Comment from country ranch writer

Exceptional

WE CAN'T AVOID GROWING OLD BUT WE CAN DO SOMETHING TO KEEP IT IN CHECK. EATING HEALTHIER,WALKING IF YOU ARE ABLE TO,THERE ARE EXERCISES YOU CAN DO SITTING IN A CHAIR FOR A SLOWER PACE.ALWAYS KEEP YOUR MIND OCCUPIED BY, WRITING, READING, PLAYING CARD OR GAMES ON THE NET. YOUNG OR OLD WE STILL PAY THE TOLL EVERYDAY AND THANK GOD FOR EACH DAY WE ARE ALLOWED TO BE ON THIS EARTH

 Comment Written 26-Oct-2014

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reply by the author on 26-Oct-2014

Thanks so much for your high review and insightful comments! 8-)

reply by country ranch writer on 26-Oct-2014

you are welcome my friend

Comment from vapros

Excellent

This is a fascinating and imaginative post on a problem that lies in wait for us all. Your well-chosen quotes lead us to attempt a more positive attitude. I hope we will learn. Well done.

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 Comment Written 26-Oct-2014

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reply by the author on 26-Oct-2014

Thanks so much for your review and kind comments. I am happy that you enjoyed it. 8-)

Comment from Spitfire

Excellent

What an intense well-written motivational essay. I love the sprinkling of quotes throughout. I find myself doing everything you suggested. Learning something new? I'm taking a class in drawing still-life just using a pencil and learning how to shade areas, create highlights, etc. Sorry I don't have a six for this.

 Comment Written 25-Oct-2014

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reply by the author on 25-Oct-2014

No problem. I am so happy that you liked it and are already challenging yourself with a new hobbie. 8-)

Comment from dmt1967

Excellent

This is so very true, although I don't have a black book lol, Very well written. Good luck in the contest and thank you for sharing

 Comment Written 25-Oct-2014

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reply by the author on 25-Oct-2014

Thank you for your kind review. 8-)

Comment from tfawcus

Excellent

Such sage advice here for the aged! Not bad for some of the youngsters, too! What a fine recipe you write with Alrich's words, "to be hopeful, kindly, cheerful, reverent". I enjoyed reading this. It inspires me to exercise my mind with some more writing of my own! LOL

 Comment Written 25-Oct-2014

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reply by the author on 25-Oct-2014

Good for you and thanks so much for reviewing! 8-)

Comment from barbara.wilkey

Excellent

I really enjoyed reading this contest entry. I am 60 and my next birthday is just around the corner. I still teach first grade and am grateful that my 6 year olds keep me young. Good luck with the contest.

 Comment Written 25-Oct-2014

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reply by the author on 25-Oct-2014

Thanks for your review and Kudos to you for teaching first graders...that will definitely keep you moving. 8-)

Comment from Adri7enne

Excellent

Good advice, boxergirl. We might have heard it all before, but we can all use a friendly reminder. You've chosen some good quotes to back up your thinking. I agree that growing old, while not always pleasant, can at least be less stressful by staying active.

"Reading is the gateway to knowledge, and we are never TO old to STOP LEARNING." TOO old to learn.??? Isn't this what you really meant to say?

Good luck in the contest, girl.

 Comment Written 25-Oct-2014

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reply by the author on 25-Oct-2014

Thanks for your review and yes Too would be correct. 8-)

Comment from Nuad1

Excellent

This work read like an article out of the AARP monthly magazine: it was information current; relatable; offered an overall upbeat take on the process of aging. The insertion of appropriate quotes from famous folks was a nice touch. I think this a marketable essay.

 Comment Written 25-Oct-2014

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reply by the author on 25-Oct-2014

Wow. Thank you so much for your review and encouraging comments! I appreciate them. 8-)

Comment from jpduck

Excellent

This essay was so well written and beautifully clear. You also have a fine collection of quotations there. I can't find anything that needs 'working on'. I would have given you five stars, but I have run out of my week's supply. Sorry!

 Comment Written 25-Oct-2014

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reply by the author on 25-Oct-2014

Thank you so much for your review. I appreciate your comment about the stars; however, I don't believe there is a limit to number of fives just sixes. It's all good though. 8-)

Comment from James Dooney

Excellent

This is a very good write that you give us here and your given advice will never grow old ! well done with what you have given to us here !

 Comment Written 25-Oct-2014

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reply by the author on 25-Oct-2014

Thanks so much, James! 8-)