Age Gracefully

     As I grow older, I realize how important remaining active is.  Exercise, taking small or large trips, hanging out with family and friends--all play a big role in how well we can live out our golden years.  As I mentioned before, you have to exercise your  mind too.  Read a book, read the newspaper, work some puzzles, take a class--any of these things can contribute to your cognitive well-being.
     Things happen in life that may make aging complex.  Health issues, divorce, financial woes, family problems all contribute to life becoming difficult.  How you face your problems, your attitude,your drive and your support system,  are all part of the battle to conquer those problems and live well.  Life keeps moving, you have to move with it.
     You really do need to keep moving.  A walk, a bike ride, some stretching, or just kicking some water on the beach are all positive steps toward aging gracefully.  Of course, you may need to take some ibuprofen for inflammation, that is natural.  Joints age, muscles ache and that is just a part of growing old.  Keep walking, keep laughing and keep being social.  You will age better for it, I promise.

Don't stop playing.