13 Comments

Uncle Louis is a living, breathing reminder of what it takes to be happy - a positive outlook, a sense of gratitude and service to others. Reading his “story” made my day!

Expand full comment

You nailed it. Those three things have made all the difference. So glad to know that reading about him put a bit of lift in your day. Thanks for reading and sharing your response to this life well lived.

Expand full comment

A blessing to have a man like your uncle in your family and as a model of a life well lived.

Expand full comment

Yes it is.He’s quite a role model and makes living well look easy. Thanks for reading and sharing your thoughts.

Expand full comment

Thanks to you and your Uncle Louis for sharing this great story. Perfect for the season... or anytime.

Expand full comment

Thanks to you too, Biz. Much appreciated!

Expand full comment

I enjoyed this so much. What an amazing life story about your uncle. I’m going to listen again. Brilou heard and loved it. She wants to hear more.

Expand full comment

Thanks so much, Lilou. Glad to know Brilou enjoyed this one too. As you can tell, I am very grateful to have this wonderful guy as a role model, relative, and friend.

Expand full comment

Such a blessing and example of how things can be bright in this sometimes dark world thanks to people like your Uncle And others like him!🙏💕

Expand full comment

What a face, calm and strong at 100 years, and joyful. What a life. Thanks for this reminder, Andrew. And thanks for the quote from Sam Walter Foss; I'm going to pass that on.

Expand full comment

Very happy to share this one, Mikels, and delighted to know you appreciate it. My uncle can still recite that Foss poem by heart after all these years. Many thanks to you for reading and sharing your response.

Expand full comment

Role Model can be an overused term, but in the case of Uncle Louis it's a perfect description! Wishing him many more Happy Birthdays!!

Expand full comment

Thanks so much! He really has been a wonderful role model. Really appreciate your taking the time to read, comment, and offer birthday wishes to my uncle.

Expand full comment