What I have realized is that if a woman approaches old age with fear and trepidation, with denial, dread or even just with resignation, she will simply become an old woman. On the other hand, if she approaches it with curiosity, expectancy, joyful acceptance, a passion to be of service and the willingness to explore new territory, she will find herself becoming an elderwoman.

The world needs elderwomen. In fact, it is my belief that the elderwomen of tomorrow will be one of the most significant groups in our society. It is they who will lead the way out of the social and environmental chaos in which our world now finds itself. (Why specifically elderwomen? Well you will have to read the whole book to see how I justify THAT assertion!)

So what is she like, this elderwoman?

One thing I know, is that no two are alike! But they do have certain things in common. If I had to make a list of the typical qualities of the elderwoman it would go something like this: