The richer, fuller, older life

Once we've reached our late sixties, birthdays take a much different meaning and might not feel as pleasant and welcome as they used to be, but in reality, we are extremely lucky to live in this day and age compared to our elders.

We're surrounded by incredible comfort, convenience, information and plenty of good one, if we just make the effort to look for it, we are stimulated to stay in shape, we have the tools, the standard of living and a much greater social acceptance to continue doing things that once were reserved to younger, active folks.

Besides, we are incredibly wiser and that alone is worth a myriad of wrinkles and lots of white hair while it still hangs out. Barring a debilitating disease or condition, we have the keys to enjoying our golden years and make them fun and productive.

We're so rich and so lucky that we have no choice, but get up in a morning and look forward to filling another day with achievements of all kinds, quality execution and personal satisfaction in mind. Now, happy birthday to whoever adds a notch to their walking stick on the beautiful journey of life!