by Judith Dufresne

Not all Americans are drowning in excess. I for one pride myself in not buying into the more is better syndrome. I am content with what I have, which is a modest older home made as charming as I can, a small closet of clothes, and a few outdoor sports "toys". We raised three children and had only one bathroom. I pride myself on growing older and accepting a few wrinkles without wanting plastic surgery, or all the facets of avoiding growing older. I practice the "Velveteen Principles" of being real in this world of facades. It's okay if you are a little worn out and shabby if you have been loved. I was so affected by the movie "Meet Joe Black" in the difficulty of saying "goodbye" to this world when you have so much to leave. If I could choose an excess to have it would be an excess of love that I could take with me. Not all Americans are drowning in excess, thank God.

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