Stuart Schulyer

dated 2007-10-02 | posted in columns | topic Lifestyle | permanent link

When asked the secret to his longevity, Stuart Schulyer, who turned 89 on September 26, answered, “Order the house wine. It’s just as good as the others and wait until you are 88 to have heart surgery.” Bounding with optimism, good humor and a life full of friends and adventure, Stuart epitomizes the positive spirit that generally graces those who live life to its fullest, longest and healthiest.

I have known Stuart for the 16 years I’v ...

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The Empty Bench

dated 2007-10-23 | posted in columns | topic Culture | permanent link

Two weeks ago, while we were walking through my friend’s upscale condominium complex in a suburb of Washington D.C., she spotted a former neighbor. Gabriella had been living in Paris for two years and was now back home to resume her job in the US.

“ John,” She said. “I’m so glad to see you…and surprised. I thought you and Carolyn had moved away from here.”

“Yes,” he relied haltingly with his head drooped down into his book. ...

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