Sixty and Better

They say that tightrope walkers are most susceptible to accidents when they are almost finished and nearly home. Theyve been on stage and risked their lives; theyve done well. Now its time to take their bow and call it a day. But as they approach the end they have to watch their last steps. One slip and life comes crashing down. Think of that as a metaphor for life. Even after doing well for many years its still possible to undo all the good we have done by becoming careless at the end. Thats the burden of our little book. Consider it a reminder to stay faithful.A note of explanation: In the chapters which follow both Bertha and Joe had input but the voice you will be hearing is mostly Joe. Sometimes when its necessary we identify who is speaking but usually we dont because it doesnt matter.