Change is a constant. Recognizing our age-dependent human needs and preparing for the predictable events common to each decade can help us avoid harm as we progress positively toward security and contentment. This book-an operator's manual for life- reveals how common everyone's paths really are by discussing the numerous life events that most of us encounter. It also highlights what we must consider, prepare for, and foster over our lives. Developing intellect and planning early can maximize success and minimize stress. Though many of us find that we are a bit behind in the game of life, there is always time to take steps in the right direction. Education and experience, coupled with the fear of God, are the roots of wisdom and should be a goal of every person. This book aims to provide the education necessary for such wisdom in hopes that enough people will adopt positive life practices such that more individual and communal successes can sweep over and make better our great nation.