One would think that at the ripe ole’ age of 69, one would have figured out a lot about life! It ceases to amaze me how little I know and understand. I continue to learn, and re-learn, hard lessons. For instance, for the most part, I have made the new year’s resolution to lose weight year after year. And yet, here I am, January 2013, going at it again. I want to be healthy. Of course, the huge closet of clothes that don’t fit are crying out for my attention too. Today I am reminded of my self-talk. My close friend, Carolyn, reminded me the other day to not use the term “need” to do something. I “want” or “choose” to…..eat right, exercise, or whatever. A regular email from motivator/trainer/author Chris Witt today mentioned “should”. Yup, there’s a lot I need to do, should do, otta’ do……but this year I will practice choosing and wanting. I have been blessed with a very special husband……………and after 50 years we think we understand one another. He encourages, enlightens, and supports me. But it has taken a long time to get to the relationship we now enjoy. Jim is funny, witty, insightful, and strong. Together we make one true spirit. But we are so, so different.