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appointment with her doctor, and afterward he scheduled a variety of tests to see what was going on. Two weeks later she returned to his office to review the results.
    Doctor Ames studied her file. “How old are you?”
    â€œEighty,” Sally said proudly. “In case you don’t know, I’m a dedicated and involved grandmother. I lead an active life, including holding a part-time job. In fact, I’ve held my position as a receptionist for the last 30 years.”
    The doctor looked at her again—more intently this time. “How old did you say you are?”
    â€œEighty.” She winked. “I hope you find that hard to believe.”
    â€œI do find it hard. You don’t look 80. You look amazing—I mean, you look very healthy.”
    Sally smiled. “Well, being 80 is a new experience. I’ve only been this age for a few days.”
    Doctor Ames chuckled and closed Sally’s file. “I’m happy to report there is no cause for alarm. You don’t have anything to worry about. Aches and pains are age-related and, as you said, ‘Being 80 is a new experience.’ Happy belated birthday. Come see me again in six months, and we’ll see how you’re doing with being 80.”
    Today’s Thoughts
    Life will be brighter than noonday, and darkness will become like morning.
    J OB 11:17
    Thank you, Lord, that even in the late years of my life I can triumph over darkness with the light of your love and grace.

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    Not So Easy
    Lucille pulled up to the curb in front of Janet’s house. It had become their custom to go to church together each Sunday morning. Lucille admired her friend’s stamina at age 79. She thought Janet had managed to hang on to her looks, as well. Janet had a lovely complexion, sparkling blue eyes, and a crown of softly curled white hair. In addition, she dressed appropriately for her age. She knew just what parts of her body to conceal and which ones to reveal, which were fewer with each advancing year, as she often admitted.
    This particular morning Janet walked out of her home and down the three porch steps on her way to Lucille’s car. Lucille noticed how especially pretty Janet appeared in a light-blue pantsuit that matched the color of her eyes. Her fingernails were beautifully manicured as well.
    As Janet slid into the passenger seat, Lucille took the opportunity to compliment her friend. “You look absolutely stunning today,” she said cheerily.
    â€œThanks,” Janet replied. “It’s not so easy anymore.”
    â€œWell you make it look easy.” With that Lucille pulled into the street. The two friends chuckled a lot as they talked about the effort it took to keep up appearances when their bodies did everything they could to give the women a hard time.
    â€œWe just have to fight back,” said Lucille.
    â€œI’m with you.” Janet pulled out a coupon she’d received froma local spa—a two-for-one price for an entire day’s indulgence, including a massage, a facial, and time in the sauna.
    The women gave each other high fives and agreed to sign up the very next day.
    Today’s Thoughts
    Walk in obedience to all that the L ORD your God has commanded you, so that you may live and prosper and prolong your days.
    D EUTERONOMY 5:33
    Dear God, I welcome the coming years regardless of what they bring because through it all you lead the way.

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    What Day Is It?
    Chuck was convinced he was getting old. No question about it. Half the time lately he didn’t know what day it was. Monday to Friday seemed to race by with no particular difference between one day and the next.
    When he’d been a workingman, it was easy to know which day was which. Mondays were laundry days at his house. His wife, Grace, had the washing machine and dryer spinning all day and part of the evening.
    Tuesdays were his lunch dates with the guys in his shop.
    On Wednesdays Chuck and Grace hosted an