Mindful reflection on agingAt age 58.6, I suspect that close-mindedness has begun to set in. I am less comfortable with people who are different from me. I used to find differences mysterious, fun, adventurous and exciting. Now the differences are so great, I am befuddled more... See More »
The Wisdom That We SeekWhy does it take a lifetime To gain the wisdom that we seek We spend most of our life so foolishly Full of arrogance and pride Thinking nothing can really hurt us Our youth and strength on our side It is only when we are broken When we don't... See More »
My back and kneesNext year I turn 60 and I can only imagine the pain I'll be in by then. My back has been hurting me to the point where it hurts to inhale. I suspect something is out of sorts as it also burns some. Knees have been killing me too. These original parts... See More »
It's not until I'm almost 60That I look around and think to myself, wow 60 feels young-ish. Actually this happens with each passing year!!!im just surprised it does! And it makes me think thirty is almost too young! The disparity in knowledge between those ages is great, and... See More »
Beneath the Oldest TreeI know that I shall never be as old as the oldest tree, but that's really fine, you see-- 'cause trees don't have mobility. I have no leaves to shed, No branches in which to nest. But I hope a tree offers shade For my final place of rest.
Early dinnerThis afternoon I was sick because of the pollen yet again, took some medrol and slept a few hours. Then made some quick, easy dinner. I was delightful to make and eat. Thunder is in the distant. How I like this kind of weather. I reminds me of my... See More »
Advice neededI'm experiencing great difficulty in writing and speaking these days. Does anyone have a few tricks to help me? I'm not retired yet and have it hard going to work and facing that one great fact that my mind has deteriorated greatly indeed. There's a... See More »
