Sisters: When We’re All Grown Up My sister turned 65 last week.  I forgot to call.  I have an excuse . . . well, sort of.  I was in Mexico enjoying the sun on the terrace.  My mind had turned into mush. So, I was a day late. But my sister was gracious and accepted my apologies.  I guess forgiveness comes with age. (And, Lord knows, we need something good to come with getting old.) Besides, she’d had a great birthday much like a progressive dinner with a gaggle of guests arriv

The whole process brings my mortality into clear focus. I realize how many folks are younger than I am and am shocked that I’ve gotten so old! Well, maybe not SO old but old nonetheless. Where has the time gone? Sure, we’ve all asked ourselves that question many times. But now I REALLY mean “Where has the time gone?” And how much do I have left? Initially, the whole business freaks me out. Then I breathe deeply, close my eyes, and say to myself, “Okay, if you stay healthy and