Too Soon Old, Too Late Smart

Aging and Physical Challenges

Look at each new decade as a new phase in life.

Enjoy each one. Your only as old as you think you are.

Do the most you can with your abilities. Even push

yourself at times.

Connie Warren, Silva, Missouri

I choose to keep my mind active and to maintain a

good appearance. I try to accept the inevitable signs of

aging, as it is unavoidable.

-- Mrs.

William Shade/, Savannah, Tennessee

Stay active mentally and physically. Get off the

couch. Dr. Benson had a philosophy that I try to live by:

"This life is for working -- The next life is for resting."

Bill Harris, Searcy, Arkansas

It's terrible to get old! "Grow old gracefully" is good

advice. No smiling face looks bad, so keep smiling.

Don't dwell on your own problems. Accept what you

have to work with and make the most of it.

Roy

Cassandra Dickson, Searcy, Arkansas

You will trade wisdom for youth hopefully. Both

have their advantages and disadvantages. Cherish

every moment of life. You never know when it may