Yup - I'm Old
Mar 14, 2013 06:44:36 #
As I've aged, I've become kinder to, and less critical of, myself. I've become my own friend.
I have seen too many dear friends leave this world, too soon; before they understood the great freedom that comes with aging.
Whose business is it, if I choose to read, or play on the computer, look at hundreds of photos from people I don't really know on UHH until 4 AM, or sleep until noon? I will dance with myself to those wonderful tunes of the 50s, 60s & 70s, and if I, at the same time, wish to weep over a lost love, I will.
I will walk the beach, in a swim suit that is stretched over a bulging body, and will dive into the waves, with abandon, if I choose to, despite the pitying glances from the jet set. They, too, will get old.
I know I am sometimes forgetful. But there again, some of life is just as well forgotten. And, eventually, I remember the important things.
Sure, over the years, my heart has been broken. How can your heart not break, when you lose a loved one, or when a child suffers, or even when somebody's beloved pet gets hit by a car? But broken hearts are what give us strength, and understanding, and compassion. A heart never broken, is pristine, and sterile, and will never know the joy of being imperfect.
I am so blessed to have lived long enough to have my hair turning gray, and to have my youthful laughs be forever etched into deep grooves on my face. So many have never laughed, and so many have died before their hair could turn silver.
As you get older, it is easier to be positive. You care less about what other people think. I don't question myself anymore. I've even earned the right to be wrong.
So, to answer your question, I like being old. It has set me free. I like the person I have become. I am not going to live forever, but while I am still here, I will not waste time lamenting what could have been, or worrying about what will be. And I shall eat dessert every single day (if I feel like it).
Sarge69
I have seen too many dear friends leave this world, too soon; before they understood the great freedom that comes with aging.
Whose business is it, if I choose to read, or play on the computer, look at hundreds of photos from people I don't really know on UHH until 4 AM, or sleep until noon? I will dance with myself to those wonderful tunes of the 50s, 60s & 70s, and if I, at the same time, wish to weep over a lost love, I will.
I will walk the beach, in a swim suit that is stretched over a bulging body, and will dive into the waves, with abandon, if I choose to, despite the pitying glances from the jet set. They, too, will get old.
I know I am sometimes forgetful. But there again, some of life is just as well forgotten. And, eventually, I remember the important things.
Sure, over the years, my heart has been broken. How can your heart not break, when you lose a loved one, or when a child suffers, or even when somebody's beloved pet gets hit by a car? But broken hearts are what give us strength, and understanding, and compassion. A heart never broken, is pristine, and sterile, and will never know the joy of being imperfect.
I am so blessed to have lived long enough to have my hair turning gray, and to have my youthful laughs be forever etched into deep grooves on my face. So many have never laughed, and so many have died before their hair could turn silver.
As you get older, it is easier to be positive. You care less about what other people think. I don't question myself anymore. I've even earned the right to be wrong.
So, to answer your question, I like being old. It has set me free. I like the person I have become. I am not going to live forever, but while I am still here, I will not waste time lamenting what could have been, or worrying about what will be. And I shall eat dessert every single day (if I feel like it).
Sarge69
Mar 14, 2013 06:55:19 #
Mar 14, 2013 07:07:55 #
Don't know your age, mine is 67, and I fully agree with your wisdom. Itis how I've been living my life--and you know what----I'm loving every second of it.
When I finally hit the grave, I want to roar into it on bruised knees, skinned elbows and shout to everyone---"Man what a ride!"
Love your words of wisdom.
Larry
When I finally hit the grave, I want to roar into it on bruised knees, skinned elbows and shout to everyone---"Man what a ride!"
Love your words of wisdom.
Larry
Mar 14, 2013 07:23:05 #
treadwl wrote:
Don't know your age, mine is 67, and I fully agree with your wisdom. Itis how I've been living my life--and you know what----I'm loving every second of it.
When I finally hit the grave, I want to roar into it on bruised knees, skinned elbows and shout to everyone---"Man what a ride!"
Love your words of wisdom.
Larry
When I finally hit the grave, I want to roar into it on bruised knees, skinned elbows and shout to everyone---"Man what a ride!"
Love your words of wisdom.
Larry
I'm closer to 71 than 70 - nuff said.
Sarge69
Mar 14, 2013 08:06:13 #
Just turned 77. Life is good. All my friends are running on replacement parts but they're still ticking. I'm going to have to live at least 20 more years to complete my bucket list. one that has become both satisfying and frustrating is tracking down my ancestors. One thing I've learned is that you had to go where you went before to get where you are now.
J D
J D
Mar 14, 2013 11:12:13 #
Always eat dessert FIRST! (It's a law, ya know.) Thanks for the endearing post - those hundreds of people you've never met, are watching in rapt attention. Your trek to Vietnam, your humorous posts, and your avatar have brought a lot of smiles. You will live forever, my friend...forever. And thank you.........
Mar 14, 2013 11:38:04 #
HEART wrote:
Always eat dessert FIRST! (It's a law, ya know.) Thanks for the endearing post - those hundreds of people you've never met, are watching in rapt attention. Your trek to Vietnam, your humorous posts, and your avatar have brought a lot of smiles. You will live forever, my friend...forever. And thank you.........
OK Folks - check out the above. You have now met my BFF ( Best Friend Forever ) whose statement I will continue to endeavor to fulfill.
Sarge69
Mar 15, 2013 05:30:52 #
Mar 15, 2013 06:05:34 #
Mar 15, 2013 06:15:20 #
I'm closer to 71 than 70 - nuff said.
Old? I hope not, I'm only 1 year your junior!
Keep posting, keep young!
Old? I hope not, I'm only 1 year your junior!
Keep posting, keep young!
Mar 15, 2013 06:27:43 #
HEART wrote:
Always eat dessert FIRST! (It's a law, ya know.) Thanks for the endearing post - those hundreds of people you've never met, are watching in rapt attention. Your trek to Vietnam, your humorous posts, and your avatar have brought a lot of smiles. You will live forever, my friend...forever. And thank you.........
I second that!
Mar 15, 2013 06:49:46 #
Thanks, Sarge. As a young (in mind, hopefully) 76 I appreciate your masterful declaration of the benefits gained by growing older. Amen.
Mar 15, 2013 07:16:46 #
Mar 15, 2013 07:40:54 #
Mar 15, 2013 07:50:00 #
berchman
Loc: South Central PA
Yeah, wonderful old age. Some things don't work anymore and delicious young things are out of reach.
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