Great thoughts Lindy. I like to approach life with that positive attitude also...I do think it makes a difference. I'm 60, larc is 61.
There are many bonafide clinical research studies that confirm that an individual's approach to the senior years... staying active, regular exercising, healthy diet and engaging in 'thinking' type pursuits, or even 'helping' endeavors such as community or charity work, do, in fact, contribute to longevity.
Certainly, genetics plays a part too, but we have the opportunity to take some control, and do so many positive things to enhance our lives physically and emotionally.
'Seniors' are the fastest growing segment of our society number-wise, and there are many web sites devoted to this topic.
I participate on a couple of discussion boards relating to aspects of aging, and also receive several e-mail newsletters about creative ways to deal with aging.
Once I got over the 'shock' of turning the big 60, I decided to take that measure of control and do whatever possible to enhance the years left to me.
No 'age' is without problems. And frankly I don't belive I would 'choose' to be in my 20s-30s again. Those were the struggling, uncertain years. I just acknowledge where I'm at now, and do all I can to live my life to the fullest.
Once again, Ken, Happy Birthday and
Carpe Diem! (((Hugs)))