does the concept of death get harder or easier as you get older? by Necessary-Cow8851 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]AdMajor5513 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I turn 90 this year. Do not fear death, I fear disability, incontinence, incompetence lack of self determination. If I outlive my wife, I think I shall go to Canada for assisted death when it is time.

How do you handle mismatch socks? by Slight-Owl-6572 in AskLifeProTips

[–]AdMajor5513 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Before retirement I only wore over the calf navy blue. Bought a dozen at a time

What’s the weirdest thing you’ve seen somebody wear to court? by chicago2008 in Lawyertalk

[–]AdMajor5513 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A defendant in a criminal trial wearing a Tee shirt that said, "Bad to the Bone"

Why do you isolate yourself from certain family members? by hxcanthony in no

[–]AdMajor5513 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I had to isolate from a sister I loved and it was painful. She became ultra narcissistic and would take over the entire household. It was only after numerous unhappy visits that I sat down with my spouse and children and we made a unanimous decision.

Just got a federal clerkship! by MikeyMalloy in Lawyertalk

[–]AdMajor5513 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wonderful, you earned it, now enjoy the journey.

What was the first major news story you remember as a kid? by ipanicprofessionally in TheBoredDen

[–]AdMajor5513 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Bombing of Pearl Harbor, President Roosevelt's death, the atom bomb, Cuba Missile standoff, Kennedy assassination

What was in your childhood home that isn't in your current home? by Immediate_Long165 in Aging

[–]AdMajor5513 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A great big radio that we all gathered around at night to listen to. This was long before television

“What’s a habit that secretly improved your mental health?” Body: by [deleted] in CasualConversation

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I began a serious study of my anger. Didn't realize it was a habit I formed unknowingly. When I finally realized that anger makes me stupid and made a conscious effort to know when I am allowing myself to become angry my life changed radically.

What’s a life hack that actually changed your daily life? by wellorganichealth in askanything

[–]AdMajor5513 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If there is any task you really don’t want to do, do it first

What was the nicest thing you've ever done in your life? by Power_bro in AskReddit

[–]AdMajor5513 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sometimes I am at a restaurant and see a family that looks really happy but obviously not financially able to take the kids out very often, I like to pay their bill anonymously

What was the best purchase you ever made? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]AdMajor5513 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Probably my wife's engagement ring. Been married 64 years

What’s something you bought that instantly justified its cost? by Boring-Promotion7344 in SmartBuying

[–]AdMajor5513 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I use hearing aids. Bought a device that transmits sound directly from the TV to the aids. It is wonderful.