Didn't you mention there might be a problem? If this is too personal just ignore me.....kirk

-- Anonymous, November 13, 2003

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Hiya Kirk!

I've been so busy! Haven't been to BTS for a few (?!) days. Sorry I haven't answered your question. You are a sweetie! Naw, not too personal...we is buddies!

Well, I suppose I could say that there is a problem with my eyes...I have been diagnosed with early cataracts. But hey, since so many other folks get them, I think I'm just joining some kind of Boomer Vision Club (or Non-Vision Club?!). Lately, I've also found out that I have beginning osteoarthritis. The combination of bad eyes and bad joints sounds pretty daunting to a medical transcriptionist (can't see, can't type!) But you know what? I think the only problems that I really have are MENTAL. With the right attitude, I think I can navigate through most of this aging stuff! As my mom (age 80 with 2 surgeries this year alone, not to mention the previous years) said to me this very day (as she's grimacing while getting tons of sutures removed from her hand), "It's not easy getting old." Sheesh... I'm a rookie at 51! No whining for me...

How're *you* feeling these days?

btw, I loved your post about listening to the old radio stuff by the fireside!

-- Anonymous, November 18, 2003

hi Sheepish!! Your mom reminds me of my aunt. Before she died I asked her how she kept such a great attitude with all her health problems. she sayed," oh honey... you just get used to it thats all". Myself I like to whine! Ha! I have the arthritis. My hands are frozen when I get up in the morning. I make my coffee with my elbows. Whine whine!! Hey I could give you whining lessons??.....Kirk

-- Anonymous, November 19, 2003

Maybe not whining lessons, but I'd LOVE to know how you make coffee with your elbows!!! LOLOLOL! Thanks for your concern and the chuckle!

-- Anonymous, November 19, 2003