
HI! I am Mickie Zada and I'm inviting YOU to join Cool Retired Women on Face Book.
Why? Because you are a cool retired woman and I bet you’re looking for Community right now!
Like you, I’m retired and that means I’m no longer working in my former career. No co-worker interaction for me any more. Just me and my husband 24/7!! Luckily, we enjoy each other, he makes me laugh, and we hug. I’m a hugger! Thank God for his hugs. You know what I mean??
Do you know what has kept me sane, and smiling, and connected, and feeling involved in life beyond the walls of my home and in retirement?
My Face Book group! It is a community of 46.000+ like-minded cool retired women who live all around the world. Women just like me. Just like you!
Mary recently commented:
Thank you, Mickie, for creating this Cool Retired Women's group. When I'm on Face Book I often scroll quickly past posts but I always stop and read Cool Retired Women's posts! and comments. There are always good questions and comments that are always positive. Thank you ❤️
Click on Cool Retired Women and immediately have:
** access to online friends who are excited to interact with me
** fun and inspiring posts to read,
** friends sharing pictures of their fur babies,
** conversations to be involved in,
**being a part of a safe, caring, online sisterhood,
** like-minded women sharing their joys, fears, sadness about not seeing their grandkids,
** wondering if they made the right decision to retire,
** griping and rejoicing about being stuck in the house with their spouse,
** real-life discussions about issues that I’m dealing with, too.
Cool Retired Women Face Book page was started on September 1, 2019. It quickly grew to several hundred women, I think in large part because of the name, which is very Cool! Haven’t you always been, or wanted to be, Cool??
Here’s your chance … you are a Cool Retired Woman!
The name came to me Out-of-the-Blue!!
My sister, who lives in Phoenix, retired from her corporate job on August 31, 2019 and I contacted our recently retired sister in law in Chicago to tell her “Sandi became a Cool Retired Woman like us!” I don’t know where the words came from, but they rolled right off my tongue! Voila!! I started the Cool Retired Women’s page the next day!
Soon, I was told that I needed a private group rather than just a page. So, on September 12, 2019 (just 3 years ago!) I formed the Cool Retired Women private group.
In the first 12 months, the group grew to over 10,000 Members!! Cool Retired Women from around the world check in with each other daily…the group enjoys over 300 comments a day!! And, the group continues to grow, daily. As of January 2021 our Membership roster included 16,300+ Cool Retired Women from around the world.
today we are 44,200+ strong! We add 25 - 100 new Members daily!
Now we are a like-minded community of women around the world!
Want to join?
Click here:
www.facebook.com/groups/coolretiredwomen
Are you intrigued by the concept of an inspiring, caring, active, and supportive group of like-minded retired women? Women your age, who “get” what you’re going through right now.
Then join us! You are a Cool Retired Woman!
In July 2021 Cool Retired Women joined forces with a travel group, dedicated to travel for women, called Sisterhood Travel. More information is available below about Sisterhood Travels.
Almost a year ago we created a sister-group called Cool Retired Women Connected. It takes the online relationships to face-to-face meetings!
Cool Retired Women in local cities and towns around the world are organizing lunches, attending plays, going on hikes and other activities with Cool Retired Women who live near them.
CRW Connected is open ONLY to Members of the Cool Retired Women community! Click on the group link after you join our primary community (Cool Retired Women group) to see when and where there are Cool Retired Women Connected events in your area.
www.Facebook.com/groups/CoolRetiredWomenConnected
When you join, enter #your state to see where there are Cool Retired Women events scheduled near you. For example, I live in Myrtle Beach so I would enter #southcarolina to find Connecte events near me
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I am so excited to welcome you into the Cool Retired Women communities! We are all learning to adjust to retiredment and we’re missing our girlfriend connection, right? 😊
The Cool Retired Women community is a breath of fresh air for safe online connection and interaction.
If you have any questions, please give me a call. 417-294-0238. My personal email is MickieZada7@gmail.com
I am happy to talk with you on the phone or through email about any questions you might have.
I look forward to you joining this dynamic group of like-minded Cool Retired Women.
www.facebook.com/groups/CoolRetiredWomen
With warm virtual hugs,
Mickie Zada
Since July 2021, Cool Retired Women has had an exciting business partnership with Sisterhood Travels as our exclusive travel partner.
Since that time, Cool Retired Women Members have joined Sisterhood Travels on journeys to Iceland, Alaska, Italy, Ireland, England, and other fabulous countries, PLUS some exciting trips to U.S. cities.
Visit Sisterhood Travels on Facebook and through their website, www.SisterhoodTravels.com.
When you register for a trip, you'll be asked where you heard about Sisterhood Travels. Please click "Cool Retired Women" on the dropdown list.
BLOG POSTS AND ARTICLES
Slowly ... Slowly ... Time and Reality Flow and Suddenly They Are Gone
https://medium.com/@mickiezada7/slowly-slowly-time-and-reality-flow-and-suddenly-they-are-gone-942f7dcc1ff8
Just Waiting to Get Tired
https://medium.com/@mickiezada7/just-waiting-to-get-tired-9f1a3916c356
But I Can't Change...I'm Set in My Ways
https://medium.com/@mickiezada7/but-i-cant-change-i-m-set-in-my-ways-5374bc863264
Nobody Else's Footsteps Lead Exactly Where You're Going
https://medium.com/@mickiezada7/noby-elses-footsteps-lead-exactly-where-you-are-going-2c6082ce3041
I Know...It Sounds Crazy
https://medium.com/@mickiezada7/i-know-it-sounds-crazy-2cfd564f419a
Monday Mornin' Commin" Down
https://medium.com/@mickiezada7/monday-morning-comin-down-2921d2610e87
I Got My Bloodwork Results: My Monkey and My Circus
https://medium.com/@mickiezada7/i-got-my-bloodwork-results-my-monkey-and-my-circus-2f2f6e16687d?sk=e48877e59d161233060740f1a5096d3a
And Suddenly You Know It's Time to Start Something New
https://medium.com/@mickiezada7/and-suddenly-you-know-its-time-to-start-something-new-944bfe07ef81
On Being Invisible
https://medium.com/@mickiezada7/on-being-invisible-492645476bf6
I Doth Protest Too Much
https://medium.com/@mickiezada7/i-doth-protest-too-much-93bb789c5e8f
But, I Don't Look Like a Shar-Pei
https://medium.com/@mickiezada7/but-i-dont-look-like-a-shar-pei-c7f40d7dae7e
OMG! I'm 70!
https://medium.com/@mickiezada7/omg-im-70-9d675e48878a
I Was 65 When The Miracle Occurred
https://medium.com/@mickiezada7/i-was-65-when-the-miracle-occurretears
Never be Ashamed of Your Tears
https://medium.com/@mickiezada7/we-need-never-be-ashamed-of-our-tears-21ade3ff9ed8?sk=6264eef8b808a25419a85a181f60ae94d-6acee99166b
Do You Want to Live Live, or
Do You Want to Escape Life?
https://medium.com/@mickiezada7/do-you-want-to-live-life-or-do-you-want-to-escape-life-bed165cd6d63
Your Future Does Not Lie Ahead of You:
It Lies Inside You
https://medium.com/@mickiezada7/your-future-doesnt-lie-ahead-of-you-2cdc5a0977e4
Cool Retired Women's Club has a YouTube channel!
Welcome to Cool Retired Women's Club
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oc7jsOsm2HA
Have you moved since retirement? What you do today matters most!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EYiwLCPGoRM
The Future's So Bright Ya Gotta Wear Shades
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZvvU7CPSaQ8&t=24s
On Being Invisible
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XlJe0wQYngM&t=1s
Being Retired Does Not Mean Doing Nothing
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XlJe0wQYngM&t=1s
When We Change the Way We Look at Things,
The Things We Look at Change
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XlJe0wQYngM&t=1s
Radio Interview with Mary Smith
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQe0ZTWTFLym9l-HIEFIOrw
Gratitude and Forgivenesss... I didn't think they mattered. I was wrong!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HVfxSTQphfM&t=31s
Gray Hair ... Yes or No?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8cErnmBC6IU&t=83s
How Can I Be of Service After Retirement
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qghjaiHDzQs&t=63s
If We Don't Change, Nothing Changes
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qghjaiHDzQs&t=63s
The Future's So Bright, Ya Gotta Wear Shades
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZvvU7CPSaQ8&t=44s
Recently Moved? What You Do Today Matters Most
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EYiwLCPGoRM&t=18s
What's More Important Than Positive Thinking?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rCt3Q-TOd7A&t=34s
It's A Choice: I'm a Party Waiting to Happen
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ypwmAz5UJT0&t=10s
I'm Taking a Risk to make a Point
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=neTNxvyIkuo
Socially Distanced. Spiritually Connected. A Meditation
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bcJEkqbjma8&t=22s
Look for A Glad Surprise.
A Meditation
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I-tu5NrjJK4&t=49s
A Brave New World: A Medittion https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v7B0ZCTndtg&t=6s
Create Your Happy Space: a meditation
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jmgNVcQDZmU&t=24s
Stay in Touch with Friends and Family in Care Facilities.
A Meditation
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tk-8Dw122cM&t=17s
How Am I Spending My Time?
A Meditation
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aYLUBZmehlc
Please take a look, and subscribe!
I appreciate you sharing this channel with your Cool Retired Women friends, too! Thank you!!
Carol Stokoe Sager is our September Top Contributor of the Month
See the Facebook Group for more details.
CONGRATULATIONS, Carol, on being our very first winner!
Jo Ann Beyer is our October Top Contributor of the Month
See the Facebook group for more details
CONGRATULATIONS, Jo Ann!
WOOOO HOOOO!
Luanne Bullard Everden is our Top Contributor for the month of November!!
YEA YOU, Luanne, and thank you for being such an active Member of this Club!
CONGRATULATIONS!
Vedie Albright was our Top Contributor of the Month of December! HOOORAAAAY, Vedie! Great job and you are much appreciated for your participation in this tremendous Club. CONTRATULTIONS!
The Top Contributor in the Month of January is Julia Owsley! YEA and CONGRATULATIONS, Julia! I'm so happy to announce Julia's award...it is well deserved! CONTRATULATIONS, Julia!
Jude Arnold is Top Contributor for the month of February! Jude has only been a Member of the Cool Retired Women's Club for three months! She joined this group to be active and meet new like-minded women and that's just what she's done! CONGRATULATIONS, Jude!!
Mollie Runkle Gibson is Top Contributor for the month of March!! CONGRATULATIONS, Mollie, and thank you for being such a consistent and inspiring Member of the Cool Retired Women's group!!
Lily Shiv is the Top Contributor for the Month of April!! Lily has been a Member of the Cool Retired Women's group for about 6 months and she has always been an active participant. YEA, Lily!! I am so excited to announce that you are our current Top Contributor! CONGRATULATIONS!!
Rebecca Hobbs in the Top Contributor for the month of May! CONGRATULATIONS, Rebecca! She will receive a complimentary logo coffee mug. Thanks so much for your active, positive content contributions to this community!
Margaret Johnson is our Top Contributor for the month of June! Margaret is a relatively new Member of the Cool Retired Women group. She has jumped in with both feet providing thoughtful and inspiring posts as well as supportive and caring support. Congratulations on your achievement, Margaret!!
Miranda Hadjichrostifi is our Top Contributor for the month of July! Miranda just joined this group a month ago and she certainly hit the road runing! Her posts are fun, inspiring and supportive. She lives near Greece, and we so enjoy her perspective! CONGRATUALTIONS, Miranda! We look forward to seeing your picture holding you Cool Retired Women logo coffee cup!
Debbie Kwiatkowski is our Top Contributor for the Month of August, and she completes our Top Contributor winners for our first year! Debbie joined this group in early June...and she has been posting upbeat information, supported other members, commenting and inspiring all of us every since day-one!! CONGRATULATIONS, Debbie, for your achievement!!
Happy International Women's Day! I love this group of caring, supportive, and encouraging ladies, and the friendships that have developed.
Thank you for creating this Cool Retired Women's Club. When I'm on facebook I often scroll quickly past post but I always stop and read Cool Retired Women's Club posts! and comments. They are always good questions and comments that are always positive. So thank you ❤️ Mary
In this season of life , it seems like we feel and see things different . Then ladies share and then you realize you’re not alone . Yes.This group is awesome !! Rebecca
Having extended issues with both of your kids really wears you down and you become critical of yourself. This group is a breath of fresh air!! Amy
I’ve been part of this group a few days & it lifts me to a new level! Love you ladies! Judy
Had yearly blood work: total 253,LDL 152, non HDL 178. Doc says statin. Y’all are gonna think I’m silly but the first thing I thought, I need to ask the girls on Cool Retired. Didn’t realize how much I value your opinion till this morning. Anyone on one? Rest of blood work ok.
I love all different advise, opinions and just life in general...your my ladies to go to...to vent! Judy
I love this group. The women are all smart, funny, beautiful and awesome!! Marylee
Everyday I am grateful for this group & the wonderful women who are members. We can share the ups & downs of life, offer & get advice, & bring joy into the lives of others. We are fortunate to have found this oasis Margaret
Such a good group!!!! We all understand each other Linda
I'm glad to have found this group of intelligent, understanding and compassionate women. Leah
I don’t know how I did without this group. I think I felt lost, and now I am found. Katherine
Hi. Just want to say this group is a God send. Best group ever. Sharing from my heart and receiving kindness has made me a better person . I'm compelled to give more to others. Very special ladies! Madeline
I hardly go on my personal page because of all politics and hate that people seem to think they have to share. I love this safe, calm space. Mollie
I love this group! I like we've known each other for yrs.and can vent/help. Alice
I am loving reading the posts. I wish I had found the group sooner! Vicki
Oh my goodness! Every time I check in, we have grown! This is such a welcoming, supportive group- welcome all new friends! Theresa
When I found this group I stayed in the background just reading your posts and listening to your hearts. I want to tell you.....I love this group and am so grateful you accepted me. You are all awesome and beautiful Paula
I love this group❤️I find myself going to the group before any other option..ooops I forgot to say after my coffeee
What BETTER place to has for help than from this Community of sisters...where two or more are gathered. Sending prayers, positive energy and peaceful thoughts. Debra
I appreciate you creating this site! It’s fantastic! Joan
This group is growing like wildfire and so many great women! I have had a little anxiety over retiring, which is definitely out of character for me. The group has helped alleviate those feelings most days. Vedie
I just love it.
Join up and see for yourself.
Great postings all the time from various members of our very special club.
I highly recommend this page to all ladies, whatever age they are!!!
Mickie Zada is a wonderful human being - Just GO FOR IT LADIES Carol
So impressed with the group and individual efforts/ contributions. Nora
WOW!!! So glad you started this group! Cathie
Welcome you will have a laugh and maybe learn a little something. Barbara
i just wanted to pop in and say hello. I just have to say I freakin love following you! You are super real! Dee
Thank you for providing this space for all of of us to enjoy our best lives, Janie
I so enjoyed reading this...it embraces my 66 year old feelings/experiences as well.. Jane
I love how this platform allows us to meet new people, and make new friends. Darlene
I love this! A positive, rather than negative, approach. Charl
Thank you for the demonstration, this is such a lovely way to calm and centre myself. I do hope you will continue to share more information and demonstrations. Pam
Hope you’re enjoying the club as much as I do..Welcome . Barbara
I like the company you keep on your Facebook pages. This should be fun 😁 Christina
Just joined last week! Love the idea of talking to women from everywhere. We all have so much in common. Retirement has been a whole new ballgame for me! Betty
I don’t know how I did without this group. I think I felt lost, and now I am found. Katherine
Thank you,Mickie for everything. Julia
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