Classical Music, writing, and enjoying quiet time.

I do so enjoy my quiet time. I come to my desk, sit down and relax to classical music for inspiration.

I think alot lately about aging. I am 70 and I watch friends slow down, lose their memories, and ability to be active.

I have had a bad back and arthritis for more years than I like to admit. At times, these conditions limit my ability to walk, use my hands or sleep the entire night. I am now cautious of ice, snow, bad weather in general. It is such a gift to be retired and I can afford to spend time at my desk and enjoy my good company.

We still are active travelers in Europe, Canada, and around New England. Art heads our list of favorite stops along our journey. Food and beer are high up on our list also. Foody tours of Portland, Portsmouth and Western Mass. fondly float in my memories.

We still bird on Plum Island and watch our birds from our deck. What a delight to live in such a beautiful, calm area of the world.

I am not sure what I will be doing at 80. How will I fare the aging process to the next step of this journey.

One thing I know for sure. I will have get joy everyday looking at nature, hearing the quiet, and being a joy to be around.