Hi Grandpa,

For someone five feet two inches tall, you sure pack a big punch. Your philosophical approach to life is obviously born out of many years of living, and is refreshing. And might I add - RIGHT ON! You have a wonderful attitude.

Recent generations didn't grow up when record players played 78s, when radio was the only broadcast medium, when milk came in bottles, and life moved along at a much slower pace. We had (and took) the time to reflect on life and appreciate its simple pleasures when you and I were growing up. At least I did because my parents believed it was important and they practiced what they preached. Nowadays, people are used to a culture where the latest yesterday is obsolete today; where the greatest today is something they wouldn't consider buying tomorrow because a brand new "greatest" just hit the store shelves. They seldom seem to appreciate what they have and what it can do.

My youngest son grew up in the age of desktops, laptops, floppies, CDs, stereos, color television and so on. For him, computers are never fast enough, never contain enough storage space and - well you get the idea. My grandson's bedroom is crammed so full of toys and technology, there is hardly room for his bed!

I'll share a short true story. Many years ago I had a Commodore 128 computer and was working with a spreadsheet one evening. It had a feature that allowed one to turn off the calculation step, thus delaying the calculation process until all entries had been completed. My son wanted to use the computer that evening and was getting a little "antsy". Know what I mean? Of course the Commodore was slow by today's standards and when I pushed the "calculate" button, the calculation process took several minutes. My son complained it was too slow. I told him, "Son, it is fast enough for me. I didn't have a computer when I was growing up. I'll just go make a cup of tea while it calculates and when I finish drinking my tea it will be done and you can have the machine."

I suppose it would be nice if our KNs were a little lighter but like you, I am happy with them as they are. I didn't have a KN when I was growing up so I am going to enjoy mine to the fullest while I can.

I repeat Grandpa, I like your attitude.

Chuck