You are privileged

I was holding the door and greeting folks as they entered church yesterday morning. As one of our younger couples walked up, I said, "Good morning young folks." To which they both replied, "You are one of the young ones too." Trish was standing there with me and said, "We are much older than you think." When Trish told them our ages, they both said that they couldn't believe it, that we looked and acted so much younger. Now, don't forget we are at church, which could explain the nice compliment. Plus, they may have meant that Trish looks much younger, and I act much younger.

So many people worry about growing older and the things that advanced age will bring along. Don't get me wrong, there are those concerns but I don't dwell on them. GOD will not bring me to it without bringing me through it. Growing older is a natural part of living, a natural part of life.

With those thoughts in mind, today's word is an anonymous quote about aging that really resonates with me: "Don't regret growing older, it's a privilege denied to many."

We often worry about growing older and miss the joys of growing older. I will never be twenty-one again, but I can be the best whatever-year-old that I can at whatever age I am. Living a little longer allows us the opportunity to share experiences and joys and memories. Living a little longer allows us opportunity to share with others the knowledge and wisdom that life has taught us along the way. They may not listen but it is why we are here.

Instead of worrying about another gray hair or another wrinkle or another ache or pain, let's enjoy the life GOD has blessed us to live. Will every day be good? No. Will there be ups and downs? Plenty of them. Will there be pain and regret? You bet there will. Will it be worth it all? Absolutely. Long life is not a privilege that all get to enjoy - enjoy it. You are privileged.

Be Blessed,
Mickey T