What's the secret to aging gracefully? It just might be a healthy sense of humor.

Living well in the "third third of life" surely includes a well-trained ability to not take yourself too seriously. These jokes, brief stories, and cartoons will help you keep an upbeat attitude as the years race by.

• "I knew I was getting older when I stopped lying about my age and started bragging about it."
• "I don't mind being called a senior citizen as long as I get the discount."
• "Being 102 years old has its benefits--no peer pressure."

If you're old enough to remember when the Dead Sea was only sick, don't be discouraged. Just spend a few minutes with this lighthearted collection that reminds you that regardless of your age, you still have plenty to chuckle about.