On this Christmas edition of the Swimming Upstream Radio Show host Dorothy Wilhelm presents a special holiday segment with her memories and recollections from Christmases past. She also shares a performance called “Keep Your Engine Running” which includes her conversation with her daughter Gina Wilhelm and Santa’s senior elf Al. The Christmas special segment is capped off by a performance from Gina and her puppets at a Christmas show in Lacey, Wash., in which Dorothy served as the emcee.
The second half of the episode transition to empowering women over 50 as guest host Terri Thal interviews Elizabeth Treacy about her journey of changing careers from an editor to someone working with adults with disabilities. It’s part of Thal’s Fifty and Just Getting Started initiative which began last month on Swimming Upstream Radio.
The episode concludes with a reminder to be open to change and the joy of community during the holiday season.
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Takeaways
- Christmas brings joy and unexpected surprises.
- Traditions shape our holiday experiences.
- Life lessons often come from giving back.
- Women over 50 can embrace new beginnings.
- Personal stories connect us to our past.
- Community support is vital during tough times.
- Embracing change can lead to new opportunities.
- Learning never stops, regardless of age.
- Being open to new experiences enriches life.
- Empowerment comes from sharing our journeys.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
01:07 Christmas recollections and stories
04:41 Gina Wilhelm & Al the Elf
08:04 More Christmas memories
12:43 Gina Wilhelm & Friends Holiday Song
15:21 We’re Fifth & Just Getting Started with Terri Thal
16:59 Elizabeth Treacy discusses her journey