photo by my Chandra
At last fellows, I’ve got my revenge. I now have the advantage. I am able to flirt flagrantly and get some good laughs and hugs every day. As you get older, you can’t get away with that. If you behaved like me, they’d call you a dirty old man and call the cops. I NEVER get that reaction. People just smile and join in the fun.
L A, during the 80’s. Looks like I started ‘flagrantly flirting’ long ago
Walking along the Avenue on my way to breakfast, I may see a young couple hugging and ask shamelessly, ‘Is this gorgeous guy giving out free hugs this morning?’ Invariably I get the hug and a laugh from both of them. Often enough, the three of us hug. Let’s face it, I’m no threat.
Reiner graciously gave me his seat at Terra’s. What better excuse for a hug with a cute guy.
My dear friend, Trudy, says she puts up with me because I make her laugh.
Trudy, who puts up with me because I make her laugh
Daughter Susan says when she thinks of me, it is always of me laughing. (Truth be told, Susan makes me laugh more than I ever could make her do so. She is a clever AND funny girl.)
Daughter-in-law Chandra, a favorite in my life, tells me she loves to laugh with me — and we certainly do often laugh together. Chandra particularly enjoys teasing me about my frequent flirtations with waiters, which, admittedly, I am guilty of. They’re so often cute……
Dinner with kids at Mexican Restaurant. Well, isn’t he cute?
Dinner in S.F. with kids. Chandra and I laughed our heads off.
How can I resist cute waiters???? There are many more I’ve hugged and don’t have photos with. My Chandra was present and so took these while she laughed and teased me.
No one is safe when I’m around.. I joke with employees on trains or at airports.
A new friend on the train
Today’s airports are intimidating for everyone, however, since my vision isn’t what it used to be and my relationship with computers is tenuous, I really do require help. I ALWAYS get it. When I spot two or three male employees together, I’ll approach and tell them I’d like the handsomest to help me. They laugh. They all offer their assistance.
As a result of this nonsense, I get many smiles and the very best of service everywhere.
Greg, who makes me laugh more often than just about anyone.
So many people add so much to my life!!!
Clowning with my gorgeous ‘grandson’ Vinson
View from Over the Hill 
Funny Funny Funny. I will copy your technique starting tomorrow. My hugs are passionate. So, if I get my face slapped I will blame it on your blog. It is worth a try. Keep on hugging and laughing. It is better than doctor’s appointment. For sure. Joseph
You can imagine how much fun I had writing this Joe: Thank you for reading and for seeing the humor in it as I intended. Fondly, Muriel
Give me a hug!
You made me laugh out loud again Neil. YOU are funny!!!
And you add so much to so many people’s lives! Mine included:)
Thank you Val: You are special in my life too.
You definitely have people skills, Muriel… I’m working on learning and copying you starting now! 🙂
But heed my warning Chris: You can only get away with it with gray hair plus a walker. (Chuckle.)
I am shocked!!! I have personally witnessed your behavior at restaurants on many occasions and it did not match what you have written. When asked what you will be eating, you usually just whisper so softly that no one can hear you or you write it on a piece of paper and hand it to waiter. I have asked you to try and assert yourself but it has been a disaster. Perhaps you should try living in a convent where you would fit it perfectly. Love, Brian
Ha, ha, ha! So much for what you ‘claim’ to be reality Brian: May I suggest some treatment???? Giggle. Love back, Muriel
Muriel Lothario Kauffman!!!!
Hey Vinson: Can women be considered Lotharios? Chuckle.