TOP POSTS on ALLIERAMBLES This is my midlife journey represented in stories of hiking, backpacking, life struggles and triumphs. It’s the ups and downs of being in my 40s and 50s seeking the life that I always dreamed of. That life doesn’t come easy but it’s worth the fight! From divorce, to empty nest to nomadic life to living with mom again, it’s been a crazy few years but I wouldn’t trade it for anything else.

Becoming Stronger in Your 50s by Discovering Personal Core Values

In my 50s, I finally discovered my personal core values — and it’s changing everything. After years of...

My Extreme Goals : Starting Over at 53

I’m starting my life over after 50 years old.  It’s proving exhausting but 100% worth it.  See what I’m doing psychologically, financially and...

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Midlife Reinvention: Starting Over at 50 and Broke (But Hopeful)

Here I am—52 years old, broke, and starting over. And honestly? It’s been one of the hardest and most humbling experiences of my life. But it’s also...

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My Midlife Crisis Regret : The Repercussions of Bad Decisions at 48

At 52 I’m looking back at my midlife crisis regrets, specifically the romantic relationship I was involved in for 4 years. After making this devastating...

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How I Ended My Midlife Crisis and You Can Too

I realized I was in a Midlife Crisis at 52 years old. This seems a bit late from my research but after much reflection I feel I’ve been in a long, drawn...

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Understanding My Midlife Crisis: A Personal Reflection and Path Forward

At 52, I came to the realization that I am experiencing my midlife crisis. Feeling isolated and uncertain about her future, this stage of a woman’s life...

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Broke but Hopeful: My Exciting Future as an RV Nomad

Never give up on your dreams. I’m 52. Broke. And heartbroken. But I’m still chasing my dreams of travel. Welcome, I’m Allie. I’ve been living...

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Full Time RV Living : Solo Woman Traveler Begins Her New Life

I take my new-to-me 2016 Minnie Winnie RV for our first dry camping trip near the Grand Canyon. And I hike more of the Arizona Trail (AZT)....

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How to Start Hiking When You’re Over 40

Hiking over 40 has its challenges but even more so it has rewards! Let's look at how to start hiking after 40 years old. ...

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