When I turned 50 we had fun at my birthday "party" (both daughter's came over) and I took a little ribbing but really didn't think a heck of a lot about it.
When I turned 60, I began to think more about how quickly time was passing, but again, work, family and life in general didn't change much at all.
Today marks the completion of my 70th trip around the Sun, and frankly, I STILL don't feel old. I'm in overall good health, nothing new hurts or quit working, my finances are adequate for my needs and I'm staying physically and mentally busy.
I'm a little bummed that the weather isn't really fit for the motorcycle ride I had planned for today, but there's always tomorrow.
Be careful when following the masses. Sometimes the M is silent.
October 21, 2020, 10:47 AM
arfmel
Happy birthday Amigo!
October 21, 2020, 10:49 AM
TMats
Happy birthday, Paul
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October 21, 2020, 10:49 AM
chbibc
Happy Birthday! Glad things are good for you.
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October 21, 2020, 10:52 AM
pedropcola
Happy birthday. Genetics and a good PMS go a long way.
(Preventive mx system) for those acronym challenged. Lol
October 21, 2020, 10:52 AM
snoris
Happy Birthday!
And regarding your chronological age being an issue, remember this quote from Groucho Marx:
"You're only as old as the women you feel."
October 21, 2020, 10:52 AM
6guns
Happy Birthday! Keep active and moving!
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October 21, 2020, 11:00 AM
TomV
Happy Birthday !!
October 21, 2020, 11:01 AM
jhe888
Happy birthday!
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October 21, 2020, 11:08 AM
Jimbo54
Happy B-day Paul. Embrace your health and overall well being. May it stay that way for many years to come.
Jim
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October 21, 2020, 11:09 AM
ltbarber
Happy Birthday, and thanks for giving this 62year-old hope!
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October 21, 2020, 11:15 AM
Krazeehorse
Happy Birthday Paul.
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October 21, 2020, 11:21 AM
PHPaul
quote:
Originally posted by pedropcola: Happy birthday. Genetics and a good PMS go a long way.
(Preventive mx system) for those acronym challenged. Lol
Very true.
My genetic inheritance is less than optimal. Both parents (one at 40, one at 66) succumbed to cardiac disease, as did all four of my grandparents (strokes) right around 70. When I hit 40 and thought about that, I started getting really aggressive about taking care of myself.
Now at 70, that has paid off, tho apparently my genes weren't as crucial as I thought. All four of my older brothers (76, 78, 83 and 85) are still around and for the most part in good health.
Be careful when following the masses. Sometimes the M is silent.
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October 21, 2020, 11:56 AM
mcrimm
Happy Birthday. I’m in your camp regarding trips around the sun. While both my wife and I are in good health, I still have a feeling of urgency. We’re considering a move south and I want to get on it. Even though we spend our winters in Florida, Montana summers are just too short.
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October 21, 2020, 11:58 AM
chellim1
Happy birthday, Paul!
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October 21, 2020, 11:59 AM
Sig209
Great to hear! Gives me hope ...
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October 21, 2020, 12:08 PM
Russ59
A birthday and new hearing aids? Things are looking up for you!
I’m getting close to 50 and can’t wrap my head around getting old.
P229
October 21, 2020, 12:19 PM
M-11
Happy "Sun Day"! I'm half way through my 70th trip. My wife says I'm almost 70 going on 17.
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