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GROWING UP AND STAYING SHARP

Growing up is a decision. It’s a decision to be on time, show up ready to go, and inspire others by your example. Like writing a blog, lol. The biggest decision to make? Decide to stay sharp, in spite of having sons.

REGULAR PEOPLE DO MORE

Regular people do what needs to get done. From doing the easy stuff, to the hard stuff, they take their shot. You’ll recognize them when you see someone and wonder why they’re out doing what they. For example:

ERRAND BOY? EMBRACE THE JOB

Who’s an errand boy? Who isn’t? That’s how things get done, doing on errands. What else is there, hiring someone to do errands? But there are times it makes sense.

FAMILY TIME SUNSET ON THE WESTERN EDGE

Family time needs a motto, and this could be one: “It’s better to create something and be criticized that to create nothing and criticize others.” But what feeds the creative force?

HARD LIVING ON PURPOSE

Hard living is something to avoid, most of the time. I’ve heard it said at funerals: “They had a hard life.” And it’s true, but is it avoidable?

BAD THERAPY ON BOOK TV

A book called Bad Therapy on c-span? I’m watching. When is the best time to watch Book TV? Trick question: Any time is the best time. Extra points for tuning in while lifting weights in the garage. You’ll be lucky to find this episode:

SHAPE UP. THEN WHAT?

Shape up. I’ve told myself that more than once. I’ve also looked at others and said the same thing. To myself. Most of the time.

COMPARISON CULTURE: BETTER THAN WHAT?

Comparison culture didn’t start with social media, but that’s where it found fertile ground. Baby Boomers and every generation before, all had the same comparison: My Dad is better than your dad. What comes after that? Maybe a fight.

LIVING LARGE? WHAT’S THE SECRET

Living large usually means more than drawing a breath. Most people compare themselves to others for reference. Not me. My large living is no secret:

MIDNIGHT TRAIN GOING ANYWHERE?

The midnight train is always going somewhere. You and I? Not so much. Oh, we’re going somewhere, too, but we don’t know where that is. And we’re not supposed to.