Moshe Posted February 13, 2019 Share Posted February 13, 2019 I fell asleep twice this week in front of the TV (during the day). Then I find out my wife was conspiring in the background to have the infamous scope shoved up my tuchus. Then there is a possibility of eye surgery coming up. 2 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZ Husker Posted February 13, 2019 Share Posted February 13, 2019 If this is your first rodeo with the camera you're still a young buck. 3 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MtnBiker Posted February 13, 2019 Share Posted February 13, 2019 I used to ride public transportation, daily. I knew I was in trouble when the younger women stopped sitting in the empty seat beside me and the ones who did were starting to gray. 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DWARREN123 Posted February 13, 2019 Share Posted February 13, 2019 It happens. Seems I was 25 one day then the next I was 66! 6 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Walt Longmire Posted February 13, 2019 Share Posted February 13, 2019 Had the scope 3 times now. And the cataract surgery. Had lunch at the Sr. Center today. Fried chicken. Naps are good. 3 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moshe Posted February 13, 2019 Author Share Posted February 13, 2019 Ptosis for is the eye surgery. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clancy Posted February 14, 2019 Share Posted February 14, 2019 I look around at the people when we go to the local diner and am shocked at how old they look now(I have been going to this diner for 30+ years). 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
minervadoe Posted February 14, 2019 Share Posted February 14, 2019 I've considered getting rid of all the mirrors in the house. Then, I realized that I'm the only person that I'm not invisible to. 4 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
janice6 Posted February 14, 2019 Share Posted February 14, 2019 I'm so old that nurses, dental assistants, Eye care specialists, young women in general, will now pat my shoulder, back, and touch my arm, since I believe they think they have nothing to fear from me. Sadly, they might be right. 6 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmax Posted February 14, 2019 Share Posted February 14, 2019 I am not a senior citizen, I am a seasoned citizen, just stick a fork and roll me over when I am done. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tadbart Posted February 14, 2019 Share Posted February 14, 2019 I used to joke that I hit 40, and 40 hit back. Man, if only I had that much energy and lack of strange aches and chronic pains. I sound like a bowl of rice crispies getting out of bed. I have a "good knee." My junk still works, I just don't chase. I'll run when I run out of bullets. I'm actually GLAD that the grey in my beard is starting to even out. My forehead is growing. EAR HAIR. Zero tolerance for bullshit. Sometimes money costs too much- meaning no, I won't work overtime. Yard day now takes all day. I just WISH I felt like I did at 40. 3 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dric902 Posted February 14, 2019 Share Posted February 14, 2019 I tell the wife that its like being a classic car. ...it’s not the years, it’s the mileage. . 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TBO Posted February 14, 2019 Share Posted February 14, 2019 I tell the wife that its like being a classic car. ...it’s not the years, it’s the mileage. . ... not to mention the crashes. Sent from my Jackboot using Copatalk 4 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dric902 Posted February 14, 2019 Share Posted February 14, 2019 5 minutes ago, TBO said: ... not to mention the crashes. Sent from my Jackboot using Copatalk Show me the Buttfax . 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TXUSMC Posted February 14, 2019 Share Posted February 14, 2019 I've noticed recently that I subconsciously avoid doing things that require me to get down on my knees... getting back up takes more effort than I care to admit. Used to have 20/15 eyesight... then needed readers... now, bifocals. And meds? Not even going there. I will say this... the journey to this point has been worth it. Been blessed with an awesome family, one career in which it was an honor to serve, and another which paid the bills and supported my shooting hobby. I've had it good, and still have it better than I deserve. Would love to do it all over again. 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Walt Longmire Posted February 14, 2019 Share Posted February 14, 2019 I don't even think about how I do things different. I just adapt. Can't bend over anymore. If something falls on the floor, I leave it until I feel better or there is more than one thing to pick up. Then get on my knees to get it. Lay on my back on the bed to put my socks and pants on. Often have to grab the dresser to help stand up in the morning, making all kinds of noise. I figure it's a real good day when I can wash and dry my feet when showering. That said, I snowshoed out in 3' of snow yesterday and fell a bunch of trees for the moose to eat. I was sweating like a pig and hurting like a mother. Yet today, I helped my grand daughter do a brake job on her car. Miraculously I'm not in pain from that. Now. Get off my lawn. 4 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duluth Posted February 14, 2019 Share Posted February 14, 2019 I'm in my early 50's. Justifying to my wife that the brand new Toyota truck I want to buy will last me the rest of my life. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duluth Posted February 14, 2019 Share Posted February 14, 2019 Oh...and as far as naps go...I call them "second sleeps". Naps are for old people. 2 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
refugeepj Posted February 14, 2019 Share Posted February 14, 2019 golden years my a$$ 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Huaco Kid Posted February 14, 2019 Share Posted February 14, 2019 I'm bundled up like an NHL goalie, ready to sashay through a steel mill. If you're on the river, wave to me. I'll be the guy at 200'. I'm like Peter Pan. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moshe Posted February 14, 2019 Author Share Posted February 14, 2019 8 hours ago, TXUSMC said: I've noticed recently that I subconsciously avoid doing things that require me to get down on my knees... getting back up takes more effort than I care to admit. Used to have 20/15 eyesight... then needed readers... now, bifocals. And meds? Not even going there. I will say this... the journey to this point has been worth it. Been blessed with an awesome family, one career in which it was an honor to serve, and another which paid the bills and supported my shooting hobby. I've had it good, and still have it better than I deserve. Would love to do it all over again. I don't like being on the floor. It is hell getting back up. Yes, there are so many meds, I have to consciously think of them all. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moshe Posted February 14, 2019 Author Share Posted February 14, 2019 Well, surgery is being scheduled. I am good with the IV sedation. No idea how long the recovery will be. But, it would be nice to see out without have the shades closed so to speak. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aomagrat Posted February 14, 2019 Share Posted February 14, 2019 As I was buying a new pair of shoes today, the thought crossed my mind that these may be the last pair I ever buy. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Walt Longmire Posted February 14, 2019 Share Posted February 14, 2019 I pay for the newspaper subscription 3 months at a time. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
janice6 Posted February 15, 2019 Share Posted February 15, 2019 6 hours ago, aomagrat said: As I was buying a new pair of shoes today, the thought crossed my mind that these may be the last pair I ever buy. I buy inexpensive shoes that I replace periodically, so that the economy has a vested interest in my good health. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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