because my grandma doesn't appreciate anything me, my mom and dad does for her. But her other kids and grand kids don't do anything for her. But are old people always bitter?
2006-10-09 12:38:28 · 14 answers · asked by ♥ Betty B♥ 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
No, they are not always, but just think. They probably get more and more frustrated everyday as they cannot do the things they used to do on their own. Sometimes they can't walk as well and are upset because they have to use a cane or a walker, if they will. Sometimes they just can't get in their car and go anymore. That is DEVASTATING to them, then if and when they have to go to a nursing home, they have to take items from their entire life, from their home and fit it in one small room. I'm sure your grandmother appreciates all you do for her, it's just hard for her to have to depend on someone else. The ones that don't do anything for her now, while they have the chance, will be filled with guilt someday. Keep in your heart forever all you do for her. Noone can ever take that away, I respect you. And remember, it seems "You always hurt the ones you love". Keep up the good work. God will reward you.
2006-10-09 12:51:30 · answer #1 · answered by mabell1025 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The correct term for "old people" is "the elderly". Not all elderly people are bitter. The reason why some of them are, though, is because they feel they are getting closer to the end of their lives and they don't have much to look forward to anymore. Or some of them are struggling with retirement; some don't have enough money to get by on retirement. It's really sad. But there are elderly people who are optimistic of their lives; they know that life is still worth living, and that no matter what age you are, it's just a number; it's really how young you feel at heart. Please don't ignore your grandmother's bitter feelings. Be there for her, share stories with her, let her know you appreciate her. Having optimistic people around her is the best thing you can do. Good Luck!
2006-10-09 12:46:33 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No dear, they are not but i understand your
disappointment...I am 80, (quite old uh ?) and
I appreciate every little things family and friends do for me...from a telephone call to ask
me how i am doing to a box of choccolates they
know i am fond of it. My children and my six
grandchildren are always around...and i love it!
They make me feel wanted and needed and i appreciate it and will be there for them until I live ! Be patient with your grandma...not everyone accept the old age in a graceful manner. It may be that she is too proud and to be dependent to your help makes her bitter.
2006-10-09 13:32:39 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
No, not all of them. My gma is the sweetest lady. She's tons of fun - she even water skis!! But I agree with you, a lot of times it seems like elderly people are a little bitter. Maybe she's upset about something else and it comes off as bitterness.
2006-10-09 12:41:37 · answer #4 · answered by incognito 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes and for good reason.
After 60 or so years of bullshit, finding out that half the things you were told are wrong and the other half don't mean squat, seeing the entire world you knew being turned upside down, watching your body turn upside down from what it once was, watching your life fritter away and now being discriminated against due to your age...
I'm bitter just knowing I'll be bitter when I get older.
2006-10-09 12:48:03 · answer #5 · answered by ModerndayMadman 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
missanony and mabell hit it on the spot. i have worked in assistant living homes in the past. the elder are people too, just put yourself in her shoes. also revaluate why she is "bitter" and remember she loves you regardless if she shows it.
ps, one thing i have learned is....the elderly have been around the block and have many stories to share. try talking with your grandma about her past, she will have many stories she can share with you and be able to pass on her wisdom. (maybe she would rather a talk with you than you doing for her)
2006-10-09 14:14:07 · answer #6 · answered by ? 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-11-27 03:26:08 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes we are
youth is wasted on the young
and
life is wasted on the living.
Oh sorry you said bitter( my ears aren't what they used to be)
Still think we're better.
M
Nobody's Grandma
2006-10-09 12:41:53 · answer #8 · answered by mesmerized 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Nah not always. For the most part, old people tend to think that you are doing for them what you SHOULD be doing. They are set in their ways and think that it is their time to sit back and let people do for them. I would talk to her about this and tell her that it hurts your feelings that you don't feel appreciated. Maybe she just doesn't realize that what she is doing.
2006-10-09 12:41:40 · answer #9 · answered by swtz69drmz 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no my grandma is not bitter at all
2006-10-09 12:41:52 · answer #10 · answered by Davy D 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋