surrender To An Ageless Beauty May 23, 2004-Aging, Greatness Are Untapped Goldmines May 30, 2004-Fabulous after 50 Define Own Success Jun. 6, 2004 - Jun. 13, 2004-President Ronald Reagan Lived Large Jun. 20, 2004 - Jun. 27, 2004-Torchbearers Into The Millenium Jul. 4, 2004 - Jul. 11, 2004... Books Make A Good Read Jul. 18, 2004... Are You Nurturing Your Body, Heart, Soul Jul. 25, 2004... Learn To Age 'Outside The Box' Aug. 1, 2004... Hope Is The Saving Element Of Life Aug. 8, 2004... God Is Bigger Than Terrorism Aug. 15, 2004... Remember To Put First Things First Aug. 22, 2004... People Of The World Are More Alike Than Different Aug. 29, 2004... Today Is Prime Time To Reinvent Yourself Sept. 5, 2004... Sept. 12, 2004... Don't Quit When Life's Unexpected Twists and Turns Come Your Way Sept. 19, 2004... Sept. 26, 2004... Enjoying the Last of Life Oct. 3, 2004... Create Your Own Uniqueness Oct. 10, 2004... Oct. 17, 2004... Life Stage more Important to Consider Oct. 24, 2004... Fight Fear of Old Age By Living The Moment Oct. 31, 2004... Halloween is a Day to Play Nov. 7, 2004... Advancements Redefine Aging Nov. 14, 2004... Millenium Moments Nov. 21, 2004... Top Ten Female Strategies Nov. 28, 2004... Let Freedom Ring On Thanksgiving Day Dec. 5, 2004... Christmas Is A Blessed Season Dec. 12, 2004... Home Is Where The Heart Is Dec. 19, 2004... Wishing You A Merry Christmas Dec. 26, 2004....

2003 Articles

Jan. 5, 2003-Author Shares Humorous Parts Of The Aging Process Jan. 12, 2003-New Year Means A Time Of Renewal Jan. 19, 2003-Liberty Makes Tomorrow Hopeful Jan. 26, 2003-Life's Voyage Can Be A Symphony Feb. 2, 2003-Look At Life With A Spirit Of Reflection Feb. 9, 2003- Feb. 16, 2003- Feb. 23, 2003-God Is Bigger Than The Giants Of Life Mar. 2, 2003- Mar. 9, 2003- Mar. 16, 2003- Mar. 23, 2003- Mar. 30, 2003- Apr. 6, 2003-Hope Is A Muscle Which Needs A Workout Apr. 13, 2003-Laura Bush - Prayer, Courage, Hope And Love Apr. 20, 2003- Apr. 27, 2003-As The Mother Hen Protects Her Brood, So Does Jesus Christ May 4, 2003-First Ladies Set An Example For The Country May 11, 2003-Life Is Truly Inexhaustible May 18, 2003-You Will Never Lose Your Value May 25, 2003- Jun. 1, 2003- Jun. 8, 2003- Jun. 15, 2003- Jun. 22, 2003- Jun. 29, 2003- Jul. 6, 2003- Jul. 13, 2003- Jul. 20, 2003-Passing The Torch Jul. 27, 2003-Thirty Ways To feel Happier This Summer Aug. 3, 2003-Ride The Age Wave Aug. 10, 2003-America Focuses On The Virtues Of Aging Aug. 17, 2003- Aug. 24, 2003-Life After 50 A New Adventure Aug. 31, 2003-Lift Someone's Spirit Today, So They Sing Sept. 7, 2003-Humor Makes Life Spicy Sept. 14, 2003-Mid-Life Years Crackle With Adventure Sept. 21, 2003-Old Age Splendor Is A Blessing Sept. 28, 2003-Dazzling Fall Oct. 5, 2003- Oct. 12, 2003-Centurions Are Fast Becoming More Common Oct. 19, 2003-Dreams Do Not Turn Gray Oct. 26, 2003- Nov. 2, 2003- Nov. 9, 2003- Nov. 16, 2003-Sixty Is The New Thirty Nov. 23, 2003-God Made You For A Reason Nov. 30, 2003- Dec. 7, 2003-Centennial Celebration Of Flight Dec. 14, 2003-Columnist Shares Celebrating The Birthday of The "King of Kings" Dec. 21, 2003-The Excitement Of Christmas Builds Dec. 28, 2003-The Effect Of One Solitary Life

2002 Articles

Jan. 6, 2002- Jan. 13, 2002- Jan. 20, 2002- Jan. 27, 2002-Something Extraordinary Happens In Every Life Feb. 3, 2002-Cruise The 'Age Wave' On A Fun Ship Feb. 10, 2002- Feb. 17, 2002-Love Makes the World Go 'Round Feb. 24, 2002-Get A Handle On What's Eating You Mar. 3, 2002- Mar. 10, 2002-Keep A Fresh Attitude And Life Feels Fresh Mar. 17, 2002-What's The Story Behind The Shamrock? Mar. 24, 2002- Mar.31, 2002-Spring: Time For New Beginnings Apr. 7, 2002-Let The Top Down And Fulfill Dreams Apr. 14, 2002-Queen Mum Makes Ageless Role Model Apr. 21, 2002-Former First Lady Exemplifies The Ageless New Old Apr. 28, 2002-Feel Fabulous By Eating Smart May 5, 2002-Re-Spark Your Fire For Life May 12, 2002-Writing Love Notes To Mom May 19, 2002- May 26, 2002-Free To Have Fun Jun. 2, 2002-My Readers Are The Greatest Generation Jun. 9, 2002-Britain's Queen Celebrates With Class And Style Jun. 16, 2002-Sending Best Wishes By E-Mail Jun. 23, 2002- Jun. 30, 2002-Be As Bold And Majestic As An Eagle Jul. 7, 2002-Americans Are Still Standing Tall This Independence Day Jul. 14, 2002- Jul. 21, 2002-Praising God Yields A Brighter Appearance Jul. 28, 2002- Aug. 4, 2002-Hope Is A Powerful Tool Aug. 11, 2002- Aug. 18, 2002- Aug. 25, 2002- Sept. 1, 2002-Take Time To Remodel Your Life Sept. 8, 2002-Labor Day Or Fun Day? Sept.15, 2002- Sept. 22, 2002- Sept. 29, 2002- Oct. 6, 2002- Oct. 13, 2002- Oct. 20, 2002- Oct. 27, 2002- Nov. 3, 2002- Nov. 10, 2002-Words Of Wisdom Come From Old Town Nov. 17, 2002- Nov. 24, 2002- Dec. 01, 2002-Thanksgiving Copy Of English Celebration Dec. 08, 2002-Christmas Is A Blessed Season Dec. 15, 2002-Recipe Will Help You Prepare For A Special Christmas Dec. 22, 2002-It Had To Be Christmas In Heaven Dec. 29, 2002-

2001 Articles
	Jan. 21, 2001-Cheat The Aging Process Sept. 16, 2001-Take A Day To Respect The Aged Sept. 23, 2001-Importance Of Community Becomes Clear In Tragic Times As Residents Rally Together Oct. 7, 2001-America Will Not Fail Oct. 14, 2001-Share A Laugh in Times Of Fear And Sadness

2000 Articles
	Sept. 2, 2000-Superman's Accident Serves As A Resource Of Encouragement

1999 Articles

1998 Articles
	Sept. 6,1998-New Autumn Season Brings Change In Attitude For Seniors Sept. 12, 1998-Life Is Not A Dress Rehearsal

1997 Articles

1996 Articles

1995 Articles
	Mar. 19, 1995-Woman's Life Span Is A Remarkable120 Years Apr. 9, 1995-Faith Is The Water In The Fountain Of Youth

1994 Articles

1993 Articles

1992 Articles

1991 Articles

1990 Articles
	Jan. 1, 1990-The Future Is Coming

"Hi Shirley, I hope you're doing "fabulous" during these hot days of summer!  I just wanted to send a quick note to tell you how much I enjoyed reading your column that honored Ruth Graham.  She was truly a woman to admire and emulate.  As you said....I almost felt as though I knew her personally.  I was so grateful that you spoke so beautifully of her.  You're such a gifted writer.  I worry that one day we'll lose you to a big city paper :) Hope to see you one day.....soon !!! With J.O.Y."... Debbie

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