My parents are in their 70’s and my dad the last few years has quite obviously been amping up his delivery of all types of information he seems compelled to tell me. It’s a cross between information, advice, and sometimes a nudge to take some action.

He has been focusing a lot on how I could leave the US if things get bad, but also things to enjoy like travel (maybe that’s actually the same thing). Also, investing, and a bunch of other topics. He used to always talk about business ideas when I was growing up, he still does that a little.

Last week I said to him, “It seems like you are trying to tell me everything you can before you die.” He responded, “I’m trying.” He’s not at death’s door, but he certainly could die at any moment. I guess anyone can, but he actually has had heart disease for 30 years and a sudden massive heart attack would not be surprising. God forbid.

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