Too Soon Old, Too Late Smart

Aging and Physical Challenges

I realize that I am not a teenager anymore (thank

goodness), and try not to overextend my abilities.

Exercise, but also realize it is going to happen no

matter what.

Raymond Wohlever, Derby, Kansas

You must accept it, and realize that life does get

better. Each year of my life has gotten better. I have

lowered my expectations. I don't try to compete

physically with 20-year-olds.

Nicky Boyd, Searcy, Arkansas

If you can't prevent or change it, learn to live with it.

Don't worry about things that you have no control over.

Try to maintain a lively spirit.

Lee Ashby, Granite City, Illinois

have come to know that I can't fix and judge

everything. God made man -- I didn't. If I can't change

it then I must accept it.

Carley Long, Gresham, Oregon

Being a female, I don't have to worry about proving

myself -- I'm more concerned with my mental

challenges.

Carol Levi, Dermott, Arkansas