Boomers and Valentines Day

15th February, 2011 - Posted by gaylecarson - No Comments

Yesterday was Valentine’s Day and I spent it with my kids, granddaughter and great grandson.  We went out to dinner and it was wonderful to see all the families that were there with their younger and older relatives (many in wheelchairs).  Reminded me of how much my Mom loved going out to dinner no matter how difficult it was.

Of course, I wished all my animals a Happy Valentine’s Day as well, as they are the ones who keep me company all the time.  Boomers are interesting folk because they are sandwiched between young and old and seem to be the peacekeepers and managers of both.  It always amazes me when someone introduces their son or daughter and they’re in their 60′s or 70′s (which used to be old) and now they are still “kids” to their moms and dads.

I am also enjoying the olympics.  Although I’m not a huge sports fan, I love watching them because of the quality, integrity, enthusiasm, dedication and spirit of the athletes.  The discipline these athletes have will take them into everything they do in their future lives.  They will always be successful because of their approach to life.  They don’t take anything for granted and work hours, months and years for their few seconds or minutes of fame.

And they are humble.  When they win, they are thrilled, and when a teammate wins, they are thrilled.  Wouldn’t it be nice if everyone was like that?