One of the residents in our condo complex recently celebrated his 100th birthday. There was a nice write-up in the complex's newsletter, containing the predictable questions of what did you do to live so long and such. The payoff was in the last question asked, which I copy below:
Q. What are the important lessons you have learned in life to date?
A. Set goals and work to reach them. Learn to like and be kind to everyone. Avoid depression with interpersonal activity, do not be jealous, because (as they say in the mental health clinic) “Jealousy and paranoia will destroy ya.” Find a wonderful life partner. Rx for a long life: Do not smoke, use minimal alcohol, and do not date married people.
Hmmmmmm...
And be lucky.
ReplyDeleteThat last bit of advice sounds like hard-won wisdom, lol.
ReplyDeleteThat's what I thought.
DeleteThere is no furry like a jealous spouse.
ReplyDeleteWell, you actually lifted my spirits today! I've been feeling a bit sad as I turn 75 this weekend! Yikes! I figure it is all downhill from here but maybe it won't be if I take this advice!?
ReplyDeleteDelighted to hear I did a good deed! Hey, 75 is perfectly respectable (I hit 71 in a couple months) and is not any sort of mile marker to indicate a downhill slope ahead. I consider 75 to be proof of your staying power...
Deletewhy he's no fun he falls right over.
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