86 and in the Fast Lane

Bellemmere 86 rides moto

Photo via Yann.

 

 

My Belle Mere is hanging out with us for the month.

Today French Husband asked if she wanted to go to Cassis by motorcycle, she is not one to say no to adventure. So she put on my helmet, jacket and gloves, hopped on the massive motorcycle and away they went. As they rode off I thought, "Talk about alive and kickin'!"

My Belle Mere is 86, in a few weeks she will be 87.

I have heard people say, "I hope I am like her when I am her age…" In which I respond, "Then be like her now. Constantly dare yourself to go further." 

Meanwhile I sit here and type.

 

 

 

86 rides moto

 Photo Via Yann:

Belle Mere and french Husband enjoying the day in Cassis… I am not jealous really I am not.

 

The second question most often asked about my Belle Mere is:

"What skin care products does she use?"

She would tell you, "I don't use anything."

Sure genetics plays the most important role, but my Belle Mere uses and has used for years:

This stuff, Dr. Ricaud.

 

 

 

 

  A glass of wine, sparkling sneakers, shades and a book.

The quiet life is a rare occasion for her.

 

Now go out and pop a wheelie.

 

 

 



Comments

18 responses to “86 and in the Fast Lane”

  1. Awesome story! True – do it now!

  2. She looks far younger than her age.

  3. LauraInSeattle

    Oh, wow. WOW!

  4. love this-and great advice all around-is that your boat?

  5. Love that woman!!

  6. Jacklynn Lantry

    I am in AWE…

  7. Good for her. Now to find a wheelie to pop.

  8. Laurie SF

    I’ll have what she’s having!

  9. Great advice for all of us youngsters….
    Ali

  10. I’m turning 60 in December. This past year, my life changed completely. Am determined to make the rest the best! Three daughters need to see their Mama soar. Thank you for sharing this wonderful story of an admirable woman. It’s beautiful.

  11. She’s fantastic. She reminds me of my grandma, who lived to be 100.

  12. Hi Corey
    I wonder if you’d give me permission to use part of your post and images ( with credit of course) in my Le bulletin newsletter when I talk about leading your life today how you intend to in the future. I come across many people who speak of their future with dreams but they don’t take the first steps.
    Let me know. Happy to discuss and explain further 🙂
    You can get me at info at MyFrenchLife dot org
    Merci Mille fois
    Judy

  13. Your Belle Mere reminds me so much of my mom who died at 83, but with the same beautiful head of silver hair. I intend to be like them and be “alive and kickin!” Now, if I could just find a man with a motorcycle…..

  14. Lovely! Her son looks like he has the same genes as far as aging goes. She is one year older than my father who looks good too, but when my brother came over with his new Harley to give my dad a ride, my dad got in the side car! Lol.
    I linked on the site for the skin care line your Belle Mere uses, as I am always up to try something new, but unfortunately it is not available to ship to the States 🙁 .

  15. Very cool!!! You are lucky to have such an adventurous MiL, Corey.

  16. Hi Judy,
    Yes. Thank you for asking. You can use whatever part you would like as long as you give credit with full names and links back to this blog post.
    Corey

  17. Hard to believe she’s over 80!
    By the way, Corey, I think you absolutely can mount the cherub iron plaque over the new sink! Stick to your style, and let no one say ‘it can’t be done’.
    Really looking forward to the final reveal…
    / Ingela

  18. Yes of course Corey. That’s our normal practice. 💕 A bientot. Judy

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