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Becoming A Grandparent (MM #4732)

As we get older, we all share many life experiences, But for those of us without children, it’s a bit different. There are so many points in adulthood I don’t have a benchmark. The other day, I read that Chili from the group TLC is becoming a grandparent at 53. Looking at the headline, I…

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Too Old (MM #4514)

It’s been a topic of political discussion for decades. The subject is usually just whispered in the halls of buildings throughout Washington, DC. But recently, the whispers feel like they’ve become a shouting match. How old is too old? Many people question whether Joe Biden and Donald Trump should run for President because of their…

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Stopped Counting (MM #3931)

My wife has stopped counting birthdays. Naturally, you can guess what day it is. Now, I don’t know if this applies to everyone or just her? I’m also betting that this doesn’t mean I should stop buying her gifts for her special day. I’m not holding my breath for that answer…

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First Digit (MM #3778) 

For most people getting older isn’t that big a deal. I usually feel that way, except when that first digit changes every ten years. When you’re younger, you get excited about the numbers. But, as you get older…   

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The Number 85 (MM #3499)

By itself, the number 85 is really nothing. There aren’t many football players who wore the number. Chad ‘Ochocinco’ Johnson is one that comes to mind. Heck, I can’t even recall anyone who ever drove that number in NASCAR. But when you add the words ‘years old’ to the number 85. It becomes extremely special…

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Age Is Just A Number (MM #3023)

We’ve all heard that worn out adage; age is just a number. And while it just sounds like words when you’re young, as you get older it can hit home. I don;t consider myself old, until I’m reminded…

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Look Younger (MM #2706)

People often tell me that I look younger than my actual age. I’m flattered, but I have secret to my youthful looks…

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Mind Plays Tricks (MM #2557)

When you get older, you often find that your mind plays tricks on you.  You lose track of time, figuratively and literally…

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Don’t Say The Number (MM #1739)

So many of us are consumed with numbers. And let’s be honest, age is one of those numbers with which we have a love hate relationship. In our house we don’t say the number when it comes to age. Especially when it’s someone’s birthday…

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Putting Age In Perspective (MM #1650)

We all handle getting older in different ways. I like to tease my father about ‘being a old man’. It’s a fun game we play. But sometimes, it’s interesting what events can truly put age in perspective…

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