Inspiring Women Over 50: Valerie Ramsey

Valerie Ramsey has been a marketing director of a major resort, a model for national brands, a magazine editor, a book author of two books,and a professional speaker …and all of it was done after she was 60 years of age!  Add in there, the challenges of uterine cancer and cardiomyopathy, and you have an inspiring woman who encourages all of us to be resilient and press forward no matter our age. Since I first introduced her to my blog audience several years ago, I have touched base with her twice to see what else is going on.  We had a lovely phone conversation recently and I always come away inspired and ready to climb a mountain!  Valerie is now 78 and still pressing forward.

I was so impressed with this magazine she was a part of in Florida.  And Valerie wa honored to work with this magazine. But sadly, it did not last long.  She faced another challenge of re-occurring cancer.  But, of course, her journey continued on….

As I said, she has written two books…just for us,ladies…and both are full of inspiration.  In addition to that she is a professional speaker for Materpiece Living, a specialty group committed to older adults aging in a specialty way.  Some of my favorite Valerie quotes are:

“Learn to look at challenges as your greatest opportunities to learn, grow, and to achieve.” (said by a woman who has experienced cancer three times)

Have a purpose – something positive to look forward to – What’s Next.”

Resilience needs the expectation of success.  Have high expectations.  Expect yourself to be resilient and to bounce back from whatever life throws at you.  Be your own best motivator.”

Perhaps you or someone in your life needs some inspiration and encouragement right now.  Consider gifting Valerie’s books this year.  Here are the links…she really is amazing…you will love the story of how she began her new career working in a golf shop at age 58!

Creating What’s Next Gracefully

Gracefully Looking and Being Your Best At Any Age

Keep Smiling!

7 Comments

  1. I remember that post you did about Valerie so well. She is truly inspiring. I’m stunned that she is 78! Good genes for sure! Thank you for the reminder about the books. I have one of them on my Amazon wish list (have had it on the list for too long and I’ll be purchasing it. I love the quote “Have a purpose, something to look forward to.” This is so very, very true and one that I have applied to my life. Live expectantly with hope, looking forward to each new chapter! So important!

  2. Thank you so much for your lovely blog, Pam. You are so kind to make a place for me in your daily posting. More than anything, I love reaching out and communicating with women 50+ – sharing stories and inspirational thoughts and ideas – the things you are so good at. When I was young, in my 20’s and 30’s and raising our beautiful family of six children, I never in a million years dreamed that the second half of my life would begin when I turned 50 and that it would be just as wonderful and exciting as the first half had been.
    If it’s agreeable with you, I would like to let your readers know that I am always available for speaking engagements – something I thrive on. And also to let them know that they can learn more about me on http://www.valerieramsey.com. My email is val@valerieramsey.com.
    Again – my heartfelt thanks for your blog today.

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