Feeling old is all in the perspective of how we view ourselves. I often hear clients say they are too old in their 50s, 40s and even 30s to learn a new profession or make significant changes. A recent visit with an older friend reminded me just how important our perspective is to our willingness to approach life with freshness.
I was visiting my friend Shirley, who is 81 years old. As I was leaving her home, Shirley commented on how cool the morning had been when she delivered her newspapers, just a few hours earlier. Needless to say, I was shocked that she could possibly have a paper route. She smiled with a twinkle in her eye and said she throws the morning newspapers up to the door for several of the “older” neighbors. The older folks are 90-something! Shirley’s attitude certainly underscores the saying “we are as young as we feel.”
What a great story! It’s that twinkle in the eye – we must never lose it.
I forwarded to most all family members. Thanks. We’ll be in touch to get together.
Jes
So glad you enjoyed. I so clearly remember the morning with Shirley!
Joel,
Thanks for sharing. Attitude, attitude, attitude….
Frank
Your mom was so terrific; I loved sitting next to her at Rabbi’s table.
We all loved Shirley, she was one of a kind!