Growing Old, Gracefully.
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CONNECTIONS… it’s working!
It’s been a spectacular success. Thousands of people of all ages and backgrounds get together in small groups to discuss a single question. Over several years now, three questions evoke the most lively discussions: 1. Based on your experiences of friendship, what are the two …
Things I wish were in my future (but darn it, I don’t think so)
Always know where my keys, wallet and phone are when I’m late for an engagement. Watch my beloved Wisconsin Badgers basketball team win a national title. Quit thinking I can solve my friends’ problems. Sneak out of the house for a double dip chocolate ice cream cone without …
Gift from Mom
In my junior year of high school, my folks took off on vacation for a week and left the care of our apartment in my capable hands. What responsibility! What opportunity. I called the gang to let them know it was open season at the Kuhl place. Being an entrepreneurial …
After the BUT
Aging has made me a wiser man. I now know how to translate what a friend, spouse or colleague really wants to say to me. I only focus on what comes after the BUT. A few examples: WIFE: “Honey, it’s so nice of you to do the vacuuming around the house, BUT you …
Self-talk aloud
Recently, I’ve been talking out loud to myself. I don’t think I did this in my younger days. If I did, I paid no attention to what I was saying. I probably shouldn’t now. For example, when I see a beautiful sunset, I’ll speak out, “Vern, get your camera.” Well, neither …