I recently had a doctor’s visit and after reading the notes saw “solar purpura” referring to my arms. I was incensed! How dare he assume my bruises were from being 73 and in the sun all of my life! Before I called the doctor and responded to this rude comment I got to thinking. I’ve had these “ bruises” for the last year and nothing I have done has helped. I’ve suddenly realized that I may have been ignoring the fact that as the years have gone by my body has changed. I guess the really difficult part of maturing is accepting the changes. My mind thinks I’m still in my 40s but my body acts as if I’m 100. It’s time to reevaluate everything that I do. For instance, if I want a citrus tree in my yard I’d better buy a tree rather than plant a seed. You just have to find something that makes you laugh out loud every day. Got to go, I’m painting my front door bright red. Wish me luck I don’t fall off the step stool!