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During a phone conversation I had with my father the other day, he mentioned that he didn’t feel his age. He’s going to be 77 next month, which by today’s standards really isn’t that old, but he said that when he catches a glimpse of himself in the barbershop mirror, he’s surprised by “that old guy” in the chair.

I must say, I can relate, and think a lot of people in their 40s+ can.

There are moments in life that turn me into a giggling teenager again — like a compliment from someone I am attracted to. A “girls night out” reminds me of dancing ’til dawn in my 20s — though I usually have to take a nap the next day. Watching Disney princess movies with my daughter brings back moments of magic as we sing all the songs to each other.

Though some people may look upon these reflections with some melancholy of years gone by, I’m actually glad to be the age I am. I’ve experienced a lot of amazing moments in my life and I would not wish to go back.

What’s super cool is that I’m not the only one. As part of the Becci Bookner social media team, I’ve been able to discover some amazing people who are celebrating the vitality and excitement of aging and I’m pleased to introduce them to you: Read the rest of this entry »

Murfreesboro Rotary President Becci Bookner ended a successful year with fifteen new members, water projects in Africa as well as here in Rutherford County, numerous fund raisers that benefit local charitable organizations, and other successes…

In fact, when District Governor Larry Boyd installed the new Murfreesboro president and board, he announced that Becci will become an assistant governor to work with Rutherford County’s four Rotary Clubs.

(Photo: Former educator, founder of a Family Staffing Solutions—an elder service firm—and community leader Becci Bookner gets a short break before accepting new responsibilities in leadership with the Rotary District.)