Seniors in the workplace are a reality of our time ("Another day older, and still at work," Jan. 8). Can we manage to acknowledge their place as earners without using a pitying tone?
Letter of the Day (Jan. 15): Working seniors
January 14, 2012 at 11:00PM

Another day older? Yes, living is aging, and the process applies to all of us.
That includes actress Betty White, who soon will turn 90 and will celebrate with a comedy special challenging the notion of "those poor old seniors."
The seniors who are over 70 and still punching a clock have something to contribute. Think of them as role models.
From my interactions with working seniors, I've noted deep reserves of self-control and maturity. Other cultures call it wisdom.
These traits make seniors assets to a variety of businesses.
CHAR HOPELA, SAUK RAPIDS, MINN.