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THE SENIORS AND HAPPINESS - A C/P  I am not forwarding this to my friends only because it is so well written by whoever but it makes a lot of sense.  As I've aged, I've become kinder to, and less critical of, myself. I've become my own friend. I have seen too many dear friends leave this world, too soon; before they understood the great freedom that comes with aging. Whose business is it, if I choose to read, or play on the computer, until 4 AM, or sleep until noon? I will dance with myself to those wonderful tunes of the 50s, 60s & 70s, and I will walk the beach, in a swim suit that is stretched over a bulging body, and will dive into the waves, with abandon, if I choose to, despite the pitying glances from the jet set. They, too, will get old. I know I am sometimes forgetful. But there again, some of life is just as well forgotten. And, eventually, I remember the important things. Sure, over the years, my heart has been broken. How can your heart not break, when you lose a loved one, or when a suffers, or even when somebody's beloved pet gets hit by a car? But broken hearts are what give us strength, and understanding, and compassion. A heart never broken, is pristine, and sterile, and will never know the joy of being imperfect. I am so blessed to have lived long enough to have my hair turning gray, and to have my youthful laughs be forever etched into deep grooves on my face. So many have never laughed, and so many have died before their hair could turn silver. As you get older, it is easier to be positive. You care less about what other people think. I don't question myself anymore. I've even earned the right to be wrong. So, to answer your question, I like being old. It has set me free. I like the person I have become. I am not going to live forever, but while I am still here, I will not waste time lamenting what could have been, or worrying about what will be. And I shall eat dessert every single day (if I feel like it). MAY OUR FRIENDSHIP NEVER COME APART, ESPECIALLY WHEN IT'S STRAIGHT FROM THE HEART! Please don't forward this to anyone. Just read it here and let everyone else read it here and have fun. "To fight the darkness do not draw your sword, light a candle" - Zarathustra |
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6/10/2013 7:28 pm |
Read this some time ago but still love it. Says it all. Spiritwoman ^i^
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Thanks SpiritGirl. Have a beautiful day tomorrow.   "To fight the darkness do not draw your sword, light a candle" - Zarathustra
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I love it-- I love it-- I love it!!  Thank you, friendly, you just made my day! ---------------------------------------------------------------------- "Every adversity, every failure, every heartache carries with it the seed of an equal or greater benefit." ~ Napoleon Hill ~ I am glad you really appreciated this copy/paste of mine. Have a great day. "To fight the darkness do not draw your sword, light a candle" - Zarathustra
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I have been ordered by S to not only give you permission but also do and be anything you wish to be 24/7/52 + 1 (2 in leap years). Lady S also ordered me to invite you to this place.  Have a wonderful day tomorrow, My dear Friend. & KsOCs"To fight the darkness do not draw your sword, light a candle" - Zarathustra
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Welcome to my blog, Bo10. I am glad you liked this. Have a wonderful day. "To fight the darkness do not draw your sword, light a candle" - Zarathustra
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Many thanks Rainbowfleur for your visit. I am happy that you liked these little observations/suggestions. Positivity is half way to victory. Have a great day. "To fight the darkness do not draw your sword, light a candle" - Zarathustra
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"Of course, my face has lines on it, but I am pleased the lines reflect my 68 yrs of smiles and laughter." You are just about 68 years young, My dear Friend. The words quoted above reflect your attitude which is highly positive and that is reflected also in the smile on your face in your photograph. People who find difficulty in accepting themselves have serious problems accepting others and are, therefore, miserable without a plausible reason. In giving lies contentment since each one of us subconsciously values own goodness. I agree with every word that you have put down in your observation, Gradbluff.  Have a wonderful day. "To fight the darkness do not draw your sword, light a candle" - Zarathustra
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You are, indeed, blessed, Akamatt, that you have a friend whose friendship you value and vice versa. Good health, mental and physical, is another gift. May you always have these two valuable gifts. Many thanks for your observations; have a great day. "To fight the darkness do not draw your sword, light a candle" - Zarathustra
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