Enjoy the ride

This past week was tough. It’s one thing to say goodbye to a grandparent who has lived a long life, it’s a whole other ball of wax to say goodbye to a relative who had several good years left.

A death in the family is a reminder that life is short and we’re not as invincible as we thought. We don’t choose when things end but we do choose how to enjoy the ride, make the most of experiences and savor the memories.

If you’re depressed, get help. If you’re unhappy, make changes. Do whatever you can to avoid looking back on your rocker with a coulda, woulda, shoulda attitude. Sit on the rocker with stories from a life well lived, including the ups and downs, to share instead.

My uncle wasn't on his rocker when he passed but he sure had a great ride.