I’m loving being a senior citizen. I checked a videotape out of our city library and was told it was due on Friday. However, I happen to know that senior citizens don’t have to pay library fines. They don’t think we can remember to bring stuff back. So I’ll take it back whenever. I get my drink free at Taco Bell. That’s a real bargain. Last night while stacking chairs our conference president came over and offered to help me pick up a chair. Hey, he’s no spring chicken either. Then yesterday when I entered a barber shop the barber said to me, “What can I do for you?” “What?” I thought, “This is a barbershop. Why would I come in here? Do I need a lobotomy?” Last week, a teen passed me on the sidewalk and said, “Hi, Pops.” Yeah, I like this stage of life. I think I will revert to my childhood and start stating my age in fractions. “I am 69 and three quarters.” I told someone today I was 70 just for the fun of seeing their expression. They were shocked because I really look 80.
Even though I totally believe heaven is waiting for me I am in no hurry to check out of here. There is too much fun going on. I don’t want to miss what’s coming next. Just look at all the electronic gadgets we get to play with. Next year I’m getting a robot to be my valet.
Jesus wants us to experience the abundant life. He told us that is why He came. He is interested in our future but He is also interested in our todays. See John 10:10.
Written by Roger Bothwell on December 15, 2011
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