I used to fear getting older, but now I know that these are the best years of my life in ways that I could not understand when I was younger. I have a much richer life than ever and I'm happy to be 54.
2007-11-07 09:50:38 · 23 answers · asked by Teresa 5 in Society & Culture ➔ Cultures & Groups ➔ Senior Citizens
I realized that my age was an asset when I became a senior citizen and got my first cup of free coffee. While I love my life as it is now, I just wish that I felt healthier. The knowledge I have gained over the years is unbelievable, especially since the advent of the personal computer, but the old body sadly is showing wear and tear.
2007-11-07 09:59:04 · answer #1 · answered by Diane B 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Well, I'll be 61 come January (2 months left to shop, kids). I felt it an asset the first time I got my 50 cent (10%) discount at Carls Jr. I haven't gotten much other discounts as most start at 65..... AND they check for ID !! :+(
I agree fully with JuJu that what ever your age, it's still better than the alternative.... I LOVE BIRTHDAYS!
I'm single, too and lookin' but if a 30 year old asked me to dinner, I'd go!! Especially if she was buying. :+)
The problem I see of finding someone my age to date (and having an LTR) is that most of us are set in our ways and hard to change. I've worked hard at being who I am and I like me. Melding into someone else's life is easier when we were younger and more flexible (in more ways than one).
I guess my biggest asset at my age is experience. I've been places, seen things, met people and hopefully gained experience and learned a lot in that time.
The liability, of course, is that I don't move as fast as I used to which may be a good thing. I don't make mistakes as fast, either.
Too bad that youth is wasted on the young. :+|
Dan
2007-11-07 11:26:53 · answer #2 · answered by Dan Bueno 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
On the whole I would agree with you. I have much more 'freedom' than in earlier years.
I can say what I want, do what I want, etc. and most ignore me...LOL
I have learned SO much and have such a better understanding of self and the SOME of the world, while concommitantly realizing how LITTLE I really DO know! lol
I enjoy the LITTLE things in life so much more now and so cognizant of nature and God's treasures and gifts.
The dwindling of the body? Well, guess there's always a price to be paid for most gifts in life :-)
I HAVE reached a point where now I am ready to share my life, once again with a mate...but alas, that is easier said than done at this age! lol
2007-11-07 10:05:02 · answer #3 · answered by sage seeker 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think I recognized that my age at 62 was a bonus because I started to receive Social Security and got Medicare when I was 65, both "incomes" save me in many ways. As I am disabled the Medicare comes in handy and provides for me in ways that I could never afford to pay for by myself. I also enjoy the "toned down" way of life that I now have. I do not miss the 5:30 A.M. Alarm Clock, and the bustle of the big city, nor do I miss the politics in the work place. Life is at last, Sweet!
2007-11-07 16:08:05 · answer #4 · answered by CJ 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't see being 60++ as an asset. I'm wiser but the price is far too dear. My life is good, I'm healthy, I can do pretty much as I please but I don't think being older is an asset and the older I get the less of an asset if will be.
2007-11-07 10:38:05 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Then I am happy for you. I will turn 60 next March and I still regard age as a liability, I want to be 25 again. I don't care what anybody else says, I had a great time at 25.
2007-11-07 10:10:06 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 6⤊ 0⤋
I'm afraid the richer life shows mainly on my waistline. I've never feared growing older. Losing my love, ah, that gives me pause. I've tried to remain cheerful. Doctors know that
happy people resist disease better than chronic grumblers; put another way, the surly bird gets the germ.
2007-11-10 19:17:05 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think I realized it until about a year after I turned 50 and I am 53 and yes, except for the illnesses I have, I feel more comfortable with myself and the world than I ever did before.
Wally is on a roll today and tonight!
Justme, I couldn't have said it better myself!
2007-11-07 16:10:48 · answer #8 · answered by Meeshmai 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm 51 and when I turned 40 I hated it. Now I enjoy the age I am. I just somehow feel more free. I don't worry so much about what others think of me, I want to be the best I can be for myself. I know it's not what I have that matters, but what I give back. I have learned much, but have so much more to learn. I want to be there when someone needs me, even if it's only to listen to their tears.
2007-11-07 10:14:55 · answer #9 · answered by luvspbr2 6 · 3⤊ 0⤋
i guess listening to y'all i am beyond the best years of my life. But it seems to be pretty good when my assets in a nice soft chair and that is not a liability.
2007-11-10 11:02:48 · answer #10 · answered by oldtimer 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋