Posted on 12/17/2011 6:59:15 PM PST by mkmensinger
People who have spent time with him recently say they found him weaker than they'd ever seen him, seemingly too tired to engage with what they were saying. He no longer meets individually with visiting bishops. A few weeks ago he started using a moving platform to spare him the long walk down St. Peter's Basilica.
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Well, Pope Benedict XVI is 84 now ...
Well, he WAS 80 when he became pope, not 58 like the Polish pope. Everyone looks tired at 80, even MORE tired at 85. They look tired when they get up in the morning.
Geeeeez.
“Everyone looks tired at 80, even MORE tired at 85.”
Good point. Although I know a couple of active 80 year olds who would disagree.
I’m married to an 84 year old, who still is actively practicing law, and was out chopping wood today. But if you can reach the 80s, you are entitled to be a little tired if you wish.
I’m 64 and have one more year in law school. Curious about what kind of law your spouse practices. I figured I’d have 25 to 30 years of hopefully fulfilling practice.
They are the Jack LaLainnes of your life. Enjoy them.
I know several 60+ folks who act like they are 95 and looke like they are 105! SHAME ON ME!! :O)
Go figure.
Endtimes are rapidly approaching.
shalom b'SHEM Yah'shua HaMashiach
Good grief, remember all the doomsday articles about Pope John Paul II?
Just a repeat of a very old pattern. Pun not intended.....I’m talking about media here.
The “end times” could be the start of something new. Doesn’t have to be diaster.
We could all use a fresh start
We could all use a fresh start
You might want to read Daniel & Revelation.
shalom b'SHEM Yah'shua HaMashiach
Wow! Both very inspiring posts! Thank you. And I thought I was too old starting so many cool new hobbies and aspirations last year at 44 (which by the way I have stuck with with commitment and passion. Now I will think of both your posts. Fantastic and thank you both for honoring that life is LIFE and not a timetable. (mkmensinger I am thinking of your spouse you posted about.)
Even German Shepherds get older after a while.
He is a defensive trial lawyer. His Mother always said he represents the bad guys! Not so, but some think that way I guess. At any rate it is interesting. I’m happy he is still actively involved. His mind is as acute as ever. Sharp as a tack!
I meant to add — stay with it. So many jokes about lawyers, but they ARE needed! Whatever field you choose, there is space for you.
You might want to read Matthew and Mark.
“I can’t help thinking about St Malachi.”
YEP!
Malachi reminds me of Nostradamus: makes sense looking back, not looking forward.
Whatever actually happens is then discovered in the “prediction” and backdated in.
Hooey.
:)
A man that age should be sitting in his yard watching his tomato plants grow.
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