Comments on: Carpe Diem Boys — Our Time Is Limited, Make Every Day Count

By: Alan

Alan — Tue, 08 Oct 2013 02:30:05 +0000

Beware or bucket lists. The main item on mine was to attend the F-Class World Championships. Now that its ticked off I’m struggling to come up with something else as inspiring! And according to this article I still have 20 years left!

By: Ken Walker

Ken Walker — Mon, 07 Oct 2013 19:25:12 +0000

Learning the true value of various aspects of life is an experience I had very early in life as a 25 yr old army “laig” infantry grunt looking ahead to Vietnam. Boy! Am I the loser or what? The only war we have lost and I’m in it!!
Turns out I came through w/o a scratch. It left me with the feeling that I no longer fear death. Dying can be most unpleasant but death is not to be feared. In case you hadn’t noticed IT WILL COME TO US ALL.

So, from that time on I just did the best I could and tried to treat my fellow humans as I would like to be treated. (Golden what?) If the end came this moment there is not a lot I could do. Of course, I take care of myself and family, etc. I trust THE BIG GUY will give me a fair shake. If He has a sense of humor that would be nice.

I am living the dream NOW. I have been blessed with so much I can only be thankful.

By: Gregory

Gregory — Sun, 06 Oct 2013 13:49:12 +0000

The certainty of mortality became more than a possibility for me at age 40. I survived cancer at that time, and told myself I would not forget those lessons. Which lessons I have largely forgotten.

At age 52 I broke my neck, spine, ribs, nose, spleen and other bits when an inattentive motorist turned in front of my motorcycle. As a result of this experience mortality no longer holds the fear which motivated me after the cancer.

Today I am happy. I am happy to work. I am happy to enjoy my friends. I am happy to ride motorcycle again. So. Take the lessons life offers and I hope each of you is happy NOW. Tat Twam Asi.

By: Tom Alves

Tom Alves — Sun, 06 Oct 2013 13:41:04 +0000

In 1987 I was diagnosed with terminal melanoma. I was told I had 6 months to live. I spent a week after that reflecting on what that meant at 42 and in the prime of my career. While I was in college I was exposed to 1st Corinthians 13. I suggest you do if you have not read it. From that period of reflection I concluded that the most important thing in life; what gives it true meaning is one’s contribution to other people’s lives. I am often asked why I feel so strongly about things. As the man said you only get one shot at this part of your life. As most humans I talk a better game than I play but appreciate every day it is HIS gift to you.
Tom Alves

By: Chris

Chris — Sun, 06 Oct 2013 08:11:27 +0000

Alex,
What’s slavery got to do with anything? I work because I want to and I like my job. There are too many people in this country who milk the system and contribute nothing, and then there are those who can’t find a decent job because of the screwed-up economy. I’m not saying you shouldn’t enjoy life, just that there is more to life than hedonism.

By: Randall Sikes

Randall Sikes — Sun, 06 Oct 2013 06:50:06 +0000

OK DesertLefty, slack it is. I agree with the author’s sentiment – pursue happiness, as stated in the last line of my comment.

If there’s anything I like better than a man who has his priorities straight, it’s one who has his priorities straight, plus is flexible and open to suggestions.

The author is now among the “numerates”, but it’s OK either way.

By: DesertLefty

DesertLefty — Sun, 06 Oct 2013 05:55:13 +0000

C’mon, Randall, cut the guy some slack!

Your comment may be “numerate”, but it completely misses the point. Go out and smell the roses!

All the rest of you guys, compare this site and any other shooting site. How many have thoughful essays like this? Then say a prayer that our dear Editor will hang on for another 20 years.

BTW – He even updated his essay to include your actuarial insight. Outstanding! Numerate, compassionate, and flexible. S**t, now I’m gonna have to up my game…

By: Alex

Alex — Sun, 06 Oct 2013 03:53:29 +0000

Chris,
You’d make a great slave! On my death bed I know I won’t regret not working enough. One of the best daily bulletin articles yet!!

By: Gadget

Gadget — Sun, 06 Oct 2013 02:32:45 +0000

I’m 58 and have just been told I have end stage renal falure ( yep no Kidny function well 5% ) now thats a slap in the face.
Did I go to the Dr for check ups NO my last visit was 4 years ago ( if we had found it sooner etc.etc)
YOU do not know when you will have your LIFE changed so make the most of it while you can.

By: Chris

Chris — Sun, 06 Oct 2013 01:32:33 +0000

Sorry, but I don’t think life is all about being happy. It’s about commitment and duty, and work is a big part of that. You work a lot because you have to or because you want to; either way, what’s so bad about that? When I’m laying on my deathbed I doubt if I will be wishing I had cured cancer and won the Nobel Peace prize. I’ll probably be wondering what comes next, and was I good enough for what is to come. But for those who just think we’re worm food I guess there will be major regrets for not having had more fun in life.