Today is my Great Uncle Don’s 81st birthday today. Eighty-one years old and still in great shape. He is one hell of a guy. I gave him a call down Florida way this evening to give my wishes. He was telling me about how he feels great and all that he has been up to:
Uncle Don: Oh yeah, I’ve been playing golf, doing some swimming, a little bowling. I’ have been keeping busy.
me: I hate to say it Uncle Don but you are way more active than I am. I get up, go to work, come home and relax on the couch.
Uncle Don: No, no, Brian. I have to keep moving. Otherwise they may start throwing dirt on me!
I got a huge chuckle out of that one but it just makes me think and then I get a little sad. I sure will be crushed when that guy does move on to a better place.
Well, Uncle Don, I raise my drink to you, sir and wish you at least 20 more! Never forget that you are not old but an antique and antiques are treasures. We all love you.
