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Aging and Physical Challenges
bar theft would tum you into
a
hardened
criminal. The verdict is not in on exactly
how you'll become rich and famous.
Never forget that you are deeply
appreciated. "To
.
his dog," Aldous
Huxley said, "Every man is
a
Napoleon;
hence the popularity of dogs." You
should buy
a
kennel. Happy Birthday,
anyway. Don't think of aging as
growing older
--
think of it as building
seniority. Forty isn't really that old.
Think of yourself as sort of an
apprentice senior citizen. Be positive
about life. Get up every morning; read
the newspaper Obituary Column. If
your name isn't there, be thankful, close
the paper, and have
a
Great Day!
Please know that today you are very
special
--
very special, indeed.
Tomorrow, you're nothing!
Just
remember this: despite all your life's
accomplishments, the size of your
funeral will be determined by the
weather.
If
it is cold and rainy, don't
look for me.
--
Your Friend, Colleague, and Aging
Boy Wonder, Himself
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