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Best_man23

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10. I like to say this about myself

Reply to 2naSalit (Reply #3)

Mon Nov 13, 2023, 08:01 AM

Nov 2023

When it comes to doing things, the mind is willing, the spirit is willing...

But the body says "wait just a doggone minute here".

I used to love to run, can't do that anymore. I still work on my own cars (former auto technician), but now I not only have to temper my enthusiasm based not just on the tools I have on hand, but what I can physically perform.

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So if 40 is the new 30 and 50 is the new 40. [View all] Duncanpup Nov 2023 OP

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Exactly Duncanpup Nov 2023 #2

I'm here to tell you... 2naSalit Nov 2023 #3

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Puts some wear and tear on a body! 2naSalit Nov 2023 #6

I like to say this about myself Best_man23 Nov 2023 #10

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