So, I’m fifty-seven.

I've been here awhile, and written a few things, and read certain columnist, followed(ing)a few feuds and wondered what an old golfer could add when it occurred to me that as an initial member of the baby boomers, having attained retirement, perhaps I had something to say about that.

I've come to realize that:

1. No matter your career, anymore, it's time to do what YOU do at your best (no excuses allowed).

2. Make a good home; it's lonely living at, say, the YMCA.

3. Don't get too focused on one thing; try several at the same time.

4. Watch out for bad habits, they worsen (see #2).

5. See the good things in life. Don't ignore bad things, BUT see the good things in life.

and last for now,

As Jack Pallance said, "Getting old(er) isn't for sissies.