The secret of genius is to carry the spirit of the child into old age, which means never losing your enthusiasm.

Old age is not a disease - it is strength and survivor-ship, triumph over all kinds of vicissitudes and disappointments, trials and illnesses.Old age, believe me, is a good and pleasant thing. It is true you are gently shouldered off the stage, but then you are given such a comfortable front stall as spectator. Old age is like a plane flying through a storm. Once you're aboard, there's nothing you can do.Have regular hours for work and play; make each day both useful and pleasant, and prove that you understand the worth of time by employing it well. Then youth will be delightful, old age will bring few regrets, and life will become a beautiful success.