Aging

  • Aging: You Don’t Have To Like It But You Don’t Have To Fight It

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    I had a conversation with someone this week who told me that some mutual friends were struggling. Just like the rest of us, they are aging but they’re having some health issues and some difficulty with general tasks like getting dressed and taking care of themselves. They’re depressed. They’re angry. And I totally get it.…

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  • Self-Inflicted Injuries Can Make You Feel Stupid

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    Have you ever injured yourself in a silly way? Yeah. Makes you feel stupid doesn’t it? The other night I warmed up some leftover Chinese food. My wife, Priscilla, was working a 24-hour shift so it was just me for dinner. I usually don’t cook a big meal when I’m by myself. Some nights I…

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  • It’s Not Fair! But It’s What We’ve Got

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    I ran into an old colleague the other day. (Well not literally. That would have hurt.) I hadn’t seen him in years. We worked together in the 70s and 80’s. I asked him how he was doing and he sighed and said, “Oh, hanging in there.” He looked tired and didn’t look like my strong,…

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  • I Found Out This Week: I’m Old

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    In case you don’t remember, I’m staying with my son Doug here in Virginia Beach while I play Grampnanny for my grandson Liam. More on that in a bit, but that’s how I found out I was old. No it’s not doing the “nanny” thing though that does make you tired. He’s a busy boy.…

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