Life The getting older doesn't really suck thread - Page 11

Dr. Johnny Fever · 11-08-2011, 09:26 PM

I've been thinking about this topic lately and a couple of my posts today have reffered to age so now I'm thinking about it more. I know there are a lot more middle aged people around here than many of us realize and I'm curious about some of your thoughts if you fit into the category.

I'm 42. Like every damn kid I thought this age was light years away when I was in my 20's. I hated turning 30 because it felt like I was officially losing my "youth." However turning 40 didn't bother me nearly as much. By then then I guess I had more perspective... and perspective I've discovered means everything.

I have some gray in my hair and beard now and I used to hear people say it makes you looks distinguished. I thought that was a nice way of saying you're starting to look old. You know what? It does actually make you look distinguished. However that may be that perspective thing coming into play I realize.

At work I'm the immediate supervisor for 6 people... all younger... and they call me the father figure of the station and look to me for leadership and direction that in my younger days I wasn't nearly as equipped to provide. Rather than that making me feel old though it makes me feel good. I didn't expect that. It might help that I can still party with them if I want and am invited too heh.

My chosen career does keep me young naturally so I do have that going for me... which is nice (Carl the groundskeeper).

No crows feet yet... a little pudge but that's what happens when you drink beer and plenty of younger folks have it a lot worse than me... I don't have aches and pains and I feel real good most of the time. If I don't it's usually my own fault.

So this getting older thing isn't so damn bad. Not at all. I wouldn't trade the things I've learned from experience and the persepctive I've gained with age and the calm and cool I've achieved though living through some things with youth again any day. I don't remember who said it but one of my favorite quotes is "youth is wasted on the young."

I'm growing older gracefully I'm proud to say and it kind of rocks.

Any of you other old timers care to chime in?

**Predarat** · 11-09-2011, 11:57 AM

Its all a matter of perspective, if your my age and have a good family/life partner, successful career, able to do things you like you might feel good about where you are. But dealing with failed marriage/relationships, mediocre or worse career path then where you want to be, lost things you have gained, it can really suck. Sometimes I feel like 10 years have gone down the shitter without much to show for it.

memyselfI · 11-09-2011, 11:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Predarat

Its all a matter of perspective, if your my age and have a good family/life partner, successful career, able to do things you like you might feel good about where you are. But dealing with failed marriage/relationships, mediocre or worse career path then where you want to be, lost things you have gained, it can really suck. Sometimes I feel like 10 years have gone down the shitter without much to show for it.

I would argue that could happen at any age between 18-98.

4th and Long · 11-09-2011, 11:59 AM

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That is what is really cool about the Mrs. sticking with me through all of this, that is her job and she does it well.

How romantic.

"You know honey, I'm sure glad I married you."

"Why dear? Is it because of my looks? My sense of humor? My cooking?"

"Nope. Cuz you remember to make me take me meds."

**Predarat** · 11-09-2011, 12:02 PM

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Originally Posted by memyselfI

I would argue that could happen at any age between 18-98.

Thats true, hopefully in 4-5 years I will have a better point of view.

Frosty · 11-09-2011, 12:08 PM

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That must have been the computer, couldn't have been me.

Yeah, that's what all the old folks say.

bricks · 11-09-2011, 01:02 PM

I'm not exactly an old folk but I'll chime in on what I think about getting older. Imo, getting older is like anything else it has its pros & cons.The unfortunate reality about getting old is that your body physiologically wears down with age. That kinda sucks because you won't be able to function the same way you did when you were younger and are limited when it comes to certain activities. The good news about getting old is that with age you gain conventional wisdom but because of health deterioration issues you lose a bit of enthusiasm along the way. Whereas, when your younger your body is strong, in better health, and full of enthusiasm. But, you lack conventional wisdom. That's the trade off between youth and old age.

**HemiEd** · 11-09-2011, 01:06 PM

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Originally Posted by 4th and Long

How romantic.

"You know honey, I'm sure glad I married you."

"Why dear? Is it because of my looks? My sense of humor? My cooking?"

"Nope. Cuz you remember to make me take me meds."

Its ****ing true, she even kits them all up in those weekly box things, AM and PM. I am good 'til she gets so senile she screws it up, then I am screwed.

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Yeah, that's what all the old folks say.

I learnin, strange how that happens.

Your kids involved in sports?

Frosty · 11-09-2011, 01:17 PM

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Your kids involved in sports?

Nope. They just have no interest. They played youth football for a year (4th and 6th grade at the time). My oldest snapped his arm in one of the games and was done, though he did do track in the 8th grade.

My youngest puts a ton of effort in stuff like Knowledge Bowl, Science Bowl and Math is Cool. He has placed numerous times in state for Math Is Cool and his team won state last year for Science Bowl and got go to Washington, DC to compete in the national competition (the Dept of Energy puts it on and competing nationally can lead to scholarships and internships).

Frosty · 11-09-2011, 01:18 PM

BTW, one freaky thing about getting older is when people in your age bracket start dying of heart disease and cancer and it isn't considered unusual.

**HemiEd** · 11-09-2011, 01:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Frosty

Nope. They just have no interest. They played youth football for a year (4th and 6th grade at the time). My oldest snapped his arm in one of the games and was done, though he did do track in the 8th grade.

My youngest puts a ton of effort in stuff like Knowledge Bowl, Science Bowl and Math is Cool. He has placed numerous times in state for Math Is Cool and his team won state last year for Science Bowl and got go to Washington, DC to compete in the national competition (the Dept of Energy puts it on and competing nationally can lead to scholarships and internships).

That is really cool that he likes the books, really cool congrats. Has he always been that way, or is it a product of something you guys did?

Frosty · 11-09-2011, 01:41 PM

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That is really cool that he likes the books, really cool congrats. Has he always been that way, or is it a product of something you guys did?

Well, part of it is that both of his parents are nerds, so he probably comes by it naturally. However, he really took to the competition which is something that I didn't like to do in school.

The funny thing is that when he was in grade school, he was kind of an indifferent student. He had trouble concentrating so didn't like to read. Six years ago, we took both boys off of gluten and they both became better students almost right away. The youngest is also now a voracious reader as well as a 4.0 student.

My oldest is also a 4.0 student in advanced classes but is also a bit of a video game slacker and refuses to do much outside of class. Hopefully he can get an after school job soon to start earning some college money but the job market around here sucks, even for the minimum wage jobs.

Dr. Johnny Fever · 11-09-2011, 02:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Frosty

BTW, one freaky thing about getting older is when people in your age bracket start dying of heart disease and cancer and it isn't considered unusual.

This... plus at my age I think I'm suppossed to start getting my butt and prostate checked every so often... but I don't really want to...

Frosty · 11-09-2011, 02:33 PM

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Originally Posted by beer me

This... plus at my age I think I'm suppossed to start getting my butt and prostate checked every so often... but I don't really want to...

I think it's 50 unless you have a family history of prostate disease or colon problems.

Dr. Johnny Fever · 11-09-2011, 02:38 PM

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I think it's 50 unless you have a family history of prostate disease or colon problems.

Oh well good my butt and balls are safe from unwanted intrusion for a while longer. Thanks man... that's a load off.

lcarus · 11-09-2011, 02:48 PM

You know what makes me feel old? I just heard the Black Crowes on a strictly classic rock station.

11-08-2011, 09:26 PM
Dr. Johnny Fever stax of wax Join Date: Feb 2004 Casino cash: $10004900	The getting older doesn't really suck thread I've been thinking about this topic lately and a couple of my posts today have reffered to age so now I'm thinking about it more. I know there are a lot more middle aged people around here than many of us realize and I'm curious about some of your thoughts if you fit into the category. I'm 42. Like every damn kid I thought this age was light years away when I was in my 20's. I hated turning 30 because it felt like I was officially losing my "youth." However turning 40 didn't bother me nearly as much. By then then I guess I had more perspective... and perspective I've discovered means everything. I have some gray in my hair and beard now and I used to hear people say it makes you looks distinguished. I thought that was a nice way of saying you're starting to look old. You know what? It does actually make you look distinguished. However that may be that perspective thing coming into play I realize. At work I'm the immediate supervisor for 6 people... all younger... and they call me the father figure of the station and look to me for leadership and direction that in my younger days I wasn't nearly as equipped to provide. Rather than that making me feel old though it makes me feel good. I didn't expect that. It might help that I can still party with them if I want and am invited too heh. My chosen career does keep me young naturally so I do have that going for me... which is nice (Carl the groundskeeper). No crows feet yet... a little pudge but that's what happens when you drink beer and plenty of younger folks have it a lot worse than me... I don't have aches and pains and I feel real good most of the time. If I don't it's usually my own fault. So this getting older thing isn't so damn bad. Not at all. I wouldn't trade the things I've learned from experience and the persepctive I've gained with age and the calm and cool I've achieved though living through some things with youth again any day. I don't remember who said it but one of my favorite quotes is "youth is wasted on the young." I'm growing older gracefully I'm proud to say and it kind of rocks. Any of you other old timers care to chime in?
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bricks Hey Teacher! Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: land of maple syrup Casino cash: $9722559	I'm not exactly an old folk but I'll chime in on what I think about getting older. Imo, getting older is like anything else it has its pros & cons.The unfortunate reality about getting old is that your body physiologically wears down with age. That kinda sucks because you won't be able to function the same way you did when you were younger and are limited when it comes to certain activities. The good news about getting old is that with age you gain conventional wisdom but because of health deterioration issues you lose a bit of enthusiasm along the way. Whereas, when your younger your body is strong, in better health, and full of enthusiasm. But, you lack conventional wisdom. That's the trade off between youth and old age. Last edited by bricks; 11-09-2011 at 01:09 PM..
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