Aging
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The New Normal – What Are You Going To Do About It?
I was talking to a friend this week who told me he was busy taking care of his dad. My friend is like me, mid 60s, so you can assume his father is getting up there in age. He talked about how difficult it was for his dad to adjust to getting old. That’s when…
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When I’m 64!
“When I get older, losing my hair, many years from now.” Well that actually started in my 20s I think. Yes! As of yesterday I turned 64! I’m sure I’m not the first person who went around whistling the Beatles classic all day. My first reaction is: “Wow! How did THAT happen?” First off, I…
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Aging: You Don’t Have To Like It But You Don’t Have To Fight It
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
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
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
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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