Age

"We asked someone who has crossed 70 & is heading towards 80
what sort of changes he is feeling in himself?

He said the following:

1. After loving my parents, my siblings, my spouse, my children and my friends, I have now started loving myself.
   
   
2. I have realized that I am not “Atlas”. The world does not rest on my shoulders.
   
   
3. I have stopped bargaining with vegetable & fruit vendors. A few pennies more is not going to break me, but it might help the poor fellow save for his daughter’s school fees.
   
   
4. I leave my waitress a big tip. The extra money might bring a smile to her face. She is toiling much harder for a living than I am.
   
   
5. I stopped telling the elderly that they've already told that story many times. The story makes them walk down memory lane & relive their past.
   
   
6. I have learned not to correct people even when I know they are wrong. The onus of making everyone perfect is not on me. Peace is more precious than perfection.
   
   
7. I give compliments freely & generously. Compliments are a mood enhancer not only for the recipient, but also for me. And a small tip for the recipient of a compliment, never, NEVER turn it down, just say "Thank You.”
   
   
8. I have learned not to bother about a crease or a spot on my shirt. Personality speaks louder than appearances.
   
9. I walk away from people who don't value me. They might not know my worth, but I do.
   
   
10. I remain cool when someone plays dirty to outrun me in the rat race. I am not a rat & neither am I in any race.
    
11. I am learning not to be embarrassed by my emotions. It’s my emotions that make me human.
    
    
12. I have learned that it's better to drop the ego than to break a relationship. My ego will keep me aloof, whereas with relationships, I will never be alone.
    
    
13. I have learned to live each day as if it's the last. After all, it might be the last.
    
    
14. I am doing what makes me happy. I am responsible for my happiness, and I owe it to myself. Happiness is a choice. You can be happy at any time, just choose to be!
    
    

Why do we have to wait to be 60 or 70 or 80,
why can't we practice this at any stage and age?"

Hurricane Information

SAFETY REMINDERS

Anticipated storm conditions can cause substantial damage to homes and businesses, as well as our electrical infrastructure. More importantly, they can also create significant dangers for everyone. Please follow these safety reminders:

• Stay away from downed power lines and electrical wires. DO NOT drive over or stand near downed lines. Remember that power lines can be hidden by debris and floodwaters.
  
  
• Plan for special medical needs. Make sure family and friends with special needs prepare in case of an extended power outage.
  
  
• Have an emergency plan. Think through what you and your family will need to do during an emergency. Stay aware of the latest warnings.
  
  
• Prepare your emergency kit. Gather items you may need during an outage and have them ready in case of an emergency.
  
  
• If rising water threatens your home, or if you evacuate your home, turn off your power at the circuit breaker panel or fuse box.
  
  
• If you have electrical service to facilities (piers, outside lighting on seawalls, etc.) on or near the water, have a qualified electrical contractor de-energize this service to avoid injuries and equipment damage.
  
  

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