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    Growing Old for the Fun of It

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    a stressed out dog with his chin on the floor, growing older, aging

    I often say “I am growing old for the fun of it,” but the other day I stumbled stepping off a curb and I an image of myself…

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    Ardis Mayo
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    What holds you back from living a full life?

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    What is it that holds us back from living the fullest life possible as we age? Most of life is about moving forward, achieving, acquiring and growing.

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    Dekker Answers People Questions

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    Welcome to Dekker’s page of puppy-dog wisdom for humans who have questions. Better than a therapist, Dekker is always faithful in The Reflective Pen to hear you ...

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