I Wrinkles

"Years may wrinkle the skin, but to give up interest wrinkles the soul." Anon.

That is the thing many people do-----they can't seem to find interest in anything as they grow older.  Why?  It seems to me there are so many things of interest that as one author stated, "Enjoy life, this is not a dress rehearsal." 

If you are physically able there is no end to the adventures you can have every day.  Go to an art museum, a library, a movie, or visit a person who is home-bound.  One thing I loved to do when I walked a lot was to go where children would be playing, like a park, a playground or just a neighborhood where there were lots of kids and i would toss a penny here and there. (I saved all those pennies I got in change until I had quite a few.)  There is nothing more rewarding than to see a small child find a treasure.  Their interest is piqued by such small things.

I love to hear the birds singing every morning.  I really don't know much about them and I think it may be one of the next things I look into.  Especially their songs.  I'm sure there is something about the music of these  little creatures that is available.

Computers have made life interesting also.  You can find out about anything in the world you are interested in.  You can go to You tube and get videos of art work or music by your favorite artists.  Even if you have trouble getting around, there are a million things of interest on the good old Internet.

Also, there are many programs for seniors.  I attend art and writing classes, but there are also exercise classes, health programs, etc. 

And of course there are books.  I am an avid reader and I travel the world in the books I read sitting in the comfort of my own home.  Also there are TV programs to suit just about any taste. 

I am also interested in people.  Making friends and learning their history is a joy. There are so many different life styles, habits and problems that each person has and I feel that often we can help each other live a happier life. I thoroughly  enjoy my friends and am thankful for each and every one.

Religion can also create a place of interest.  A place to find God, to worship and to find friends.  Being active in even a small way can also be a source of interest and joy as  we grow older (and wiser) couldn't resist that.

I can tell it is time for me to turn in for the night.

Until next time
Be Kind to One Another