Not great but thanks for asking. I feel the quality part of my life has run it’s course. I’d never hurt myself, that’s a selfish choice, at least it would be for me but it’s like when I get in the truck I think no sense in buckling up. Like Ron White said “take it down I don’t give a shit. Hit something hard, I don’t want to limp away from this piece of shit”.

I get a few moments of joy in the Summer when I can find a windy open road in my Shelby.

It’s like the good things in my life, some of which many don’t have and may even deserve, don’t really even matter. My income is excellent, I have freedom in my job, I have a wife that not only tolerated me but loves me, I have kids that love me (but I don’t feel I’m close with either which is incredibly sad).

I feel like someday, maybe even tomorrow, it’ll all be taken away from me. My job, my home, my family. Kind of like Karma is watching me out of the corner of her eye and not in a good way.

Lovin' life! Every day is a good day. I have an attitude of gratitude. Thank you for asking, this forum is one of my life's daily blessings.

Doing pretty good, all things considered. Thanks for asking, I doubt that there are many if any, forums out there with this many members who have an owner and moderator who would ask and be qenuinely concerned.

It's a mixture like others replied but mostly positive.

Still can't read out of the left eye. In the process of moving into a house we closed in January. Since we literally gave a whole lot of our stuff four years ago other than what could fit in a 5' x 10' storage room, we're having to spend to replenish "stuff." Since it's an old home, I'm having to fix stuff and I'm not really knowledgeable about houses.

I’m doing well, thanks for sincerely asking. My wife and I don’t have any major health issues (could both lose some weight, of course), we are financially secure and I’m working on convincing her to retire soon. We have good friends and love where we live.

My Mom had major health issues last year, but she recovered and is getting stronger every day. Our son is living in a city too far away that is a liberal dumpster fire, but he has a good job, friends and is happy.

There are things I complain about, but in the big scheme of things they are of little to no importance.

I am thankful for all that I have, including this forum and community.

Mixed.

Never planned on hitting the reset button at 50. I'd rather chase dreams than run from nightmares. So in Alaska chasing the dream and finding new adventures. Daughter's finally got a direction, finished high school a semester early and has now started flight school. Got a great dog who's a good copilot on road trips and watches out for bears and moose on the trail. Now finally dating someone who seems half way sane.

Finances suck, but working on them. Work sucks trying to find the new normal after Covid, but at least I've got job security.

Doing good so far. Found out a friend we were with last week has Covid and is very sick. Need to wait a few days before we can test. Staying away from others and enjoying retirement.

I'm OK, thank you for asking. I turned 85 last month and am doing better than many who have achieved that age. A broken Humerus last July has left my arm a little handicapped, and I'm now using a cane while walking outside my home. My Diabetes is under control and I've lost a little weight. Overall, I feel good and well.

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Originally posted by joatmonv:
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.

That’s me, as well, though in my case I would add melancholy to that.

I really can't complain about much and I'm glad you seem to be getting back to your old self lately. Financially good, great wife, recently engaged son and steady work. Lost my mom in mid November, suddenly. She was 88 1/2 with a host of problems but going as strong as ever. It hit hard, I kinda expected her to be here forever. It's got me thinking about mortality way too much but I'm in great health so hopefully good for a while.

Thanks for asking, Para. We are doing pretty well, considering. Just wanting to retire out of the rat race, but have a few years to go before that. Debts are paid at least. We feel blessed and grateful to have gotten where we are. Hope you are doing well, and enjoying life every day.

Thanks for asking Mike. My wife can't remember what she had for lunch. My Cardiologist appointment for Wednesday will be canceled because of the ice storm and I don't care. If I make it to February 17, I'll be 76. Other than that, I guess God isn't ready for me to go home.

Not so hot. I caught Covid last May 7th-easy to remember because I was planning on being on a plane the next day and of course that didn't work. Really sick for a couple of weeks, then kind of sick for a couple of weeks and then started over. I saw 'my' doc four months later and was still a mess.

My new doc says I have all the symptoms of long Covid but it isn't really a disease so that's not a diagnosis just walking around
information.

Diet change, cross word puzzles to keep my thinking working, walks in a safe space, 9 to 10 hours of sleep and can't remember where my glasses are.

two or more three weeks of the regimen I'm on and we'll measure stuff again and if I'm improving we'll keep on keepin' on. If not one choice is a psychologist eval to see if we can train out of some of this with memory being high on the list.

There's an interestinglittle side story here, if you're still reading. My cardiac responses didn't go well so I did a tread mill test which didn't go well so I needed to see a cardiologis for the rest on the story. I said I wanted to see Doctor 'J' who was in my net work but was told no-can-do. The way it works is I get referred to an in-network clinic and they pick the doc.
I said call him he'll want to see me.
So they did, he did and I went through the following four (4) count 'em, four, tests with a cardiologist who was in my cub-scout pack and then my scout troop, played football and lacross with my son and was a general braniac as a kid. Didn't want a stranger.

Heart's good by the way. Everything else seems to be slapping me around but Ill take what I can get.

So congratulations to the many who are doing well, good luck to the few who are going through tough patches. And thanks Para for the venue to vent.I haven't told that little tale to anybody but spouse, who was with me the whole trip, and kids.

Well, I’m above ground so there’s that. My family is good, daughter just started middle school and teenage years are close. That’ll be interesting. Finances could be better, it’d be great if I could find some type of home based part time gig. Selling guns is not bringing in enough $$. Honestly it just supports my gun habit. Health is ok, working on losing weight. Back pain from a bad injury years ago (and subsequent fusions) is a day to day battle. It really bums me out when I think of the things I’ll never be able to do again due to physical constraints, but I’m fortunate to not be in a wheelchair.


Thank you for asking, Para.

I'm Ok. Not good not great .... but leaning slightly to the right of middle towards "meh".

My wife and I ended/started this year with buying a second seasonal home on a lake in N. Michigan. It still hasn't sunk in.

We went to Aruba for the second time in 2 years with a bunch of coworkers and recent retirees. During the " slow time " prior to Christmas. Always a good time...

I had to put my father into memory care last year. It has been the hardest thing for me to do and i have problems going to see him when he does not really know who I am.

I have less than a year until I can retire early from my career in law enforcement. Based on current events, administration, and public opinion I highly doubt I will continue after that point. I will be 53 with 25 years of service. Pension etc. That hasn't sunk in.. I am feeling nostalgic..... and I have no idea what is next for me.

My health is not great. Arthritis and injuries during work have taken their toll. Elbow/ nerve surgery, broken wrist, 2 hip replacements and I found out I have Cataracts in both eyes that need surgery in Feb. I am nervous about it..

I'm not watching much news local or national except for weather. Though I am keeping an eye on Ukraine daily thru Reddit...

I am walkin' and talkin' and still plodding on. January is always a tuff month... looking towards spring thru fall...

Pretty darn good considering how old and crusty I'm getting. I am growing tired of the colder weather, got a week long dose of warmer weather coming within a couple of weeks, a cruise to the Caribbean. No kids, just me and the Smokin' hot wife for once

I mixed bag. Still dealing with the loss of my mom in May, that sucks. Proud of my two boys, so that's nice. Wife and I are getting into the new rhythm of having her working now that she's graduated school (and turning 50 this year).

All in all, pretty good. Trying to be far more appreciative of the things that I have and to make room for the things that I love (shooting and scuba) in my life.

Thank you for this forum and I am very glad you are doing better.

Getting older, I've noticed something that I once heard of, i.e. one's world getting smaller. With some physical restrictions/limitations, definitely beginning to notice this, especially regarding recreational activities. Bit of a bummer.

Others won't notice this much as they remain amazingly spry, even approaching 100 years old.

a lot of these responses sound and feel familiar to me, in the same boat as plenty here. overall things could be a lot worse but some days I really have to force myself not to dwell in the negative of the world and I will admit I fail in that sometimes. I feel that I don't fit in well with todays society.

seems to be more evil in this country than when I was younger or I'm just noticing it more now. the politics and hatred of America by the left and the war on decent conservative values gets to me on a personal level at times and I have to take a time-out. Reading certain positive and logical posts on this forum can help shake it off for sure..

We are doing well. Retired, financially in good shape and getting ready to do more traveling this year