Congratulations, mouske -- that is quite an accomplishment! Many happy returns!
Thank you for the anniversary greeting. We are surprised and humbled by the kind responses we are receiving from the Free Republic community.
We had a very nice day. First a stop at a coin shop to buy the last coin we needed to complete our collection of Mercury dimes; then a visit to one of the local antique shops where we bought a couple of items that we “couldn’t live without” and don’t know what we’ll do with them; then a stop at a Chili’s restaurant, my first ever visit, for a late lunch. It was a good call - the food was delicious.
That evening as I watched TV, I became aware of a sense of contentment with life that had come over me. I’m still feeling it today. I like it. I hope it lasts a good long time.
I read your fine collection of quotes on your “About” page. It was enjoyable to read them. Thank you for sharing.