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Actually being sixty-five isn't so bad. As a matter of fact I rather like being called a sexagenarian. At this time of life it sounds like flattery.

James Humes

Actually being sixty-five isn't so bad. As a matter of fact I rather like being called a sexagenarian. At this time of life it sounds like flattery.

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About James Humes

James Humes may refer to:

James C. Humes (born 1934), co-author of the text on the Apollo 11 lunar plaque
Jim Humes, American judge
Jimmy Humes (born 1942), English professional footballer