The Boomer Woman’s Podcast, episode 299
Claiming Your Dream at Any Age with Donna Marie Barr
Donna Barr has lived a life many of us dream of living. She’s trail-blazer: joining the U.S. Air Force in the 70s when few women considered the possibility and during the Viet Nam War. She’s made a difference: working in Samoa with The Peace Corp.
Today Donna describes:
- How The Peace Corp and the Air Force were early interests
- Making changes at age 57
- The Peace Corps – no age restrictions and choose your adventure
- The process of starting a project in a country
- Some insights into local governance and lifestyle
- Unexpected highlights
Donna’s love for her new life might be the impetus you’re looking for to take your giant leap. Enjoy her journey by reading her book My View From The House By The Sea.
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About the guest: Donna Marie Barr
At fifty-seven, after raising three sons and a successful career, she joined the Peace Corps and was assigned to the South Pacific islands of Samoa.
Her memoir of that life-changing adventure My View from the House by the Sea: A Life Transformed by Samoa and the Peace Corps is her first book.
Donna lives in the rainforest on the Big Island of Hawaiʻi, surrounded by orchids and other tropical flowers.
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So much to be proud of, Donna!!!!!
I agree, Julie!
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Thank you Julie!
Good one Donna! You found adventure in the best way. So much if the country’s true spirit in your experiences. And your love of life shared with others comes through so well!
Aloha nui loa, John
You are so right, John!
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Thank you John!