Note: I originally wrote this in February of 2011, but didn't publish it until now. We are still working out some things, but are feeling much better. I plan to add more later.
Have you ever had something rock your world altering your life in the most profound way?
In my case, it has been the early onset of old age. Ok, you can stop laughing, I am (mostly) serious. In years, I might be just 35, but in energy levels, stamina and other measures of well-being, my 82 year old father pretty much has me beat.