A good friend died unexpectedly this week.And my wife's brother, who she was very close to, died earlier this summer, also unexpectedly. In each case, the cause was medical issues that had not been previously known. That's one problem with getting old -- too many people die on you. Damn.
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 » (1)
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 »
