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07.02.2009 5:34 pm

Getting ready to turn 65, and inundated with ‘friends’

St. Louis Post-Dispatch

As far as I know, no one has posted a sign on my lawn or put out a press release on the topic, but every salesperson within a 100-mile radius knows that I will be turning 65 this October. Suddenly they are all very concerned about my welfare. Insurance products, nursing home care, hearing aides, self-lifting chairs, incontinence supplies and a host of other interesting products and services are all being touted as necessary to keep me comfortable in my dotage.

If all of these new friends stick around, I should have quite a birthday party this year. I wonder if they are all chipping in on a great gift. A cruise would be very much appreciated.

Cliff Morgan

Oakville

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