My friend Bill Miller told me one wise thing to do as I age is to develop friendships with younger people. Since some of my older friends are sadly leaving me, I took it as good advice. So I went out and met two bright, young guys named Ryan and Nico, both in their early …
As I age, I become more courageous. Last week, I asked three of my best, old-time friends to tell me, straight on, what my worst habit is – the one that drives them absolutely bonkers. To loosen their tongues, I gave them a bottle of Rombauer Merlot and provided them with …
Around our house, I think I’ve earned the right to be called a co-captain. Part of aging is getting smarter. When I was young, in my 60s, I had this notion that Sherry and I would make joint decisions, like co-captains on a football team. What color should we paint the …
It’s so simple. Yet, I fail the test many times each week. In my newly acquired free time, I wish to hang out with individuals who bring me joy. That sounds a bit selfish. But that’s okay. The whole premise seems easy to achieve. Yet, so many other people get in my way. …
Once in a while, I come up with a great idea. Bingo! One came to me. I live in a two-story home. There are 13 steps that take me to the second floor. For the first time yesterday, I counted the number of trips I take up the stairs in a single day. Rather shocking, …
Hi Eddie, It’s been a dozen years since you left us, but you’ll always be my big brother. I think of you most days, particularly during those late nights when I’m feeling a little lonely and down on myself. I was on the sidelines when you bumped into trouble all those …
Me: Hey doc… Something is wrong. I’ve been feeling really good. Quack Doc: This is troubling. How long have you been feeling so good? Me: It started last Thursday. I went into work and felt great. After working a full shift, I drove home and had this strange urge to hug my …
It doesn’t mean much to the rest of you guys, but I have a mammoth black spider hanging out in my bathroom. I call him Albert because he’s really smart. He’s got long legs and is jet-propelled for short distances. He can see me in the dark. I can’t see him. If Albert could …
In Don Miguel Ruiz’s fine book titled “The Four Agreements,” his second agreement is: “Don’t take anything personally.” Boy, my life would have been less frustrating and complicated if I had followed this agreement early on. I think of all the times a friend, or even a …
While moving toward retirement, I’ve been throwing away a lot of my old stuff. I don’t consider myself a pack rat. Still, this has not been an easy task for me. Most of my things can be dumped without any regrets. However, I get these emotional tugs from some of the …
