BookRix

Somerset, MA

I lived in South Korea for nearly a decade when I was young, so I’ve had the
benefit of seeing two societies’ approach to aging, child rearing, work,
ambition and simply quality of life. (I did not realize what a gift it was). I
am now traveling in Europe, reconnecting with my French and German friends
from Korea. Though still young, one lost his mother only last week and another
has lost his agility and strength, and sense of identity as a result. What
keeps them going is family, whether biological, adopted or constructed from
decades of calling, visiting and creating reunions. The specter of poor health
and lack of adequate care is the one universal I’ve observed across three
continents.
Many commenters here aver that wisdom and happiness are luxuries only for
those with a decent retirement and health insurance. I firmly disagree. That
they are reading the NYT and able to write comments suggest they are better
off than most. At the very least, they’ve found connection, community and
intelligence here in this forum.
Even after a bruising fight with my surly teens or querulous parents, I count
myself lucky. Every minute alive presents a choice of possibilities. I don’t
always choose well, but I get to choose again...and again and again.

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San Jose, CA

Bolton is in! The White House has now officially gone full on Looney Tunes.
Imagine that, as if this administration wasn't whacky enough already.

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Music: https://muxiv.com
AV: http://yofuk.com

Best book cant wait til June 1st