Tag Archives: aging

The Best and the Worst of Aging

Posted on February 18, 2013 by jroesler728

We had a 27-year-old guest at our senior adult prayer meeting today and the question was asked, “ What is the best part of growing older and what is the worst?”  Among the answers for the best were, “freedom to … Continue reading →

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Pages or Chapters to Follow

Posted on February 15, 2013 by jroesler728

(Written 02/12/2013) I write this morning in a reflective mood, as this is my 70th birthday. I have never before paid much attention to my age but this year I am strangely aware that this is the number of years … Continue reading →

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Just a Small Cataract

Posted on February 11, 2013 by jroesler728

My eye doctor said I have a very small cataract. “Nothing to worry about now.” I responded by saying, “No, I don’t.” He looked at me with interest. I knew he was wondering why I was questioning his diagnosis. I … Continue reading →

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Confused and Forgetful

Posted on January 21, 2013 by jroesler728

These two words are nightmare terms for us as we age. We try to make them funny. I have a mug that says, “I think I may be confused but maybe I am not.” And then I have a key … Continue reading →

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Irrefutable Indicants of Aging

Posted on March 23, 2012 by jroesler728

I find myself at home with those who may look old to other people but don’t feel old themselves. I find it amusing that people more than 80 years old don’t want to join a Senior group because they don’t … Continue reading →

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One Is Enough for Me!

Posted on January 18, 2012 by jroesler728

I have been noticing that some of our aging men are coming for our large group teaching but leaving before the follow up small group discussion begins. I have wondered why, because these same men seem to do fine if … Continue reading →

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What Keeps It from Falling?

Posted on November 11, 2011 by jroesler728

I am blessed to have a beautiful back yard view from the place where I meet with God in the mornings. I can watch His handiwork as the seasons change. Today as autumn is in its final days and winter is signaling … Continue reading →

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All of a Sudden It Crept Up

Posted on October 12, 2011 by jroesler728

If we are an aging person we have no way to explain the title of this post but it has been our experience. I was reviewing life with a Senior Adult couple in our church lobby recently.  As they told … Continue reading →

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Don’t Miss the Rainbow

Posted on October 3, 2011 by jroesler728

This morning I got a text message from a friend who is traveling. “Went through the most horrendous storm on our way here but got to see a wonderful double rainbow because of it” As I reflect on this past … Continue reading →

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From Significance to Serenity

Posted on May 27, 2011 by jroesler728

Several years ago a popular book subtitled “Changing Your Game Plan from Success to Significance” challenged readers to release the tyranny of success and embrace something of significance. The title, “Half Time,” identified the intended reader. It was like rain … Continue reading →

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