Today, in considering what I'd like to write about, I found this paper I had written on October 4, 2011, two days before I turned 77. I believe I wrote it for my grandchildren. About Life: 'IT IS WHAT IT IS, AND WE'LL DEAL WITH IT!' Money isn't the most important thing in life -- people are . Use money for wise things. Live within the money you have and save for emergencies. Thank people who have helped you. Be appreciative and grateful for parents, family, friends. Spend time with your family whenever you can, as those days will be gone soon. Remember family birthdays, Father's and Mother's day, etc. -- Call or visit, write, also grandparents -- and friends. If they forget your birthday, etc., call them -- don't brood over it, feeling sorry and resentful. Don't hold grudges -- and when a person has truly changed, don't bring up their past -- forget it! Develop your talents. Some people en
