I turned 75 today and I realize there are those of you on here who are older. As I was getting dressed today to go out for lunch with Linda, I looked in the mirror at the crepey skin, wrinkles and the turkey neck and thought, whatever happened to that athlete and sturdy build that once was. I can remember flying with my dad at the local airport in Mayfield, Kentucky when I was 12 but cannot remember what I had for breakfast. Many classmates and friends have already left the planet who were younger than me and is some cases, much younger and I have to thank GOD for letting me be here for three quarters of a century.
I know nothing ever stays the same but with the deterioration of morals, values and integrity of our society I worry for my grandchildren and probably think I will be leaving this world at the right time. Who knows what this country will look like in another 50 years at the rate we are going. I am not trying to be pessimistic, just realistic.
I know there is nothing unique about these thoughts, but life is short....very short in relation to time. Our lifespan is just a spark in time. I tried to make the best of it and be the best person I could be but like all humans, often fall short.
I have made many friends on this forum and through the hobby and that will never be a regret.
I want to wish you all the best in 2023 and want you all to know how much I value your friendship although there are many of you I have not had the pleasure of meeting in person but feel we are good friends regardless.
May GOD bless you all now and in the future.
Mike Griffin