How is it possible that I’ve never seen an episode of The Dick Van Dyke show? ‘Cause right now it’s at the top of my must-watch list based on how much I love this man after reading his book, Keep Moving.
And it isn’t even his memoir! It’s literally just tips about how he continues to live a good life after 65. Best parts ahead!
“These are Baby Boomers, the generation who screamed, “Hope I die before I get old.” That line should be rewritten, “Hope I die before I feel old.” That is the crux of the matter.”
“As you get older, you relax. You exhale. You quit worrying. You shake your head with an accepting disbelief as family members and friends disappear like photos in a yearbook, leaving empty spaces where there used to be familiar faces, and occasionally you wonder when it will be your turn and what that will be like. You go for a walk - not to get from point A to point B but just because you want to feel the warm sun on your skin and enjoy fresh air. You open your eyes in the morning with surprise and delight that you’re still here. You realize you’re playing with house money. You are ahead of the game. You eat whatever you want. You do what you like. You smile at strangers. You wave, “Have a nice day.” And if you don’t do that stuff, you should.”
“Do not forget to try new things - even a new flavor of ice cream will do.”
“It’s time people got over the jokes, the fears, and the discrimination. Old age isn’t catchy. I understand the media is obsessed with youth. Fine. But there isn’t anything wrong with getting older. It happens. It’s healthy. And it is a reality - our reality. As the ranks of seniors and elderly grow, we should think of it as the new normal - a desirable new normal that does away with ageism and commands respect. How does this happen? I think we may need a revolution. We have gone through the Women’s Movement, the Civil Rights Movement, and the Gay Rights Movement. Why not the Gray Rights Movement?”
“As the instigator of the Grey Revolution, I suggest ignoring the anti-aging tips that are so prevalent in the media and search for pro-aging tips.”
Of course he loves Halloween, why do only great people love this holiday so much, I can’t explain it.
“I have never heard of an ailment for which there was not a medicine. It is almost un-American.” - Hahahahah, love this.
“For me, life has always been about accepting responsibility for the well-being and happiness of the people I love.”
Such a great read. Love this man.