Day 322

4/3/23

We went to visit our beloved Harmonica-Playing Friend today. He is currently working hard at a rehab center so he can return home to Walker. After a fall, he is trying to overcome a shoulder issue and we were there to cheer him on! Lilly was charming and even got a personal harmonica concert! That girl...

As Don and I discussed the challenges of growing older (He will be 100 on September 1st) I had to smile as we compared notes. It is certainly a continuum which seems to delete certain activities as the years go by.

My mind tells me I am still young and can attempt just about anything. My body, on the other hand, is starting to argue a bit and take on the voice of reason. When I look longingly at my rollerblades, my mind says, "Go ahead! You've got this!" My body reminds me that it might not end well if I took a tumble! My kids just about forbid it!

As we age, there really is nothing we can't try. It is just that the physical activities might come with a price we are not willing to pay.
For example, if I chose to ski down a Black Diamond, I might make it, but I just might break a hip. Am I willing to risk that? Probably not!

On the other hand, the older I get, the more enticing nature, family and learning become. To walk in the woods or bike down a path can be an amazing adventure. Add family and you have just made the pot richer. As for learning, wisdom finds most of us one way or another. I believe I will choose to gain more of that elusive gift by listening with my heart instead of learning by my mistakes.

Just ask our Harmonica Friend or Lilly. Life isn't necessarily about speed, risk or thrills. Eventually, the real connection to being young is in the memories and the heart. That will always keep you young!!!