"Silly at Sixty: Making Memories and Messes"

Hello dear friends, Life has an extraordinary way of challenging us with unexpected trials, and I find myself on a rollercoaster ride of emotions that I never could have imagined. Recently, I received the heart-wrenching news that my battle with heart failure has entered its terminal stage. The medical team has exhausted all options for surgical and medicinal interventions, and the reality of my situation is sinking in. To add to this, I've also been placed under hospice care with an approximate prognosis of six months to live. These words are not easy to share, and the journey I'm embarking upon is filled with both heartache and resilience. The initial shock left me breathless, and the weight of the news is something I can't fully put into words. It's a unique mix of emotions – the sorrow of what lies ahead, the uncertainty of the coming days, and the determination to make the most of the time that remains. In the midst of this whirlwind, one of the most challenging co...

In a heartbeat, life can take unexpected turns. A recent episode of sudden chest pain, shortness of breath, dizziness, and an astonishing 15-pound water weight gain in less than three days catapulted me into a whirlwind ER visit. While I'm back home now, the experience leaves me grappling with questions.  The ER offered temporary relief through medications, but the underlying issue persists. The mounting frustration begs the question: what's the next step? Is the cycle of uncertainty and temporary solutions worth enduring?  As I ponder the path ahead and while the road is unclear, I'm determined to find a way to a path with no more ER visits and just a life of pain free comfort and care, however long that may be. I am getting very, very tired.

Hey there, fellow mischief lovers and photography enthusiasts! Today, we're diving into the wonderfully wacky world of an almost-60-year-old man who has mastered the art of doing nothing while juggling an unconventional breakfast routine, lazy photography habits, and a surprising new passion for power napping.  Buckle up, because this is one rollercoaster of a ride! Breakfast of (Lazy) Champions Forget the traditional morning spread; I start my day with a rebel's breakfast – Gatorade! Who needs cereal when you can have a blast of electrolytes to kickstart your day? My meds may scoff at the lack of toast and eggs, but I'm a firm believer in marching to the beat of my own drum. Breakfast is overrated anyway, right? Backyard Photography, the Ultimate Adventure If you ever find yourself wondering what kind of amazing photographs a man with no schedule and no one to answer to might take, you'd be surprised! My photographic adventures center exclusively around my backyard – a...

I'm thrilled to embark on this new blogging adventure with you, where we'll laugh, reminisce, and embrace the joyful chaos that life at sixty brings. You might wonder why "Silly at Sixty"? Well, as I turn the grand age of sixty, I've come to realize that life is too short to take seriously all the time. Through this blog, I aim to celebrate the moments that leave us in stitches, the mishaps that remind us we're only human, and the memories that we'll cherish for a lifetime. Now, I must admit, I'm not your average sexagenarian. My life has been filled with twists and turns, and I've faced my fair share of challenges. At sixty, I proudly wear my badge of resilience, having navigated the journey with a medical disability that taught me life's true meaning. But let me tell you, there's never a dull moment, and my trusty camera is always ready to capture the most hilarious and heartwarming moments. Through this blog, I'll share snippets ...