Meet Jan, a Water Wanderer, Sunshine Chaser, and a Happy Soul
“We all have the same destination, but we control the journey!”
I love drifting on a boat around the Whitsundys with good friends and good food. Catching up, enjoying wine and nibbles, and sharing the ups and downs of life is my idea of a perfect day. I often remember something a patient of mine said many years ago: “We all have the same destination, but we control the journey!” It’s a wonderful reminder to live life on my own terms.
“Beauty is anything and everything, no one thing fits all.”
To me, self-confidence is having the courage to do what you want, when you want, and how you want. Over the years, I’ve realised that I can now be who I am. I have nothing to prove to anyone. I celebrate my achievements, big or small, by telling myself “YES! You did that!” and doing a happy dance.
“Do not fall into the media hype of what is ‘normal’ or ‘accepted’.”
Life has taught me so much. I came to Australia 18 years ago from the UK for one year, but we fell in love with the place and decided to stay. Seven years later I divorced and had to make some big decisions about my life. At first I felt selfish for staying, but I realised I had to try and see what my life could be. Life has taught me to trust myself and to shine in my own way.
“My happy place is by the water.”
No sport for me! Phew, no. But put me on a beach with the waves crashing, the wind blowing, and the sun shining and YES, that is my life on my terms. Any beach or river does it for me. I also love catching up with friends to share the fun and frolics, and I volunteer at a local hospital to give back and meet people. It’s lovely to share a laugh or just be a friendly face.
“Just do it, embrace who you are for all that you are.”
Trying OceanRoad Swimwear for the first time was liberating. I loved the rash vest, floral, with a built-in bra! I had never owned a rash vest before, but now I can walk to the beach, hop in the sea, hop out, and walk for coffee. Win win. I’ve realised I can do anything. Stepping outside my comfort zone feels amazing, and I haven’t told a soul. I’m just going to show everyone the photos. They will be gobsmacked!