As an old man there are many things I should take into account. Sometimes I do and other times I am neglectful and that is not in my best interests.

I need to watch what I eat, take care of what I drink, and watch that I don’t eat too much in between meals and snacks.

I need to make sure that I do my share of domestic looking after because that has to be a part of my role.

I must make sure that I keep in touch with our nuclear family members who are a long way away – including our three children, partners, and our 10 grandchildren.

I must make sure not to neglect keeping up to date with what is going on in the world and staying abreast of trends and developments that can be so easily overlooked and forgotten, indeed discounted, when one becomes old.

I must make sure that I do a reasonable amount of physical activity so that I don’t suffer from wasted limb syndrome.

I must make sure that I do not lose my sense of humour. 

Appreciating and respecting the viewpoints of others should always be a part of my demeanour.

I must try and enjoy life and not to virtually – as is my want – to be on the far side of the moon and in its darkness.