July 20, 2026. These words are from the heart (not from AI). I am 68 years old, warm-hearted and kind, gentle in spirit yet fiercely protective of those I love, physically and emotionally healthy and resilient, generous and forgiving, a lifelong explorer of traditions and practices related to healing and wisdom, a Buddhist meditation practitioner and teacher, father of two wonderful adult children, dog lover (but allergic to cats), health oriented (via diet, exercise, and sc