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Does anyone feel old and useless with age?
Aging Well | Last Active: Sep 19 7:21am | Replies (598)Comment receiving replies
I was laying in bed this morning at 6:00 am and thinking is this what old age feels like, back ache, shoulder ache, kink in my neck etc., I thought get the hell out of bed and get ready to go to the woodlot, cutting and gathering with my son. I know I will be as tired when I get back but spending the day with my son in the quiet of the wood is terrific. I might not be as physically able as I was, but I still can help, even when I can’t do that just being there and giving advice etc is fulfilling in of itself. My point is we all have something to give even if it’s years of experience that those who can appreciate it, will.
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@grandmira you are very lucky to be able to spend an entire day with your son, and even give him advice. Kids these days feel they know everything and need no advice. It doesn’t take much to offend them either.
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Hello Grandmira,
I am 81 and have come to an understanding with myself that whatever physical limitations I have or will have in the future, will not affect my mental awareness of my life experiences to date. One can always help others with kindness, patience and acceptance in all interactions, especially with those unlike ourselves.
Getting "the hell out of bed" is our main determination to keep on keeping on. Thanks for your writing" It reminds me that life is a process and regardless the time anyone spends on this earth one can always contribute goodness toward others. See you in the woodlot...
Jofree