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What are your tips for staying independent at your own home?
Aging Well | Last Active: Sep 10 4:41am | Replies (313)Comment receiving replies
I will be 89 years old in 16 days, yet I am still here. I sometimes compare myself to Old Man River. I just keep rolling along. I am so fortunate that I have retained all my cognitive abilities and am still able to drive my car to wherever I need to go - even on the freeway. I have no major illnesses. At times I have an ache or two, but nothing major. The absolute worst thing that ever happened to me was losing my husband of 59 years two years ago. I still miss and grieve for him deeply. I have remained in our home and intend to do so as long as possible. I still can do most things for myself, such as shopping for groceries, making meals, doing laundry, paying bills and taking care of my finances. I have a wonderful cleaning person who comes every three weeks. As long as I can maintain this style of living I am staying put.
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@thisismarilynb- And I don't blame you for staying put. Happy Birthday! Wow, 89years old and healthy. What a blessing you are. I know that it must be very difficult losing your husband. I lost mine just 5 months ago and we were married 45 years. And I want to stay put in my home for as long as possible too.
Good for you!!! That is wonderful! You are truly blessed! May you continue to live a healthy life!
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Good for you, Madame. I am 80 and worried about ageing and being able to do all that you do. My husband and I are considering a major move and I hope I have a strength and stamina to bash on regardless. We own and drive three Porcha cars and I don't want to give up my little Boxter as I know exactly how it reacts to all situarions but may have to as we are considering a two car garage as opposed to the three that we have. I know. Poor me. Sorry to whine...just spouting off for a moment.
Have a lovely day and stay well and safe.