I have a more rewarding life now than I did twenty five years
ago. I am happier and more fulfilled. The things that I
miss most are superficial. I mourn the loss of thick hair
and more pleasing looks. I hate losing hair everytime I
comb it and the mirror is no longer my friend.

On the other hand, as we near the end of our lives, life
becomes sweeter. We cherish the good times and happy memories. Friends are dearer to us and really the only lasting wealth that we have. Our extended family is interesting. Grandchildren and their decisions and their
lives fascinate me.

I would advise them all to enjoy being young and having
boundless energy. I used to take that for granted.

Enjoy your children without endless demands for perfection.
They can't all graduate with honors and they are individuals
with unique qualities. Learn to appreciate the differences.
Everyone has a story and everyone needs to tell it in their
own time and their own way.

Several times I have heard that happiness is not a goal.
It is for me and always has been. Is the accumulation of
wealth a more worthy one? Few will ever become famous and
I am not aware that fame brings happiness. Prestige and
power seem empty to me and often bring tragedy in their
wake. I think the answer is just to be the best person that
you can be, to help others in every way you can and to learn
to enjoy the moment whenever you can.