So I turned 66 in December. Turned. What an interesting way of describing an advancement in age. I’m still the same, but I turned. I didn’t pirouette, or do the hokey-pokey, or turn into something else…just turned! Hmmm

Moving on…I love my age. I still feel like a wild and wacky girl inside, but with a lot more wisdom. I’ve learned to take life one moment at a time. Time to breathe, to contemplate, to take long walks, to be more conscious of what I take into my body, drink lots of water…to just be. My biggest advice for you is to stay connected with like minded people. Women spend time with other women, and the same for the men.  My hubby and I will be celebrating 45 years of marriage. We’ve been traveling to the Big Island, Kauai, and visiting friends and family in Florida. We love our precious moments with our granddaughter who is the light of our lives. Our children live close by, and they still like us, which is a bonus. We’re blessed. More travel is in our future, but we’re looking to go to some more exotic places. Not sure where that is yet, but it will come.

We lost some friends who passed on over the last few years, and some who experienced strokes.  Life is surely precious and we’re feeling the aging process in our bodies with some aches and pains. Tomorrow is a mystery. There might not even be a tomorrow. So for today, in this moment is where I live. There is only now, and I’ve chosen to be happy, keep my body moving, be compassionate, loving, stay connected with community, and have as much fun as possible!!

My share…Don’t wait for anything. Tell the people in your life what they need to know before you die. Don’t be afraid of the consequences. Speak your truth. Stay connected. Be the light, even if you don’t feel like it. Someone else might need to bask in it. Dance, sing, listen to music. You can fake it until you make it! Give a smile out…they’re free. Love yourself, and don’t give in to your “monkey mind”.  It’ll want to play tricks on you. Just say “thank you”, and move on to the next thought. Life is short…seize the day!! Peace & Love, Michelle