Oh Crap, I Missed Senior Citizens Day!

Crow’s Feet Writing Prompt #13

Am I a senior citizen?

World Senior Citizen’s Day was August 21. The original National Senior Citizens Day was signed into law by Ronald Regan. At the time the media portrayed him as a doddering old codger of 69 when he was elected. The current office holder turned 78 one month after being elected.

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“The longer I live, the more beautiful life becomes.” (Frank Lloyd Wright) Non-fiction pieces, personal essays and occasional poems that explore how we feel about how we age and offer tips for getting the most out of life.

Oh Crap, I Missed Senior Citizens Day!

Am I a senior citizen?

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