"Age is a case of mind over matter. If you don't mind, it don't matter" LeRoy "Satchel" Paige...
I recently completed a continuing education course and earned the designation of Seniors Real Estate Specialist (SRES®). I figured that since I am considered a senior (I am a baby boomer born in 1946, but baby boomers do not like to be called "Seniors"as I learned), I need to know what it takes to service this very large group of consumers.
"Satchel" Paige one of the greatest baseball pitchers of all times and a legendary storyteller said: "Age is a case of mind over matter. If you don't mind, it don't matter" and "How old would you be if you didn't know how old you were?" Those sentiments certainly apply to the "Seniors" that I read about in an article this week on the Atlanta Journal and Constitution web site, AJC.COM.
Senior Citizens Services of Metropolitan Atlanta, a local nonprofit, compiled a list of 60 Atlantans over 60 who have made a significant difference. "Atlanta is built on the leadership of men and women, many over 60, who have made amazing contributions, turning this city into an international powerhouse," said Jeffrey Smythe, executive director for Senior Citizens Services.
Consider the gentleman pictured below:
Truett Cathy, 87, founder and chairman of Chick-fil-A, represents the business group. Accomplishments: Pioneered the concept of restaurants in malls. Established the WinShape Foundation in 1984. Winner of numerous humanitarian awards. Quote: "At 87 years of age, any day I can get up and put my shoes on is a good and blessed day!"
If you love Atlanta like we do, thank a senior citizen like Mr. Truett Cathy.