Caroline Herschel experienced such childhood cruelty, she thought of herself as Cinderella. Yet she overcame abuse and disfigurement to reach for the stars.
Stories to inspire the adult late bloomer
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Welcome! I'm Debra Eve, proud late bloomer and possessor of many passions.At 36, I became an archaeologist. At 42, a martial artist. At 46, I married the love of my life! Now I write about fellow late bloomers while plotting my next grand adventure. {Read more}
A Tribute
In 1942, the U.S. Army called up a skinny California boy barely out of his teens. At 5’9’’ and 125 lbs, Pfc Glenn Eve was then deemed unfit for combat.Dad might have spent World War II at a desk, but the Army needed his field skills. He was a gifted artist and photographer who’d trained four years with Walt Disney Co. You can see his poignant image collection here.
Featured Artists
The Imaginary Landscapes of Henri Rousseau
After decades as a customs inspector, Henri Rousseau picked up a brush and taught himself to paint. He submitted his work to the official Salon, but they rejected him for lack of skill. Rousseau refused to give up.
Ruth Flowers: Rockin’ Retirement
One of Europe’s best loved DJs is an English granny who ran a fabric store! In case you’re wondering, she prefers electro rock to house music.
Featured Explorers
Was John Muir the Father of Steampunk?
We remember John Muir for his fierce devotion to nature, not the wacky clockwork machines he refused to patent because he wanted everyone to benefit. Like many late bloomers, he possessed wide-ranging passions.
Rosie the Riveter Learns To Fly
Rose Monroe wanted to train as pilot during WWII, but was disqualified for being a single mother. She became a riveter instead — you may know her as Rosie. And she did learn to fly.
Featured Writers
A Late Bloomer’s Tale for Twain’s Birthday
In his late 40s, Kent Rasmussen looked upon the dark night of the soul. He obsessively read Mark Twain to raise his spirits. Now he’s one of the world’s foremost Twain authorities.
How Bram Stoker Handled A Soul-Sucking Boss
Why am I so obsessed with Bram Stoker and Dracula? The sad truth — I spent too many years too afraid to ditch a series of soul-sucking jobs. But at least Bram had a creative solution!
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