I am 72 yrs old and one day was watching about 6 little kids all playing football in my old crack neighborhood. They were all falling around not doing anything right. My husband was a football coach for 40 years. So I was giving them tips and they were very polite and thankful. Sometimes when I walk by, I go over there and make them catch and throw a little while I give them suggestions, etc. They like it, learned a lot, and god knows in my neighborhood none of their crappy parents would go out there and play with them. Anyway, my daughter told me I look ridiculous doing it. Should I stop? Should I tell my daughter to shut the hell up? What would you do if you saw some 70 yr old woman out there with them? They're all about 7-11 yrs old.
2007-09-11 08:31:18 · 28 answers · asked by Anonymous in Family & Relationships ➔ Other - Family & Relationships
dont you dare stop!! i think that is too cool..you deserve a BIG HUG
2007-09-11 08:33:35 · answer #1 · answered by poodle mom 6 · 7⤊ 1⤋
I think you're only as old as you feel, and if you feel like playing football - GO FOR IT! You are probably providing some much needed quality time / attention for these children, so just tell your daughter you don't CARE what she thinks. I would LOVE to see my mother playing with her grandchildren, but she just doesn't do it. Never really has. (She'll be 79 next month.) I hope I'm still able to enjoy children like that when I'm your age!!
2007-09-11 08:35:47 · answer #2 · answered by Romans 8:28 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
From what you said about your neighborhood, it sounds like these kids need a good influence in their lives.... personally, I don't think it's stupid, and you shouldn't care about what others think either.... What you are doing for the kids is a good thing, and that's all that should matter
2007-09-11 08:35:47 · answer #3 · answered by patriroqt 2 · 4⤊ 0⤋
It really doesn't matter if they know how to play football right. It also doesn't matter if you "look ridiculous." The important thing is to have fun and make friends. Next time you pass by, make a small gesture and see if they invite you into their game. If not you can still be friendly. Children can always benefit from having an adult friend around who cares about them. I would also avoid language like "shut the hell up." A little grace goes a long way.
2007-09-11 08:39:41 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
More power to you. You know, those kids will remember that til THEY'RE 70! I hope I do that when I'm your age. Because of you, those kids will probably be more respectful of older people because they've seen that you really do care about your neighbors, and kids that aren't even your own. Your daughter should get out there and video it!!
2007-09-11 08:38:32 · answer #5 · answered by ? 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I just have to say this....."YOU ARE THE SHIZZNIT!!!" It's awesome what you are doing with those kids!! At least somebody is out there looking after them and giving them some pointer, obviously sounds like their own parents aren't doing it. As far as your daughter goes, maybe she's a bit jealous of you being out there, giving your all with little ones. Please ignore her, what you are doing is great, so don't stop until you are ready!! YOU GO GRANDMA!! There should be more people like you out there helping the little ones! Stay true to you, and what you do.
2007-09-11 14:23:47 · answer #6 · answered by prissy2u52 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Sorry to say this, but your daughter is the ridiculous one for saying such a thing. I think it is very generous of you to share your time, knowledge and skills with these disadvantaged children. One warning: if one of them gets hurt, and the parents are jerks, then you could get hit with a lawsuit. They'd probably lose, but still there is that risk.
Why don't you contact your local community center and see if there is a volunteer program where you could meet the kids there and play football?
2007-09-11 08:37:53 · answer #7 · answered by Signilda 7 · 2⤊ 1⤋
No silly!!! Don't stop! I'd love it if my neighbors came out and played with us :) Just as long as your not being creepy about it...like if they know you and say hi to you and stuff then its cool, but if your like the quiet older lady who doesn't ever go outside and nobody knows, then yeahh I'd probably stop...
Seriously though! That's so cool. Again, I wish my neighbors did that :)
Have fun!
2007-09-11 08:35:26 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
if you're up for it and enjoy it, and the kids are having a good time and being respectful, i say, have at it. so many of us pass the buck and think "someone else" will take care of things. i think it's great that you're willing to teach these kids a few things about football and humanity. who knows, maybe another neighbor will see what's going on and join in. you could start a trend. imagine that!
2007-09-11 08:37:07 · answer #9 · answered by racer 51 7 · 2⤊ 1⤋
If you love to help them, I'd say ignore her. You're able to pass knowledge onto the young from what you've learned. That's what I LOVE about elders! They know so much.
You should be proud of yourself at your age to be doing physical sports like that! My grandpa, 76 y/o, he runs with the dog haha. Embrace it!
2007-09-11 08:46:55 · answer #10 · answered by Ally 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
If the kids are having fun, and you're having fun... who's it hurting?
I think thats awesome, keep it up! That will be a great story for them to tell their kids one day :)
2007-09-11 08:38:42 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋