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Just Happy To Be Alive

My approach to life has always been One of lightheartedness and happy to be alive However, I recall my early years, expecially my teenage years When I was filled with self-doubt Thought of myself as quite unattractive and lacking in people skills Until I got out in the working world And realized my humour helped push me through I discovered people love to laugh It helps them through their gruelling day at the office Humour has carried me through my whole life Through my good times and especially through the tough times My motto is, “if I can't change things... Oh well, this is the way it is, so no sense being unhappy forever” Though at times it can be extremely difficult I've always manage to eventually laugh at life I've discovered it's the only way to survive I'm not suggesting that everyone is capable of this But it's my secret to a long and happy life So there you have it... why I'm known as “Jester Jack” A title of which I am so very very proud! I'm just happy to be alive!

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Date: 1/7/2023 6:54:00 AM
You certainly had the right outlook on how to live a happy life Jack and still living it. Have a great weekend. Tom
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Jack Ellison
Date: 1/7/2023 7:02:00 AM
Is there a better way??? Happy weekend to you too my good friend!
Date: 1/7/2023 6:01:00 AM
Nothing shows appreciation of a gift than seeing it being fully used.I think J.J.you will find a way to squeeze the very last drop of this golden gifted Nectar called joy.
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Jack Ellison
Date: 1/7/2023 6:32:00 AM
So are you picking up what I'm putting down? LOL Thank you for those sweet words dear Vickey! Love, Happy Jack XOX

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