He has had the same window cleaning round for 27 years since he came back from Canada.
2007-12-03 06:41:44 · 21 answers · asked by Anonymous in Arts & Humanities ➔ Genealogy
It`s all he really knows, he was a window cleaner in the army during ww2 and has travelled all over the world.
2007-12-03 06:54:50 · update #1
It`s all he really knows, he was a window cleaner in the army during ww2 and has travelled all over the world.
2007-12-03 06:54:51 · update #2
if he's happy let him be
2007-12-03 06:44:47 · answer #1 · answered by greenandred 3 · 9⤊ 0⤋
Well if he is happy and his health is in good condition, then I see no reason why he should. My grandfather is the same way he is 87 and also a world war two veteran, getting grandpa to standstill for anything is like trying to make the wind stop blowing. That generation of people will always be busy and tinkering with something its good for my grandpa, my mother tried to get him to slow down about 10 yrs ago and it drove him crazy he was bored, said he had to stay busy so we leave him be. He mostly just gardens now and works on his old '47 Ford Tractor and it keeps him happy. Just ask your grandfather what his wishes are and if he is in sound mind and body then honor those wishes, until it becomes time for you to make those decisions.
2007-12-03 07:10:23 · answer #2 · answered by Mitchell 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Well, you didn't mention anything besides his age. I mean you didn't mention his health, or whether he likes what he does, or even his living arrangements. I think this is something for your Grandfather to decide. Sometimes we do things not so much to make money at that age, but rather to stay moving. I'm sure you're Grandather might be inclined to settle down but simply prefers not to. My Grandmother still works, bless her heart, at 83. My Grandfather stopped at 80 for heatlh reasons, he started having car accidents too.
But to be honest sometimes, we all need to do something in our life. My grandfather would love to work again if he could. And to be honest, they would probably both like to see us Grandchildren more often. I know that makes them very happy just to get a phone call from me every day. And if you can go by and help with the groceries, or clean the house, or change the oil on the car, or mow the grass, or take them out to eat, they'd love it.
2007-12-03 17:26:47 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
My husband retired at 65 as per usual and now spends most of his time snoring in front of the television.
I drag him out most days for a small walk on the pretence of needing some milk or bread or posting letters, but it is very obvious how unfit and out of breath he has become.
He can't be bothered to wear anything except old jeans and one of his scruffy polo shirts (he has two wardrobes bursting with lovely clothes in which he once looked smart).
Please don't nag your grandfather to retire especially if he enjoys what he is doing - he obviously has social contact which is very important - and has no other active hobbies; it will condemn him to death by boredom.
2007-12-03 08:26:22 · answer #4 · answered by Veronica Alicia 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I admire him, as I did my own grandfather. He was a younger 82 and a nightwatchman of a local factory. The hill he had to climb for home was long and steep. I remember my aunt saying, 'Dad, why don't you give up that job of yours and retire?'
He got up from his chair and said sharply, 'Good God woman, if I give up this job, where will I find another at my age. That's the trouble with you youngsters, no common sense.'
My aunt wasn't too pleased, but the rest of us smiled. I loved him dearly and miss him.
Be proud of your grandfather and cherish him as he is, he's a one off....
2007-12-06 10:16:17 · answer #5 · answered by Poet 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
He's better off working. Retirement is a very difficult life transition. There are many who don't plan for their retirement & then begin to fail when they do.
My aunt retired at 86 y.o. 2 years ago.
Since then her mind & physical condition has deteriorated.
Her work maintained her self esteem; kept her physically active & not complaining about her physical ailments.
Kudos to him!
2007-12-03 07:28:00 · answer #6 · answered by knicname 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Well if he's happy doing what he's doing then good luck to him,I'd give him a pat on the back plus what would he do if he retired,just potter around,he's been doing his job for along time,he enjoys it he gets to meet all his regulars,I'm proud of him & I'm sure you are to.x
2007-12-03 06:49:10 · answer #7 · answered by kimble 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
If he's doing what he wants to be doing, let him alone! He's old enough to make his own choices about what he wants to do. My grandma is 89, and she still works in her gardens and at a local greenhouse full time in the summer.
2007-12-03 06:50:13 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 0⤋
Heck yeah it is! Geez go enjoy life, unless all he enjoys doing is cleaing windows. I'm planning on never working again as soon as I can.
2007-12-03 06:45:20 · answer #9 · answered by gamebolt 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
He must enjoy it otherwise he wouldn't do it. Chatting to customers and doing what he loves for so many years. Why deny him what he likes doing? Good on him.
2007-12-03 08:45:31 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Oh my gosh! 92 and still working ... good on him, if hes coping well, health wise then no i think its fantastic that he still does something that he enjoys... its better than sitting around all day at home! x
2007-12-03 06:47:33 · answer #11 · answered by Paige 2 · 5⤊ 0⤋