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Something(s) I’m doing to stay sharp forever:
# Response Date Comment
1. Sat, 4/14/07 8:56 PM Hey, I live in Cambridge which oozes activities. I take classes in acting, contemporary issues, and race (not the marathon) problems. I read voraciously and do crossword puzzles. We attend movies, plays and concerts. I volunteer one day a week doing office duties for a chamber orchestra. We spend lots of time with young friends who are interested in EVERYTHING.
2. Mon, 4/16/07 7:29 PM Red Cross courses. Writing. Reading. Doing the scrambled-word puzzle in the daily newspaper without putting pen or pencil to paper.
3. Mon, 4/16/07 11:55 PM read, take courses, lively conversations with friends, eat well, sleep at least 8 hours every night, see the docs regularly, do real exercise every day---spin, cycle, yoga, lift weights, walk, ski, roller blade,etc.
4. Tue, 4/17/07 12:36 AM Reading and staying as active as possible in business.
5. Tue, 4/17/07 12:39 AM Writing, thinking, Art, Crosswords and other puzzles, computer games, and working part-time at a challenging job.
6. Tue, 4/17/07 12:52 AM French conversation group University retirement learning classes Calligraphy Serve on several boards and committees Rotary membership Volunteer reading at a preschool Docent at two institutions
7. Tue, 4/17/07 1:04 AM Play online chess, provide computer consulting services, read
8. Tue, 4/17/07 1:10 AM Daily walks and puzzles - and continuing to work full time at a new career.
9. Tue, 4/17/07 2:55 AM walking, looking
10. Tue, 4/17/07 3:33 AM Bridge Mahjongg reading and accepting that nothing is forever, but I won't go quietly.....
11. Tue, 4/17/07 11:21 AM Sudoku puzzles, bike riding
12. Tue, 4/17/07 4:03 PM Reading, writing, playing word games. Trying to solve today's New York Times crossword puzzle before tomorrow's comes.
13. Tue, 4/17/07 6:13 PM Reading, staying active with personal contacts,involvement in our church, music
14. Tue, 4/17/07 6:23 PM Daily exercise & long walks
15. Tue, 4/17/07 9:22 PM Tending to the basics, friendships, eating healthy, exercise, good rest, and fun. Hopefully travel when I am able.
16. Tue, 4/17/07 10:47 PM Woodworking - mosaics - hiking - supporting my family - being an advocate in senior care issues
17. Wed, 4/18/07 1:46 AM crossword puzzles
18. Wed, 4/18/07 11:13 AM NOTICING each tiny fern spore case, each new wildflower each spring and summer, the variety of goldenrods and asters in the wild, the brilliance of fall colors - just NOTICING and APPRECIATING
19. Wed, 4/18/07 2:03 PM I will continue to work part time, even when I retire in June from my full time employment as the Director of Guidance. My avocation is photography so I will pusue this further. I also have been taking courses in Pastels. I will continue to travel as long as I am able. My partner and I have many wonderful friends that we socialize with. I listen to books on tape, read and do crossword puzzles.
20. Wed, 4/18/07 5:44 PM Interacting with those around me, learning something new everyday....reading, fancy needlework,digging in the dirt!....
21. Wed, 4/18/07 9:54 PM Staying active mentally and physically
22. Thu, 4/19/07 12:26 AM Keep writing.
23. Thu, 4/19/07 7:45 PM Being interested in world and politics
24. Fri, 4/20/07 3:01 PM exercise, reading , travel, woodworking, active in community
25. Sat, 4/21/07 2:55 AM trying to eat "healthy" & walk every day :-)
26. Sun, 4/22/07 7:44 PM continuing to learn: recorder and scuba, but keeping up with my adult students and writing (I have a book contract)
27. Wed, 4/25/07 5:47 PM exercise
28. Wed, 4/25/07 7:48 PM Crossword puzzles Jigsaw puzzles Reading Needlework Sewing Embroidery Quilting Needlepoint Quilling Knitting
29. Wed, 4/25/07 7:48 PM Sports and exercise Sudoku, crossword puzzles Expanding computer capabilities Traveling
30. Thu, 4/26/07 10:11 PM Taking loads of vitamins. Meditating for stress reduction and centering. Learning new subjects.
31. Sat, 4/28/07 12:01 AM read a broad variety of none fiction books & magazines, stay current on international news, use my computer
32. Sat, 4/28/07 3:23 PM Learning. I have a chanllenging job which has recently required that I learn more about MS Excel and Word. I have begun learning Spanish as well.
33. Thu, 5/3/07 6:39 PM Reading, writing a book with my Book Club, doing crossword puzzles (somethimes with cross words); staying informed on current events, walking, gardening,becoming a better photographer, trying new recipes,trying to be more skillful with the computer; designing and making greeting cards.
34. Fri, 5/4/07 7:30 PM Keep up with technology, the Internet. Read and write blogs.
35. Fri, 5/4/07 11:26 PM Staying active... mentally and physically. Mentally: Read, do needlwork, crossword puzzles Physically: Exercise and yoga 4-5 times per week
36. Sun, 5/6/07 6:33 AM Keep reading and taking long walks.
37. Sun, 5/6/07 10:05 AM Exercise and reading
38. Sun, 5/6/07 11:01 AM working/involved in my world
39. Sun, 5/6/07 11:23 AM Tennis (singles)3 times a week, reading, eating well.
40. Sun, 5/6/07 12:02 PM Reading, writing, eating well and getting exercise.
41. Sun, 5/6/07 12:39 PM exercise, diet, challenging my problem solving ability
42. Sun, 5/6/07 1:38 PM Reading, building and inventing things, exploring new computer applications, singing (requiring me to learn new music by heart.
43. Sun, 5/6/07 2:03 PM Reading, writing and consulting
44. Sun, 5/6/07 2:09 PM Doing puzzles. playing suduko, reading.
45. Sun, 5/6/07 2:33 PM Teaching math to high schoolers.
46. Sun, 5/6/07 2:53 PM Reading, traveling, staying involved
47. Sun, 5/6/07 3:10 PM Doing sudoku Reading Art work everyday AA
48. Sun, 5/6/07 3:11 PM learning more about computers, managing our real estate, reading, not afraid to discuss anything or ask questions
49. Sun, 5/6/07 3:39 PM Sharp forever ............ well, how sharp? I am just as active today as I was 25 years ago so I guess I just keep doing what I have been doing.
50. Sun, 5/6/07 4:13 PM try to run regularly...do gym workout 3 days a week after dealing with a sciatic issue a year ago...keep an eye on national, local and world affairs..
51. Sun, 5/6/07 4:38 PM Reading,music performance, NY Times Sun. puzzles.
52. Sun, 5/6/07 5:03 PM diet, exercise, reading
53. Sun, 5/6/07 5:20 PM Jogging and Reading
54. Sun, 5/6/07 5:21 PM Karate and Hockey trends to keep you sharp, mentally and physically.
55. Sun, 5/6/07 5:23 PM Not worried about that yet. I've got plenty of interests/obligations, despite retirement.
56. Sun, 5/6/07 7:11 PM Reading
57. Sun, 5/6/07 8:50 PM Writing, editing, reading, swimming, walking!
58. Sun, 5/6/07 9:14 PM I am back in classes so that I am forever learning something new.
59. Sun, 5/6/07 10:47 PM Having started a new work out program and reading more than in previous years.
60. Sun, 5/6/07 11:12 PM nothing is forever.
61. Sun, 5/6/07 11:15 PM Exercising, eating right, staying active, reading constantly, avoiding TV, and keeping up with goings-on in the world and in the lives of friends and family.
62. Sun, 5/6/07 11:48 PM BRIDGE, READING, LEARNING
63. Mon, 5/7/07 12:59 AM Staying physically fit.
64. Mon, 5/7/07 1:22 AM reading, walking, writing, learning new things
65. Mon, 5/7/07 1:22 AM computer mind games, reading
66. Mon, 5/7/07 2:24 AM play bridge - learned at the "blue cloud". PLay piano. read. study & learn subjects of interest. sing as long as I can. keep physically fit. enjoy interesting & sharp friends. serve on challenging committees(that's a 2 edged sword)
67. Mon, 5/7/07 2:32 AM Exercise: walking, swimming Continuing to learn languages as well as to keep up with the ones I already know
68. Mon, 5/7/07 3:08 AM physical fitness activity. cardio training daily for at least 1 hour plus strength and balance training.
69. Mon, 5/7/07 2:59 PM Reading, dancing,walking,playing games(Scrabble, cards etc),practicing languages.
70. Mon, 5/7/07 4:36 PM visit museums, attend lectures, gatherings with friends, suduko
71. Mon, 5/7/07 5:38 PM keeping abreast of world events getting out daily and interacting with the soil keeping old, and making new, friends
72. Mon, 5/7/07 6:34 PM Learning and playing bridge. New York Times crossword puzzles!
73. Mon, 5/7/07 11:14 PM Crossword puzzles, reading, exercise.
74. Mon, 5/7/07 11:14 PM crossword puzzles, woodworking for a purpose, exercising golf
75. Tue, 5/8/07 1:40 AM Answering visitor and web site questions at the Monterey Bay Aquarium. Teaching volunteers at the Monterey Bay Aquarium.
76. Tue, 5/8/07 2:12 AM Exercise daily; eat healthy; exercise the brain
77. Tue, 5/8/07 2:34 AM Researching traveling and writing with regard to my genealogical activities.
78. Tue, 5/8/07 3:32 AM I can't live in this country any more without taking political action, so I now chair the Democratic Party in my county, and I do whatever I can each week to promote peace and justice. I also study American politics, and I read Middle Eastern literature and history to grasp why our foreign policy has failed so miserably. As I gain more information and understanding, I write and speak about what I am learning to test its truth and efficacy.
79. Tue, 5/8/07 2:27 PM Meditation, mindfulness,(Taking a course in this) as much exercize as I can- swimming, Curves. And of course all of the above in #37
80. Tue, 5/8/07 9:08 PM Exercising, biking, reading keeping up with friends.
81. Wed, 5/9/07 1:03 AM exercise, reading, tending to friends & family
82. Wed, 5/9/07 6:31 PM Keeping mentally engaged by writing, teaching, designing. Regular exercise, staying in touch with young people, trying new things.
83. Wed, 5/9/07 11:10 PM reading, computers and singing.
84. Thu, 5/10/07 3:09 PM Philosophy club, book club, yoga, tennis
85. Thu, 5/10/07 9:21 PM Playing with my grandchildren. As my seven year old grandson said,"Grammy you have to play young to stay young". Stay connected to my church. Exercise three times a week.
86. Fri, 5/11/07 12:45 AM Crossword puzzles Reading Numbers puzzles
87. Fri, 5/11/07 3:02 AM exercising - rowing, walking, hiking, skiing reading and doing puzzles staying close to friends helping others, especially children learning to read
88. Fri, 5/11/07 2:07 PM Regukar exercise - walking, hiking, running!
89. Fri, 5/11/07 4:30 PM Exercise, mentally, physically and spiritually; staying active in my business and community activities; reading, using the internet, going to new places and learning new things whenever the opportunity presents itself.
90. Mon, 5/14/07 1:28 AM Reading widely, doing more word games, and continuing to write for publication in my area of expertise, the Middle East.
91. Mon, 5/14/07 9:30 PM Jogging and exercises.
92. Tue, 5/15/07 10:34 PM Gardening, crossword puzzles, exercise, reading and taking time to appreciate each day.
93. Thu, 5/17/07 5:12 PM reading and walking
94. Fri, 5/18/07 2:12 PM Teaching
95. Sun, 5/20/07 3:54 AM having friends.... trying to keep up with technology, gardening, playing games... training dog
96. Wed, 5/23/07 7:18 PM Read, paint, physical activity
97. Wed, 5/23/07 7:45 PM Exercising.
98. Wed, 5/23/07 8:34 PM Interest in politics - extensive newspaper reading Variety in friends
99. Wed, 5/23/07 8:50 PM reading and doing puzzles
100. Wed, 5/23/07 9:30 PM Work out several x/wk, Taiji, daily puzzles, travel, staying in touch with old as well as new friends and relatives.
101. Wed, 5/23/07 9:32 PM Hopefully my sense of humor
102. Thu, 5/24/07 12:41 PM interaction with people
103. Fri, 5/25/07 1:52 AM Continuing to work at my engineering career and mentor my subordinates
104. Fri, 5/25/07 3:49 AM Learning Adobe Photoshop, taking classes in computer technology, reading.
105. Fri, 5/25/07 3:42 PM Reading and discussing what I've read with others.
106. Fri, 5/25/07 9:49 PM exercise, try to eat correctly and moderate drink
107. Wed, 6/6/07 11:45 PM Learning about art; being a museum docent and having to remember all those facts
108. Wed, 6/20/07 5:49 PM Adovicate for Veterans Rights