Worked at the greenhouse for an hour before my back/hip seized up. Managed to move a load of sod and dirt. Looks like I won't be back to the greenhouse until Thursday - had planned to abstain tomorrow anyway due to the snow in the forecast.
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Monumental birthday coming up tomorrow. A lady I know is getting really old! (Don't tell her I said that.)
I don't remember if I've shared the following with you before (an age issue of my own) but I think it's an appropriate time.
I’M A LUCKY MAN
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To
have been born in Canada, a free, democratic, resource rich country
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To
have not faced discrimination and hatred based on race, colour or creed
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To
have food, housing, transportation and health care as givens
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To
have been born to parents who were loving, hardworking, honest and responsible
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To
have been raised to believe in fair play, honesty, hard work, accountability,
achievement
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To
have been offered employment at Dofasco after my father’s death and be given
the opportunity to progress through hard work and dedication despite lacking a
formal university degree
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To
have good friends to trust and rely upon
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To
be loved by my children and grandchildren
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To
have found Mardi after my marriage ended
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To
be able to be physically active at my “advanced” age
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To
have enough financial resources to enjoy my retirement, whether golfing,
travelling, working or just relaxing
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Although
I awake to discomfort every morning, I relish each day.
I I thank my lucky stars that both Mardi and I both knew Ed Strecker and that, when he asked me to support his daughter's autism dance and I told him that my marriage had ended, he suggested that I call Mardi. It's been seventeen years of "wedded" bliss. Thanks Ed.
TTHANKS MARDI! Love you! We'll celebrate tomorrow.
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