Getting Older

Getting older is quite freeing I think. Tomorrow I turn 71 and I've never been healthier or happier. I like to say, "I had to live to be old to be healthy." I'm not kidding.

It's crazy how old age is dealt with in the US. We're mostly considered useless and ready to head out to pasture, yet we've spent our whole lives learning stuff, so why wouldn't we still want to "work" at what might have brought us great satisfaction, or even take on a new vocation?

Life is quite busy for me with consulting, making deals for speaking engagements, workshops and plans for the future. I'm thinking a decade of plans, but Jay says 24 years from now. He's such a funny guy.

So please don't wish me a happy birthday on Facebook or Instagram. Instead, how about thinking of someone who could stand a little uplifting or would just love to hear your voice? Get in touch with that person, and when you do, think of me and how happy it makes me that you might be giving kindness to someone who really appreciates you for doing it.

The trip around the globe this year is full of excitement and rewarding work with people I truly enjoy. How about coming for a visit and sharing your plans and happiness? That would be a true gift.