Saturday, January 28, 2017 is my 60th birthday. For months I've just shaken my head in disbelief at the thought of it. It doesn't seem right. It doesn't seem possible. Maybe it should just be another date on the calendar, but it isn't. Like I jokingly said to my bride of 37 years recently (who …
Tag: Aging
Preparing For Life In My 60s
I don't normally think too much about my age. I'm a busy guy who loves my life and my work and the many opportunities to engage with friends, family, church, work colleagues and others every day. My health is good and I'm thankful that I can do just about whatever I choose to do when …
It’s My Party and I’ll Smile If I Want To
Today is my birthday. Since coming into the world in Lexington, Kentucky on January 28, 1957, I have been blessed in many ways these past 56 years, from a wonderful family to great education, work that I love, creature comforts, friends, opportunities, travel, families of faith, chances to make a difference in the lives of …
Leap Year Lesson #148: Now We’re the Old Folks On the Block
24 years ago when we moved into our current home, there were a few houses on the block inhabited by much older people. We were in our early 30s at the time and most likely thought the older neighbors were ancient. They had lived in their homes here since the homes were built in the …
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