Well, I'm only 5 days away from making it to my 46th birthday, hint, hint (I wear a medium, like green and never have enough gadgets). I've really tried to stay in shape since I now have to keep up with five and six year old active girls.

I workout every day doing an aerobic exercise 7 days a week and lifting weights 3 days a week. I'm actually stronger and in better shape than I was in my twenties. I've also taken up playing tennis and play a couple of times a week. I know that even the most fit individuals have no guarantees in life but I'm hoping an active lifestyle will keep me young.

Nearing this birthday has opened the door to that monumental birthday of turning 50! My oldest daughter asked how old I was going to be and when I told her 46, she exclaimed, "That's almost fifty!"

Events this week also reminded me that if we're getting older, our parents are getting even older. I've had several close friends lose parents recently and also know of several in the hospital. My own mom ended up in "urgent" surgery this weekend which makes this her third major surgery in the past few years. Having a parent in the hospital is an eye opener and should shed some light on how important it is to stay fit and healthy.

My daughters "Granny" is doing well and should be out of the hospital soon. She's only 68 and will have many years to spend watching her grand-kids. My hot wife's grandmother is now into her 100's and will be 102 or 103 in January! That's staying power!

My advice is to stay active, take care of yourself and strive to see your grand-kids. Since my daughters will not be getting married until they are 35 I know I will not be seeing grand babies until I'm in my late 70's.

My wish is that my daughters will stay fit and teach their kids to be fit. We're all getting older but with a little mind control we can be as young as we want to be. I've locked in on about 32 years old with a splash of 22 here and there. The calendar will say 46 but I won't be listening.

Labels: Getting Old, Parenting