Yep. That's us. We've officially passed the half way mark which means we've accumulated a fair bit of life experience. We've lived through our own ups and downs. We've had our own struggles and victories. We've got some things to share!
I have a friend who posts about Grandmothers Groups from time to time. So I thought I'd find out what they're about. As it turns out, elders here are supporting African elders who are looking after the nation's children who have been affected by HIV/AIDS. (Thank you, Stephen Lewis, for your amazing work.)
This is where I got to thinking about being an elder and what that might mean. I don't feel like an elder. My mom is still living. She's a true elder. But I also have a responsibility to help the younger set where I can. Heading into the second half, I hope to help, role-model and inspire in my own small way. I have a few things to share.
"Who'll be my role model, now that my role model is gone?" (Paul Simon)