39ers Aging with ATTitude December 2025

 The Holidays Are the Times of your Life   

Happy UN-Birthday DECEMBER 39ers! ♪ And many more… ♪ Wait ‘til you read the fun stuff, jampacked into the December 2025 edition of 39 And Holding Club! 

From Sagittarius and Capricorn’s mini-horoscopes to our vintage Song of Note particularly apropos to this month, to our Aging Tip of the Month, and of course, the month’s lineup of distinctive days to celebrate, there’s something for everyone. Let’s give this final month of the year a proper send-off! 

֎ We Celebrate 39ers ~ And More!  
39 and Holding Club is dedicated to all those intrepid souls who have turned 40 years old … and climbing. By this time, we hopefully know a few things about life, love, and the pursuit of happiness. Not necessarily in that order. So, c’mon along as we embrace Aging with ATTitude and enjoy life because of it … or in spite of it … your choice!  

December’s 39er St¶rs of the Sky  
We always begin with a mini-horoscope for us all. No matter our age, a little perceived help never hurts. It’s followed by a few words of encouragement as we UNwrap the month’s UN-Birthday Zodiac signs. Here we go …

For all of us: Argh! Stop the cacophony! The Holidays often bring more noise, inside as well as outside our heads. Following the 4^th’s Full Moon, we should be able to reflect on our communications both personally and professionally, to find a quieter path through the month. As always, we’ll begin our annual introspection and corrections for the New Year, around the New Moon (19^th). Don’t worry, it’s all good! Looking for a 2026 hint? Here ya go …
       There’s a promise of sparkle and marvel in the air, come January. Breakthroughs will find a portal of release that just might be nothing short of amazing in 2026. Keep your eyes and ears open and look for the advantages around every corner …

Hey, Sagittarius 39ers (11/22 – 12/21), cool your jets and listen to the Universe suggesting you let up a bit and loosen the reigns on your tension. Do it now, as it won’t be quite so easy after mid-month. We all tend to tense up while trying to juggle work, play and family. Give yourself a break sooner, rather than later, for a little introspection and you’ll breathe easier.

On the other hand, Capricorn 39ers (12/22 – Jan 19, 2026), you thrive on the hustle and bustle of the Holidays, using your innate senses to spearhead interesting and enlightening conversations, whether commonplace or spiritual. You thrive in this atmosphere and will find as the month progresses, another purposeful approach to your projects as we gear up for the New Year. Keep your mood light and your mind lively!

Gift hints: Sagittarius gemstone – turquoise; Capricorn gemstone – garnet.

♪ December Vintage Song of Note ♪  

December is just naturally, a time for reflection and memories. Our Song of Note leads us into Christmas and a nostalgic year-end, as we recall when it grabbed the bottom rung of music charts on its way up the hit ladder.
       December 1975 Paul Anka proudly displayed video moments of his personal memories in this video while he crooned, “Times of Your Life,” reminding us to treasure our mindful snapshots of years gone by. ♪ … Remember, The laughter and the tears | The shadows of misty yesteryears … ♪       
       “Times of Your Life” was Anka’s final Billboard Top Ten hit (his twelfth), climbing to KISN/Portland, Oregon’s Top Ten by month’s end. It was originally created for a Kodak jingle, but Anka decided it deserved better and recorded it for a singles release. Sadly, it has returned to its roots, yet another stolen iconic song to enhance a soulless commercial.
       We should remember “Times of Your Life” as a love song to life ♪ … The mem'ries are time that you borrow | To spend when you get to tomorrow … ♪ MORE nostalgia music history and tuneful vintage trivia to manifest your memories and keep the Rock Rockin’ from 50 Years Ago this Month!  

֎ More DECEMBER Fun for Everyone   

Thursday ~ December 4^th: Yep, there was a BIG beautiful Supermoon on this night—though this article wasn’t posted ‘til December 8^th, of course, we’ll feel the effects of the aptly named, Full Cold Moon magic, throughout the month. Meditation is especially enhanced and rewarding.

Saturday ~ December 13^th: Let’s all celebrate the embodiment of music, dance and song all wrapped up in Dick Van Dyke Day! Well, it isn’t an official celebratory day yet, but it should be, as Mr. Van Dyke turns 100 Years Old today! To honor the man, myth and legend, a special documentary releases in theatres today and tomorrow. If you’ve never heard of him … you’ve missed out on a whole lot of fun. Mr. Van Dyke personifies the highly desirable “triple threat” actor, who also sings and dances with flair, grace and elegance. But I happen to know, he began in a broadcast role as a Radio DJ at the tender age of sixteen.
       June 15, 2016, gave me the distinct pleasure of meeting Mr. Van Dyke at the San Diego book signing for his motto and book title, Keep Moving and Other Tips and Truths About Aging. As a keynote speaker for the Aging Summit, he was a delight in sharing his life stories and was the indisputable highlight of the day.

Sunday ~ December 14^th: Are you feeling like a funky monkey today? That’s ok! Today’s unsponsored Monkey Day gives you the freedom to act like a monkey while learning its meaning, how it began, and all about monkeys, with the above link! Go … explore … and swing from your chandelier! 

Friday ~ December 19^th: No introduction needed for National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day! Everyone has one … or two … or ten. What are you waiting for?! It’s the Christmas holidays … enjoy in fun and a little lunacy. 

Saturday ~ December 20^th: Ah, yes … the December New Moon magic is especially important, as we turn our thoughts inward for introspection and insight to carry us into the New Year. Your New Moon Musings should always offer new beginnings, but this month, add a few minutes to Reflect Merrily, Rejoice Presently, and Rejuvenate for the Future!    

Sunday ~ December 21^st: Now this is a day to celebrate! It may be the First Day of Winter and the shortest day of the year, but that also means every day from now until the Summer Solstice (June 21, 2026) is longer and warmer. For now, grab your Ugly Christmas Sweater and a cuppa egg nog … mmmmmm.    

Thursday & Friday ~ December 24^th & 25^th: Enjoy your Holidays, 39ers, as we celebrate through Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Something to think about … every morning I open my eyes, gives me the same delight as opening my Christmas gifts. You know it’s only for you and you don’t know until you unwrap it, what the day will hold. Let’s go see what’s in today’s present ~ L.Rochelle … May your Christmas be filled with merriment, peace and love.

Wednesday ~ December 31^st: Whatever you choose to do tonight, New Years Eve day often holds thoughts of tomorrow, immediate and future … embrace them with enthusiasm!  

֎ Aging Tip of the Month: Dick Van Dyke is the epitome of 39 and Holding philosophy, “… how I have managed to grow old, even very old, without growing up, and the answer is this: I haven’t grown up. I play. I dance with my Inner Child. Every day.” (From his book, Keep Moving …) 

֎ Aging with ATT-i-tude Platitude  
We know not what tomorrow holds—or even the next hour—so as my generation once coined, “Let’s Live for Today”* and trust that tomorrow will take care of itself.**   ~ L. Rochelle  

**That of course, doesn't mean to live today recklessly; but we often forget to enjoy today for all it holds. Regardless of how much you plan, tomorrow is still an unknown. (*“Let’s Live for Today” by The Grass Roots, 1967.) 

Happy UN-Birthday 39ers ~ DECEMBER 2025 ~ Reflect, Rejuvenate & Rejoice!
       This one’s for you, kids – Linda, Ken and Kevin!   

Celebrate 39 & Holding Day
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NUTS & BOLTS: And dear readers, I just want you to know that I try my best to create an informative, aesthetically creative article for you each month. However, Blogger is not a professional hosting site—but they’re free through Google. So we’re stuck with their crummy platform that doesn’t work well to manipulate images with writing, especially if you aren’t a techie who knows HTML. Trust me, I’ve tried for years to write articles without gaps between paragraphs and even between sentences. Sigh. Maybe I’ll win the lottery and be able to afford a professional hosting site someday.

LinDee Rochelle is a writer and editor by trade, and author by way of Rock & Roll. She has published two books (of three) in her Blast from Your Past series, available on Amazon: Book 1 (currently eBook only, until updated) – Rock & Roll Radio DJs: The First Five Years 1954-1959; and Book 2 (eBook, print & color!) – Rock & Roll Radio DJs: The Swinging Sixties. Coming soon (eventually) … The Psychedelic Seventies!

*Important Message: Any data, links, or opinions on this site are for your information only and does not constitute legal or medical expertise of any kind. My proficiency is writing and sensible reporting. Period. All links have been vetted, but as always, please use information, links, or my skewed opinions at your own risk.
            RE: AI – The Blast from Your Past site has never and will never (knowingly) be written or assisted, by Artificial Intelligence. It’s just stupid ol’ “I” and I enjoy writing these articles. They soothe my soul. So why would I hand that indulgence over to an artificial, soulless entity that can’t feel pleasure?!

Are you a 39er this month? Welcome to the 39 and Holding Club! Feel free to share your UN-birthday comments below (click on Comments or if it says No Comments, click that to be the first) and tell us how you really feel about your age and aging. Keep the stories coming!

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39ers Aging with ATTitude August 2025

 

August’s Endless Summer Magic Isn’t Solitary, 39ers!

08/18/25: Finally! Still not gonna post a sad photo of me with my foot elevated in a post-op “shoe”; suffice it to say, life hasn’t cooperated with my plans this month. However, August’s 39er fun has arrived! What’s left of it … sigh. It is still worth a full article of 39er Zodiac star gazing, monthly special days, and a few life perspectives. Let’s get to it …

֎ Celebrating AUGUST 39ers ~ And More! 
Happy UN-Birthday August 39ers! ♪ And many more… ♪ May your future be as bright as the Summer sun. Let’s party!

We’re wrapping up our 2025 Endless Summer with more fun in the sun (even if you never go outside!) and late, but still viable entertainment for all 39ers. But first, for our August UN-birthday partiers …

August’s 39er Stars of the Sky  

Leo (07/23-08/22) and Virgo (08/23-09/22) vie for the spotlight in the Summer sun, as we speed around the Zodiac and zip through the stars. Our dear Lions finish up their feature month by the 22^nd, convincing everyone how creative they are and roaring into the next three months, implementing their new projects with ease. And are you Leos in sync with your loved ones? If not, don’t be afraid to compromise with transparency. The outcome could be heartwarming.

On the 23^rd, we spin into Virgo’s efficiency sign to find them empowered over expenses and keeping a watchful eye on their cash flow. They’re very good at maintaining a healthy financial stream. Once they’re convinced all is good, they’ll turn to finishing up a health issue and with the New Moon in their sign (23^rd), make time to settle relationships. Be there for them.

Need to buy an UN-birthday gift for your Leo or Virgo fabulous friend? Befitting their fiery red and gold nature, anything regal will do for the King of the Jungle. Just the opposite, earthy Virgo looks great in any shade of green or golden-brown. Or with the August verdant green peridot gemstone set in gold, you can’t go wrong for both signs.

And generally speaking, that New Moon in Virgo also signals to all of us, a time for giving somewhat serious thought to somber September and all the trappings of Fall. Oh, not that Fall can’t be fun! You know we’ll make it so. It’s just back to school, back to work … with daydreaming moments of our memorable Endless Summer.

♪ August’s Vintage Song of Note ♪  

As I researched interesting stories for our vintage Song of Note, I discovered that two songs on the KNDE/Sacramento, California, “Rock Kandie” music chart of August 27, 1975, credited the oft-celebrated Polish composer and brilliant pianist, Frederic Chopin (1810-1849), for inspiration and hit-making qualities. Decidedly not Rock & Roll, but like I always say, Rock is a melting pot of musical genres, including Classical. So to help diminish our frustration of August’s tardiness, enjoy our double-whammy Songs of Note …

Highest on the chart at #11 and still rising at KNDE, is the Carpenters’ “Solitaire.” The centuries-old card game soothed the tortured soul of Philip Cody, who penned the cathartic lyrics  in reference to his recent divorce. Neil Sedaka, a fan of Chopin, integrated his musical art into the ballad’s composition. That’s a heavy-thinking burden to load up on a song!
       But Karen Carpenter’s smooth delivery is a perfect complement and made it a 1975 hit for her and her brother. Since, it’s been recorded by more than 90 artists. ♪ … While life goes on around him everywhere | He's playing solitaire … ♪ Hmmm, I do that just for life in general!  

On the other hand, prolific and versatile singer/songwriter, Barry Manilow, manifested “Could It Be Magic” just starting up the chart at #27. Manilow admits he began the tune, inspired by Chopin’s Prelude Op. 28, No. 20 he’d been playing on the piano. In fact, it’s incorporated note-by-note in his tune. But I’m not sure how Chopin would react to it!
       Throughout the song, and in adding the lyrics, Manilow built on a crescendo from start to finish … and as everything in ‘70s music pertained to sex, drugs, and/or Rock & Roll … he purposely ended it with a climax that even he called a “musical orgasm.” At least, that’s how he hoped listeners felt. And this is the only part of the lyrics I felt could be used in a “family” article 😊 ♪ … Now, now, oh now, now oh now and hold on fast | Could this be the magic at last … ♪   

Whether you’re playing solitaire in your alone time, or conjuring spells while you meditate on your future, hope you enjoyed our dynamic-duo of ‘70s songs ... read more tuneful vintage tidbits to manifest your memories and/or meet the iconic music that keeps the Rock Rockin’ from 50 Years Ago this Month!  

֎ More AUGUST Fun for Everyone 
SO much fun for your Inner Child this month! It is, after all, the final official month of Summer, and we’ll help you enjoy every minute, or even make it an Endless Summer …

It isn’t too late to have some fun with this month’s “Arrr-gust” International Pirate Month! If you’re a Facebook fan, the sponsored link will send you off the plank—in an amusing way. They really get into it.

But if all that “Captain Jack Sparrow” stuff (ya know, the Pirates of the Caribbean cad) isn’t for you, have a sit-down with yourself to contemplate, What Will Be Your Legacy Month. Though no longer with an official sponsor, 39AHC has it covered for you! The special link is to our Boomer Legacy page, where you will find gentle nudging and helpful tips to write your “Living Legacy.” We all have a story—some may be more exciting than others, but they (we) are all important. Start now. Record your legacy. 

Early August special days I missed, but hopefully you didn’t:

Friday ~ August 1^st: Do ya like to tip an ale or two now and then? Do it today! It’s International Beer Day! And on a Friday, no less. Interestingly, the sponsoring link is Wiki. I’m not gonna lie … I tip a few beers now & then … and it doesn’t matter what brand, type, or flavor. I am non-discriminatory. My family is Irish—a little (or lot) imbibing comes with heritage—and I can say that because I can also take a joke about it. Cheers! Sláinte! 

Week of August 1^st ~ 7^th: What?! I missed International Clown Week? Stupid toe. Love ‘em or hate ‘em, it’s an official designation, as quoted from the dry and decidedly not funny, link on Wiki. Re: National Clown Week: “On October 8, 1970, Public Law 91-443 under the 91st Congress, JJR 26 was passed by both the House and Senate and was sent to President Richard Nixon for his signature. The joint resolution was signed into law by President Nixon on August 2, 1971.” Surely, there is a more fun way to celebrate clowns.

Saturday ~ August 9^th: Got a fishing pole? Ready to head out to your nearest lake for some Full Sturgeon Moon Magic? Don’t know what a sturgeon is? They’re a large (up to 7-12’!) yummy and once-plentiful freshwater fish found in many pockets across America. Prehistoric-looking, it indeed, originated around 136 million years ago. What does it mean for you? The effects of this moon will last well into the latter part of the month as a reminder that life today and yesterday is all connected. Make the most of it.  

So let’s move now, into the latter half of August to wind up our Endless Summer …

Week of August 12^th – 26^th: Shhhhh, don’t tell them that’s two weeks, not one, but regardless, they’re calling it World Photography Week. That’s OK. Gives us more time to take great Summer pics! It’s also
a build-up to World Photography Day on the 19^th and time to post your pics on any social media with #WorldPhotographyWeek2025 (and more) and they’ll post the most-liked pics on their site. See their info for details!

Saturday ~ August 23^rd: Rhymes with Find Your Inner Nerd Day. The perfect day for you if your 39er Inner Child is a nerd! The sponsor founded the day and tagged herself as Your Nerdy Best Friend. Go check it out and enjoy wallowing in all the tech stuff she can teach you!

Saturday ~ August 23^rd: When you’ve sated your Inner Nerd Child, enjoy the evening in New Moon Musings. Always signifying a fresh start, August’s New Moon gives you an opportunity to review the past month and plot your course for the next. Enjoy the mental boost!

Wednesday ~ August 27^th: This may be my new favorite day! It’s as inane as they come and everyone can return to their childhood memories on World Rock Scissors Paper Day! I kid you not! It’s a real day … and … it has moved out of childhood game play to professional—and joyful—friendly competition status. Check it out. It isn’t just for 39ers, and if nothing else, it’s a fun excuse for dodging work.

֎ Aging with ATT-i-tude Platitude  
When life feels boring and tedious, remember your best Endless Summer and bask in its sunshine with your Inner Child. ~ L. Rochelle 

Happy UN-Birthday 39ers ~ AUGUST 2025 ~ Better Late than Never!
       This one’s for you, kids – Linda, Jim, Stephanie, and Tanya!  

Celebrate 39 & Holding Day 
Flaunt your 39er ATT-i-tude 39 & Holding Gifts! 
Chat on X/Twitter: @39HoldingClub

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And dear readers, I just want you to know that I try my best to create an informative, aesthetically creative article for you each month. However, Blogger is not a professional hosting site—but they’re free through Google. So we’re stuck with their crummy platform that doesn’t work well to manipulate images with writing, especially if you aren’t a techie who knows HTML. Trust me, I’ve tried for years to write articles without gaps between paragraphs and even between sentences. Sigh. Maybe I’ll win the lottery and be able to afford a professional hosting site someday.

LinDee Rochelle is a writer and editor by trade, and author by way of Rock & Roll. She has published two books (of three) in her Blast from Your Past series, available on Amazon: Book 1 (currently eBook only, until updated) – Rock & Roll Radio DJs: The First Five Years 1954-1959; and Book 2 (eBook, print & color!) – Rock & Roll Radio DJs: The Swinging Sixties. Coming soon (eventually) … The Psychedelic Seventies!

*Important Message: Any data, links, or opinions on this site are for your information only and does not constitute legal or medical expertise of any kind. My proficiency is writing and sensible reporting. Period. All links have been vetted, but as always, please use information, links, or my skewed opinions at your own risk.

Are you a 39er this month? Welcome to the 39 and Holding Club! Feel free to share your UN-birthday comments below (click on Comments or if it says No Comments, click that to be the first) and tell us how you really feel about your age and aging. Keep the stories coming!

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