It's a question we might ask or be asked, but most of the time, it's merely an amenity. It's superficial, and all of us do it from time to time.

Given these particularly troubled times, and with the start of a new year, which can bring hope or dread, I am asking all of you, each of you, and sincerely- how are you doing these days?

Speak your mind. There are no wrong answers to this question.

I'm doing very well. As a lot of people living in my area seem to say, I'm living the dream.

I tune out all the hate and discontent and go on my way while paying strict attention to everything going on around me.

Better than I have any right to be, not as good as I’d like. Wife and I continue to be quite successful, most everything is going well. Age is starting to get the best of me little by little but what can you do? Most of my complaints are just whining. I’ve got it good for a loud mouth hick from the woods of NC.

Mixture of things presently.
Angry.
Distrusting.
Cynical.

Not at any one thing or one person but as a whole right now. It pretty much encompasses life in general.

My usual answer to that question is "I'm eating regular and I got a warm place to sleep!"

More seriously, we're okay financially, only debt is the car payment and we have enough set aside to pay the oil bill.

Only cloud on the horizon is the house needing a new roof and I'm hoping insurance will help with that.

Kids are good, grandkids are off to a good start, great-grands are healthy and (as far as I know...) happy.

Pretty much everything else is icing on the cake.

Well, my golf game has taken a turn for the worse. I probably just need a new driver/putter though to fix it. On the bright side, my colon is in semi-remission due to some new drugs, so I get to keep it at least another year. Work is going exceptionally great, the city is growing and they have no plans on building any hospitals in the near future, so we're absorbing the extra weight and it seems to be working (always could use more nurses though).

How's thing in your world?

ETA: We got a new Chik fil a right next to the hospital!!! God's chicken is right outside the ICU doors!!!

After my bout with heart failure (vice an unknown MI sometime in the past) in October last, I had a long visit from 'The Black Dog'. Fortunately, I have a wife and medical team who take excellent care of me and after my follow up appointment last week with the Cardiologist I find I am almost back to normal. I am finally starting to move out of the dark and fog and back into the sunlight.


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Originally posted by TexasScrub:
How's thing in your world?

I'm fine now, thanks to the overwhelming generosity of you guys.

My health is good and I can still do about anything I want. I can still pay my bills and I have found the most wonderful woman in the world. What else could a 76 year old ask for.

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Originally posted by joatmonv:
Mixture of things presently.
Angry.
Distrusting.
Cynical.

Geez. I can relate to that. I'm realizing that I'm getting older and don't like the way the world has changed.

My work life is filled with uncertainty and just waiting to get that pink slip. I'm burned out and ready to retire although I should work at least 6 more years.

That said, I can't complain too much. Life is good and the pantry is stocked. I need to sit back and appreciate the things I have and the blessings of the people around me a little more.

I’m feeling pretty well. Health is good and the weight is slowly coming off. In an amazing relationship with an even more amazing woman and my 19 year old sons still act like they love me.

Having just turned 53 I find myself thinking way too much about my own mortality and wondering what’s going to take me out. I try to not dwell, but I do from time-to-time.

I’ve all but given up on caring about anything political. I just don’t feel that anything I do/say will make a difference and I find that the folks who claim to be on ‘my side’ are just as full of shit as the ones I despise.

I literally trust nothing I see on the media and find myself giving second looks to the ‘conspiracies’ that I was mocking just a few years ago.

That aside, overall I’m probably better today mentally and physically than I have been in years.

Thank you for asking, Para.

I'm doing very well, para. Thanks for asking

Hitting my home gym most days. Diet is pretty much in order. Excess fat's slowly, but surely, coming off. I'm sleeping pretty well without sleep aids. I've 99-44/100% gotten over the coldvidflumonia my wife and I came down with a week before Christmas.

My wife is doing "ok." The coldvidflumonia hit her harder and her recovery is proving to be a lot slower, but, otherwise, she's ok so I'm ok there, too.

Cats are healthy. The newest one and the most dominant one appear to have finally reached an armed truce Both of my two remaining best friends are well. Finances are in good order. No significant house issues. Both the automobiles are purring right along. (Though my wife's is in need of a new battery.)

Only problem is I've nothing to complain about

How are you doing? ISTR you've had a couple (?) health issues, here and there, of late? You're posting here a lot more, lately. I take that as a good sign

How are you Para? I'm great at the moment. One of the biggest things was my disappointment at not getting into Microsoft after 3 final interviews and then now seeing them do a massive layoff and thr joy that God kept me where I am. Had a feeling based on the circumstances but what a providential confirmation. My family is wonderful and we are in a great place. Can't ask for much more at this point.

Para - thanks for asking.

I am doing ok; I have a lot to be thankful for and I remind myself of that daily. But I am restless and I can't exactly put my finger on why. In addition to that by body is wearing out as I get older, the latest drama is with my shoulder, but I am viewing it as part of the aging process.

Back to the restlessness, maybe I can put my finger on it.....I think part of it is the government (feds and state) and the feeling that they truly don't care about us as they push their greed, control and agendas and pander for votes. Part of it is society in general and in particular the loud, vocal folks who brand those that don't march lock-step with them as racists, homophobes, ignorant, uneducated, closed-minded, etc. etc. Part of it is the lack of politeness in general, be it debating issues, everyday interaction in public and in work. Part of it is rampant crime and evil acts and the government restricting us in protecting ourselves and loved ones (huge issue in NYS) even as they become softer and softer on lawbreakers with idiotic bail reform laws. Part of it is the growing lack of ability to critically think about anything and that schools don't teach and/or encourage critical thought. This restlessness in particular is due to feeling helpless to do anything about it.

I try to live a good life, set a good example, help people whenever I can, and just be kind. My kids are great (adults now), with good values and for that I am especially thankful. Sometimes I feel very alone (despite the fact I have a wonderful wife, friends and family). It's ironic.

Thanks for letting me go on. I'd love to know how you are doing.

I'm a bit stressed. But overall I'm happy. It's hard not to be with a great wife and three beautiful children.

But yeah, I do worry from time to time. Perhaps more often than not. I suppose that comes standard when you're a father and husband.

not bragging but not complaining

healthy for 72 year old diabetic heart attack survivor

still love my wife and she is healthy

financially stable with little debt

I'm doing great. I work when I want and play when I want. My exercise is regular, strength improving, as is my overall health. It was nice of you to ask, Para.

My hips hurt and there’s no explanation for it. I went on a hike 3mi, loop and it ruined me the next day. Prolly need to stick to flat walking. Prolly should see the doc about it too…otherwise I’m good. No more strokes since 2017. Have gotten to see my kid grow into a teenager, house is paid off, no debt, wife hasn’t killed me. Things are generally good

At 67 things couldn't be much better. I have four great kids who are all doing well. They all have great careers and spouses. Given me three wonderful grand kids and I have a wife who is a absolute saint. Sometimes I have to stop and ask myself what I did to be so blessed and why am I worthy. I haven't really watched the news in about three years and I think that is a large factor in my overall well being. I worry about my grand kids future in this world but there is really nothing I can do about it and I most likely won't be here for much of their adult hood but I know they are in good hands.

I'm not religious but in God I trust because we all need something to believe in. It's Sunday morning but no one in the family attends church. But we all meet at our favorite restaurant for family breakfast. There will be eleven of us including grand kids. It's what we do every Sunday morning and I somehow think God approves.

Doing well. Met with the oncologist Friday and things are looking good so my visits are now twice a year instead of quarterly. Managing diabetes and high blood pressure and all is looking good health wise. My children are doing great and the grandkids are growing like weeds. All in all things are positive. Thanks for asking and thanks for the forum. It’s a great place.