Good Afternoon..

Good afternoon, family & friends.

Today I am 65, but honestly, I don't feel a day over 64.

I'm in a good place. I didn't accomplish all that I set out to do way back when but I have done some things that I am proud of and, most importantly, I have a family that loves me and I have good friends, anything above that is icing on the cake.

I have had victories in my life and I have had defeats. I'm still standing and I'm still punching.

If I have learned anything over the years it is this: learn to forgive, and just as important, learn to forget. Show mercy and charity on those that might be weaker or have less than you. Don't hate the haters, pity them.

Take the good with the bad and don't blame anyone for your own bad decisions.

Love like there's no tomorrow because one day there will be no tomorrow. Tell your kids and grandkids you love them. They need to hear it at any age.

Forgive yourself for your mistakes and get on with life and be happy.

Get yourself a dog! (Trust me on that one)

It's okay to get knocked down but make sure you beat the 10 count. Never quit!

Save your money!

My gift to myself and my family this year is a colonoscopy. I'm fasting today for tomorrow's fun event. No cake & ice cream, green Chile burritos, etc. 😭

For any and all success in my life; my family, my friends, my career and all the hard lessons that I learned, I give all glory to God!