Dearest Reader,

Recently, I had an epiphany:  I am 60 years old and have about 10-20 active years left, if I'm lucky.  This is not a lot of time, and I have this new urgency regarding living my remaining years well.  But, how does one pursue a life well-lived?  I do not have a great love and, most likely, will not have grandchildren. These would have been worthy recipients of my time and resources,  but I have neither.  So, what does one do?    I have started reading books, googling ancient wisdom, and talking with friends.  Everyone has their own interpretation but I've learned some fundamental truths.  A Life Well-Lived is: 
 

• leaving the planet, a better place than you found it
• building strong, profound relationships with others
• creating 
• exploring the world and soaking it up
• being open
• developing a spiritual connection 
• learning
• generosity and giving back
• kindness
• not wasting time
• taking care of oneself
• music, art, and books
• conserving the planet's resources
• ​laughter (Thanks Peggy!)
  

I realize this is a short list, and there is much more.   In this blog, I plan to pursue a Life Well-Lived and share my realizations with you.  I am hoping you will contribute your own insights and together we can seek this lofty goal because as Erwin McManus said, "A life well-lived is the most exquisite work of art." 

Looking forward to taking this journey with you!

Love,
M.J.