My greatest life motivation is letting go of what you can’t control; raising my son who struggles with mental health put me in a place where I had to let go and entrust him to God.
When I am not working I am involved with outdoor activities like hiking, cycling, long distance running and triathlete.
I take at least one hiking trip a summer and I love long walks with my 18-month old puppy.
My greatest life motivation is letting go of what you can’t control; raising my son who struggles with mental health put me in a place where I had to let go and entrust him to God.
Over the years, I had a few challenges with my eating habit but I have discovered that a healthy diet is far more empowering than binge eating. Another part of my life challenges was raising my son, which has taught me to be less controlling. Going through a friendship betrayal was a tough one but I choose to believe it helped me by making me stronger.
My aspiration is to combine my cycling with seeing all parts of the world, so far I have ridden across Canada, down the pacific coast to Mexico and in Majorca, Spain. I also want to improve my swimming so I can race an ironman. Finally I look forward to seeing my children raising their families and living in the future
“I see beauty in kind women. Those who put others first and take time to listen and show interest in others.”
– Diella Siemens
Being over 40 has been quite challenging, I am yet to know how to deal with the hot flushes, menopause and the changes in my hair. I am yet to embrace those changes because I still feel so young.
I would say the most exciting thing about this phase is how I get to be selfish with my time. I miss my little ones but I am excited to see them grown and independent.
My best features would have to be, me being physically strong, my hair and the gift of empathy.
The Confident Woman project is celebrating Vancouver’s and Fraser Valley’s Fabulous40plus community. Your participation will include a portrait session that will change the way you see yourself, your special feature on blogposts like this and The Confident Woman magazine, your portrait exhibition at the end of the project and a new community with all the amazing Fabulous40plus women.