Karla Klinger's guest appearances

Karla Klinger

Women Over 70: Aging Reimagined

Pauline Boss

Joan Sotkin

Kathleen Taylor

Joy Loverde

Amy Sherman

Linda Seger

Lydia Denworth

Sherry Anshara

Lily Liu

Linda Schaefer

Ina Pinkney

Sandy Rogers

Raven Blair Glover

Susan Ross

Carol Dysart

OwlTail

Karla Klinger, age 87, has been a poet much of her life. However, until now, most of her work has been shared privately. As an early podcast guest, Karla read This Particular Dot in Time. This penetrating poem is the last entry in her first published poetry collection, Life Unfolding (2021). Karla unravels her ‘emotional truths’ throughout girlhood to old age. Interspersed between sections of poems are photos of Karla’s pottery, which she continues to create and teach to others. In her episode, Karla shares highlights from her research on the experiences of vital women in their 70s. She reflects on her own experience of aging into her 80s. Karla expresses appreciation for often being able to act through choice than obligation; for example, moving with her husband from a home and community of 54 years to a hospitable independent living facility in Portland, OR. I am a museum of myriad images, a spectrum of emotions, cares, and commitments. Connect with Karla:klingerk@hometownsolutions.netLife Unfolding: Poems by Karla Klinger. Zion Publishing, 2021.	Available only on-line in paperback from Amazon and in hard cover from Barnes and Noble. Or in quantity, at discount, contact the author at: poemsbykarla@gmail.com

Karla Klinger, age 87, has been a poet much of her life. However, until now, most of her work has been shared privately. As an early podcast guest, Karla read This Particular Dot in Time. This penetrating poem is the last entry in her first published poetry collection, Life Unfolding (2021). Karla unravels her ‘emotional truths’ throughout girlhood to old age. Interspersed between sections of poems are photos of Karla’s pottery, which she continues to create and teach to others. In her episode, Karla shares highlights from her research on the experiences of vital women in their 70s. She reflects on her own experience of aging into her 80s. Karla expresses appreciation for often being able to act through choice than obligation; for example, moving with her husband from a home and community of 54 years to a hospitable independent living facility in Portland, OR. I am a museum of myriad images, a spectrum of emotions, cares, and commitments. Connect with Karla:<a href="mailto:klingerk@hometownsolutions.net" rel="noopener noreferrer">klingerk@hometownsolutions.net</a>Life Unfolding: Poems by Karla Klinger. Zion Publishing, 2021.	Available only on-line in paperback from Amazon and in hard cover from Barnes and Noble. Or in quantity, at discount, contact the author at: <a href="mailto:poemsbykarla@gmail.com" rel="noopener noreferrer">poemsbykarla@gmail.com</a>

137 Karla Klinger: Writing Emotional Truths Across the Decades

Karla approached her eighth decade wondering ‘how do women in their 70’s lead vital lives’? Her interviews with women in their 70s, then into their 80s, were illuminating. Transitioning to a retirement community rekindled her passions for pottery and poetry.    Key Takeaways:    As we become old(er), we can find new ways to engage in our passions.   Moving from a home and community of 54 years is difficult, but the important thing is having the choice to move and not be in a situation where others have to move you.   Aging is a process that brings new awarenesses, challenges and opportunities with each passing decade.     "I am a museum of memories of myriad images, a spectrum of emotions, cares, and commitments." - Karla Klinger    Connect with Karla Klinger:   Poem: Fruition by Karla Klinger   Connect with Gail &amp; Catherine: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/Wo70AgingReimagined Twitter: @womenover70 Instagram: WomenOver70 Website:https://womenover70.com Email: info@womenover70.com Show: Women Over 70 – Aging Reimagined Listen on: Apple Podcast, Google Play Music, Stitcher, or Spotify  Please rate our show and subscribe wherever you listen.

Karla approached her eighth decade wondering ‘how do women in their 70’s lead vital lives’? Her interviews with women in their 70s, then into their 80s, were illuminating. Transitioning to a retirement community rekindled her passions for pottery and poetry. Key Takeaways: <ul> <li> As we become old(er), we can find new ways to engage in our passions. </li> <li> Moving from a home and community of 54 years is difficult, but the important thing is having the choice to move and not be in a situation where others have to move you. </li> <li> Aging is a process that brings new awarenesses, challenges and opportunities with each passing decade. </li> </ul> "I am a museum of memories of myriad images, a spectrum of emotions, cares, and commitments." - Karla Klinger Connect with Karla Klinger: Poem: <a href="https://www.leadingageoregon.org/assets/docs/Events-TimeLimited/reflections-2017.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fruition by Karla Klinger</a> <h4>Connect with Gail &amp; Catherine:</h4> Facebook Group: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/Wo70AgingReimagined" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/Wo70AgingReimagined</a> Twitter: @womenover70 Instagram: WomenOver70 Website:<a href="https://womenover70.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://womenover70.com</a> Email: info@womenover70.com Show: Women Over 70 – Aging Reimagined Listen on: Apple Podcast, Google Play Music, Stitcher, or Spotify Please rate our show and subscribe wherever you listen.

004 Karla Klinger: Poetic Reflections on Aging