In 1967 when the Beatles released that song I was 13. 64 seemed very old and a long way off, but it seems quite young now that I am there. “Will you still need me, will you still feed me?”
I suppose I am needed. I can feed myself, but after 63 years of doing so I still manage the occasional food dribble down my shirt. I must keep practising. Today I practised with spaghetti vongole.
John Lennon wrote “Life is what happens while you are busy making other plans.” I think I need to make serious plans for the rest of my life…there is much to see and do.
PS.
Thank you for all the birthday messages. I have woken up to a gorgeous winter morning. Here is the view from my balcony.
My daffodils are drying in the sun after a rainy night…all is well with this little part of the world.
How to fit it all in, Debra. That’s the problem. I’m fast running out of time.
By: Coral Waight on March 1, 2017
at 1:29 am
Fitting in everything we want to do is becoming a problem.
By: Debra Kolkka on March 1, 2017
at 6:58 am
Your blog made me laugh. Lovely tempting meal. I’m in my sixties too. Living in the US now (British though), but still dream of Italy every day and get there as much as I can. Thanks for sharing.
By: Sandra on March 1, 2017
at 2:38 am
I have had all but one of my birthdays in Italy for the last 14 years. It was my 50th birthday when we first came to Bagni di Lucca and decided to buy here.
By: Debra Kolkka on March 1, 2017
at 7:01 am
Yea, we’re looking to buy too, for retirement. Tough from the US though! Glad you’re living the dream!
By: Sandra on March 1, 2017
at 2:02 pm
Isn’t that like the new 30? 😉
By: sunnydaysinseattle on March 1, 2017
at 2:54 am
Sounds good to me.
By: Debra Kolkka on March 1, 2017
at 7:01 am
Happy sweet 64!
By: sunnydaysinseattle on March 1, 2017
at 2:54 am
Thank you. I remember well being sweet 16…seems like only yesterday.
By: Debra Kolkka on March 1, 2017
at 7:02 am
We must be fellow Pisceans- I just turned 65 last Saturday! Happy birthday and you are definitely living the dream. ❤🇮🇹💙🇦🇺
By: Paula on March 1, 2017
at 2:58 am
Thank you, I know I am lucky and get to do great things
By: Debra Kolkka on March 1, 2017
at 7:02 am
Congratulations Debra on reaching 64 and I truly hope that you had a fantastic day…
“Doing the garden, digging the weeds, who could ask for more?
Will you still need me, will you still feed me, when I’m sixty-four?”
By: Barry McKenzie on March 1, 2017
at 3:44 am
Doing the garden sounds like a plan. I have 100 lavender plants to put along our driveway.
By: Debra Kolkka on March 1, 2017
at 7:03 am
I’m sensing a birthday … A toast to the fine lady! …. and as you remember, I was a bit more than a week ago.
By: aFrankAngle on March 1, 2017
at 3:49 am
Fellow Pisceans. I think 1953 was a good year.
By: Debra Kolkka on March 1, 2017
at 7:04 am
oh yes … 1953 was a very good year … and we are the evidence! … but, I’m Aquarian.
By: aFrankAngle on March 2, 2017
at 2:54 pm
I’m married to one of those.
By: Debra Kolkka on March 2, 2017
at 3:26 pm
After all, fish need water.
By: aFrankAngle on March 2, 2017
at 3:46 pm
You are in good company.
By: aFrankAngle on March 2, 2017
at 8:35 pm
Ha – indeed you are doing the garden and digging the weeds. Next time I slurp and slop my food I shall remember to beam at the assembled company and say “need more practice” – love it🤗
By: Jan on March 1, 2017
at 4:04 am
The garden at Casa Debbio is calling me right now,
By: Debra Kolkka on March 1, 2017
at 7:05 am
Happy Birthday Debra and hope you have many more Spaghetti Vongole dishes. I think you have an exciting and adventurous life. Going to Cabarita this weekend with a friend from Melbourne. Doing my Nia Dancing.
O yes I think now I am 61 I might need a big bib as I seem to be a bit of a dribbler these days. Embarrassed when I go to the dry cleaners with my shirts. ha!
All my love Helen from Brisbane Qld Australia.
By: Helen Ambrose on March 1, 2017
at 4:34 am
Thanks Helen. Have a great time at Cabarita, a wonderful par of the world.
By: Debra Kolkka on March 1, 2017
at 7:05 am
Happy birthday Deb
By: Jan Fabretti on March 1, 2017
at 4:53 am
Thank you. They come around awfully quickly.
By: Debra Kolkka on March 1, 2017
at 7:06 am
Life is short and you are doing the right thing by being so active and enjoying so much everything you do. It is the right attitude that will keep you young. Happy birthday, Debra! ❤️
By: Mulino Dominillo on March 1, 2017
at 5:21 am
Doing things you like to do is a great way to live. I am very lucky.
By: Debra Kolkka on March 1, 2017
at 7:06 am
If anyone is living their life to the fullest it is you. Happy Birthday Debra!!!
By: The Daily Cure on March 1, 2017
at 5:51 am
I like to keep busy.
By: Debra Kolkka on March 1, 2017
at 7:07 am
Doing the garden, digging the weeds
Who could ask for more
When I’m sixty-four?
Every summer we can rent a cottage on the
Isle of Wight or Tuscany….
Happy Birthday
Wishing you a great day and a great year ahead with lots of adventures
Mal and John
London (la Fontana-Verni)
By: Mal Valler-Feltham on March 1, 2017
at 6:15 am
Doing the garden, yes, digging the weeds, not so much. Jim is an excellent weed digger, fortunately.
By: Debra Kolkka on March 1, 2017
at 7:08 am
60 is the new 40! Happy Birthday fellow Piscean xx
By: kathyhill on March 1, 2017
at 6:32 am
I’ll take that. Happy birthday soon to a fellow Piscean.
By: Debra Kolkka on March 1, 2017
at 7:08 am
I must never forget that I am human!
By: Anonymous on March 1, 2017
at 6:33 am
I haven’t forgotten.
By: Debra Kolkka on March 1, 2017
at 7:09 am
Italy is obviously good for you. Many Happy Returns Lovely Lady 🙂
By: Andrea Waterhouse on March 1, 2017
at 7:48 am
I think Italy is a great place to be for your birthday.
By: Debra Kolkka on March 1, 2017
at 9:11 am
Ah, if everyone had such a full life … congrats on the landmark … you’re doing great!
By: karenincalabria on March 1, 2017
at 9:03 am
I try to pack as much in as I can. You only get one life.
By: Debra Kolkka on March 1, 2017
at 9:11 am
Happy Birthday dear Debra, and have a nice celebration, Thanks and Love, nia
By: niasunset on March 1, 2017
at 9:24 am
Thank you Nia. I hope all is well with you.
By: Debra Kolkka on March 1, 2017
at 9:31 am
Spaghetti vongole is one of my all time fav dishes. Don’t you think time seems to go faster the older you get! Your view from your balcony is beautiful. Have a very happy birthday.
By: janetknight57 on March 1, 2017
at 11:43 am
Yes, I agree that thshe time passes more quickly as you get older. I divide my year between 2 places. I think that also makes it seem like time is passing quickly. Anyway, we have to make the most of things, always.
By: Debra Kolkka on March 1, 2017
at 4:26 pm
So lucky..you are!🌟
By: Simply Splendid Food on March 1, 2017
at 11:51 am
Yes, I know I have an excellent life and I am grateful.
By: Debra Kolkka on March 1, 2017
at 4:27 pm
Happy birthday Debra. enjoy the 64… what you have walked and the path ahead.
By: maru clavier on March 1, 2017
at 11:54 am
I quite like this time of my life. Most of it has been pretty good.
By: Debra Kolkka on March 1, 2017
at 4:27 pm
Stunning view from your balcony Debra – such a lovely way to start your day. Happy Birthday, enjoy, have fun. Beautiful daffodils too.
Cheers
Robyn
PS: I’m a Beatles fan too!
By: italia4ever on March 1, 2017
at 1:09 pm
I grew up with The Beatles. It was a great decade.
By: Debra Kolkka on March 1, 2017
at 4:28 pm
Happy belated birthday, Debra.
By: dianepk on March 1, 2017
at 1:12 pm
Thank you. It was a lovely day here in Bagni di Lucca.
By: Debra Kolkka on March 1, 2017
at 4:28 pm
Happy 64th birthday to you, Debra, ugh I’ll be there in a few months.
By: corneliaweberphotography on March 2, 2017
at 3:08 am
Thank you. There isn’t much to be done about getting older, except making the most of it.
By: Debra Kolkka on March 2, 2017
at 6:18 am
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By: An Australian discovery | emmapalova on March 2, 2017
at 2:05 pm
Hope you had a wonderful Birthdat Debra! As my dad always says age is just a number. It is what is in your head and how you experience life that is important. 😊
By: thirdeyemom on March 2, 2017
at 10:51 pm
Thank you. I’m with your Dad.
By: Debra Kolkka on March 3, 2017
at 5:53 am
A belated happy birthday. Wishing you many more healthy and happy ones.
By: Karen on March 5, 2017
at 4:50 pm
Thank you…healthy is good.
By: Debra Kolkka on March 6, 2017
at 5:49 am
Wishing you a blessed (belated) birthday, and many more years of health and joy!
By: Stacy di Anna Pollard on March 6, 2017
at 2:37 pm
Thanks for your birthday message.
By: Debra Kolkka on March 27, 2017
at 12:22 pm
In such beautiful place where the soul and heart enjoy every moment, the age doesn’t matter. Many blessings to you and your family
By: Mohamad Al Karbi on March 27, 2017
at 12:08 pm
Age doesn’t matter at all. Thank you for your message.
By: Debra Kolkka on March 27, 2017
at 12:22 pm
I will always remember ho beautiful you were at 23. Peter Kunkel.
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By: peter kunkel on April 15, 2017
at 10:35 am
You actually met me when I worked at the Southport Library. I was 18. That was a long time ago!
By: Debra Kolkka on April 15, 2017
at 11:13 am
One of my favorite Beatles songs. Happy birthday to you!!
By: thebeatlesbae on May 14, 2017
at 8:00 pm
Thanks, I grew up with the Beatles.
By: Debra Kolkka on May 16, 2017
at 4:31 am
I am a 90’s kiddo but one could say I grew up with them too by listening to their music and reading about their history. It would be amazing to have really experienced the mania back in the day! Cheers!
By: thebeatlesbae on May 16, 2017
at 4:37 am
I was about 11 when I first heard them. The White Album was the first album I ever bought.
By: Debra Kolkka on May 16, 2017
at 4:48 am
Ohh, I love the White Album! While I love all 8 years of the Beatles music, I’d say their experiences in India and onward inspire me the most. It’s amazing how artists can experiment with their talents and take you to new places you’ve never been before! Revolver is another favorite.
By: thebeatlesbae on May 16, 2017
at 5:15 am