What A Drag — At 104 — It Is Getting Old

My first blog post since turning 104 on the 4th of July! Yes, I’m still here and with plenty to say. For years my Medicare supplemental insurance premium with Anthem Blue Cross of California has been automatically deducted from my checking account. I visit my local Citibank branch in Westlake Village, California (where everyone does […]

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Finally, Our Commercial Is Scheduled for Airing!

We’re happy to announce our public television commercial has been scheduled for airing on stations in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and New York City.  Between November 17 through 30, Crown Media (owner of the Hallmark channel) will air our patient advocacy and life care planning commercial 50 times as a prelude to our educational segment, […]

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UCLA Scheduled to Teach What Soul Sherpa Already Knows

The University of California’s Los Angeles campus (UCLA) is venturing into new curriculum covering patient advocacy.  Beginning in the fall of 2013, the University’s Extension Program will debut a three-year program of study where students can earn a Patient Advocacy Certificate.  UCLA is calling their program “the first of its kind.”  Citing a trend for “in-demand healthcare […]

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RGIII, Who Truly Has Your Back? (Not to Mention That Knee!)

Given I’m 100 years old, I feel comfortable calling you “Robert.”  Just part of my upbringing.  Around my home, Lisa (she’s my professional health care advocate and football viewing partner) calls you “RGIII.”  So does her husband, Bob.  I suppose it’s a generational thing. Anyway, Robert, the reason I’m writing is because I know you think […]

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Ticket Winner Roland Hemming Sees Stanford Prevail, 20-14

The Stanford Cardinal defeated the Wisconsin Badgers in Pasadena on New Year’s Day,  in a tough, grinding battle to claim the 2013 Rose Bowl trophy.  I was ready to fill in for Stanford quarterback Kevin Hogan if Coach David Shaw needed my services.  My 100 year-old throwing arm is still pretty respectable, all things considered.  Please keep me in […]

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Watch NBC’s Second Annual “American Giving Awards”

I’m happy to share inspiring news regarding those special people who give freely of themselves to others in need. On Saturday, December 8, 2012, NBC will air a special program, their second annual AMERICAN GIVING AWARDS, from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m.  Wonderful charities will be honored for their extraordinary work.  In addition, community heroes will […]

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Lisa’s Turn: Henry’s Secret is More Than Great Genes

Teach a centenarian about your website and you can kiss your blog goodbye. Henry’s really getting into blogging (especially all the adoring feedback.)  It’s wonderful to see him open to new things (that’s just one of his secrets to longevity:  flexibility) but there’s more I’d like to add.  That’s why I’m blogging today.  It will give Henry a […]

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Thousand Oaks Acorn’s Feature: “Born on the Fourth of July”

I would like to thank writer Stephanie Sumell of the Thousand Oaks Acorn for her article covering my first 100 years.  The details about my wonderful life with Sylvia, her brave battle against Alzheimer’s, my stroke and recovery, and life now with Lisa and her husband, Bob, can be found at:  www.toacorn.com.  Search for the August 16, 2012 issue, pages […]

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My YouTube Debut (Finally!)

It took 100 years, but I finally made it to YouTube!  A young real estate mogul in Los Angeles, Sam, interviewed me on my real estate experiences.  I wasn’t trying to be a comedian, but it seems that’s what I’m told I resemble. Take a look and see what you think:  www.YouTube.com and search “Centenarian Henry […]

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“Posting” Meant Mailing a Letter in My Generation

I’m 100 years old.  Really.  When I was born in Boston in 1912, there was no internet.  No computers, no email, no blogs.  This is all new to me, but since turning 100 on the 4th of July this summer, I felt if I didn’t try something new and exciting (and mystifying) I’d shrivel up […]

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