Thoughts about turning 70.
Is 70 really old?50 total reviews
Comment from Wayne Fowler
Nicely written. Good work.
"Of course, this idea is coming from our government." - Sorry. Credit came from banks. Remember when they used to send cards without even applying?
70 was nothing as far as doing things. What I 'have' noticed, though, is a definite change in sleep patterns - and not for the better.
Best wishes.
reply by the author on 04-Jan-2024
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Nicely written. Good work.
"Of course, this idea is coming from our government." - Sorry. Credit came from banks. Remember when they used to send cards without even applying?
70 was nothing as far as doing things. What I 'have' noticed, though, is a definite change in sleep patterns - and not for the better.
Best wishes.
Comment Written 03-Jan-2024
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So sorry, but the idea behind the digital currency goes from our government, and that's where I was coming from. Thank you for the understanding.
Comment from Wendy G
Loved your story. And yes, retiring from retirement sounds like a good plan. I am sure I am almost as busy as previously. Re turning seventy: I felt the same. I can remember thinking it would be quite impossibly old to be fifty! Didn't figure I would ever get there. And I did - long ago! Of course. old age doesn't begin till eighty or eighty-five these days!
Wendy
Edit: Age has not stopped be at all (me)
it's eaiser get into debt. (easier)
fisically responsible. (fiscally)
reply by the author on 04-Jan-2024
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Loved your story. And yes, retiring from retirement sounds like a good plan. I am sure I am almost as busy as previously. Re turning seventy: I felt the same. I can remember thinking it would be quite impossibly old to be fifty! Didn't figure I would ever get there. And I did - long ago! Of course. old age doesn't begin till eighty or eighty-five these days!
Wendy
Edit: Age has not stopped be at all (me)
it's eaiser get into debt. (easier)
fisically responsible. (fiscally)
Comment Written 03-Jan-2024
reply by the author on 04-Jan-2024
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I have made the corrections. I appreciate the help. I didn't edit this as much as I normally do. I only read over it three times. Thank you for the understanding.
Comment from lyenochka
Happy Birthday again to a very YOUNG 70-year-old. I'm glad you posted this and that you continue to be productive and keep doing all that you enjoy doing. Your mom and mine were born the same year and you have a few years ahead of me so your mom started really young. And I can't believe you already have a 26-year-old grandchild! You're right that grandchildren are the best!
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Happy Birthday again to a very YOUNG 70-year-old. I'm glad you posted this and that you continue to be productive and keep doing all that you enjoy doing. Your mom and mine were born the same year and you have a few years ahead of me so your mom started really young. And I can't believe you already have a 26-year-old grandchild! You're right that grandchildren are the best!
Comment Written 03-Jan-2024
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Mom was 21 when she had me. LOL Thank you for the understanding.
Comment from Pam Lonsdale
I found the comment by your mother relatable. My husband and I often say, "I can't believe we have a son who is 36." THAT is what makes us feel old, not our own age.
I have the same feelings about retirement - I'm busier now than I've ever been and all I want to do is write and knit. My husband has suggested I finally break down and get a housekeeper. I may take him up on that, as I've been cleaning house for over half a century.
I loved your ramblings, they're much the same as mine (except for the grandkids, which my kids tell me I will never have).
Happy birthday! That your mom has gotten to where she is bodes well for you; and if you keep going to the gym you'll get there with a body and mind that can still enjoy the things you want to do.
xo birthday girl:-)
Pam
reply by the author on 04-Jan-2024
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I found the comment by your mother relatable. My husband and I often say, "I can't believe we have a son who is 36." THAT is what makes us feel old, not our own age.
I have the same feelings about retirement - I'm busier now than I've ever been and all I want to do is write and knit. My husband has suggested I finally break down and get a housekeeper. I may take him up on that, as I've been cleaning house for over half a century.
I loved your ramblings, they're much the same as mine (except for the grandkids, which my kids tell me I will never have).
Happy birthday! That your mom has gotten to where she is bodes well for you; and if you keep going to the gym you'll get there with a body and mind that can still enjoy the things you want to do.
xo birthday girl:-)
Pam
Comment Written 03-Jan-2024
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Thank you for the understanding.
Comment from Douglas Goff
Goodness. I feel the same way at 54. I retired and got three jobs. Eeesh!
One catch:
Age has not stopped be at all. (me)
I enjoyed this a lot. That's why I'm sixing you again. Keep on keeping on, my friend.
D
reply by the author on 04-Jan-2024
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Goodness. I feel the same way at 54. I retired and got three jobs. Eeesh!
One catch:
Age has not stopped be at all. (me)
I enjoyed this a lot. That's why I'm sixing you again. Keep on keeping on, my friend.
D
Comment Written 03-Jan-2024
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Thank you for the understanding.
Comment from Jacob1395
Happy birthday Barbara. I know I am still young but I'm terrified of the thought of turning thirty next year. I feel as though my twenties have passed in the blink of an eye. I hope your loved ones have got some celebrations planned for you.
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Happy birthday Barbara. I know I am still young but I'm terrified of the thought of turning thirty next year. I feel as though my twenties have passed in the blink of an eye. I hope your loved ones have got some celebrations planned for you.
Comment Written 03-Jan-2024
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Thank you for the understanding. My youngest son will be 31 in March, my oldest is 45.
Comment from GWHARGIS
Happy birthday!! Seventy is fabulous. I turned sixty-two in September. I don't necessarily feel old, but I do do feel tired. I'm going to SS administration in late January to talk about semi retirement. My friends say the same thing. They are busier now than before they retired. I say bring it on. I'm with you on the cash vs digital pay. Cash has limits. Credit not so much. Anyway, hope you have an absolutely awesome year. Gretchen
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Happy birthday!! Seventy is fabulous. I turned sixty-two in September. I don't necessarily feel old, but I do do feel tired. I'm going to SS administration in late January to talk about semi retirement. My friends say the same thing. They are busier now than before they retired. I say bring it on. I'm with you on the cash vs digital pay. Cash has limits. Credit not so much. Anyway, hope you have an absolutely awesome year. Gretchen
Comment Written 03-Jan-2024
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Thank you for the understanding. I didn't feel old until I had to go on Medicare. Then, I felt old, but I go over it.
Comment from LJbutterfly
You made me remember when I first turned seventy. I kept thinking of how things used to be and worried because my mother passed at age seventy three. I'm now over seventy three and no longer worry.
You're off to a good start. Being retired means you can do whatever you want, whenever you want. Belonging to a gym is perfect. Plus, you're a novelist and publisher, and have grands to enjoy. Life at seventy is good.
reply by the author on 04-Jan-2024
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You made me remember when I first turned seventy. I kept thinking of how things used to be and worried because my mother passed at age seventy three. I'm now over seventy three and no longer worry.
You're off to a good start. Being retired means you can do whatever you want, whenever you want. Belonging to a gym is perfect. Plus, you're a novelist and publisher, and have grands to enjoy. Life at seventy is good.
Comment Written 03-Jan-2024
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Thank you for the understanding.
Comment from Janet Foor
Happy Birthday and congratulations on this great milestone Barbara. And since your mother is in her 90s, I think you have a long life ahead of you. I commiserate with you about credit cards vs cash. I prefer using cash but we are definitely in the minority today.
I will be 80 this year and most days I think of it as only a number and then there are the days that I look in the mirror and wonder what happened. Haha
Well done
Blessings
Janet
reply by the author on 04-Jan-2024
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Happy Birthday and congratulations on this great milestone Barbara. And since your mother is in her 90s, I think you have a long life ahead of you. I commiserate with you about credit cards vs cash. I prefer using cash but we are definitely in the minority today.
I will be 80 this year and most days I think of it as only a number and then there are the days that I look in the mirror and wonder what happened. Haha
Well done
Blessings
Janet
Comment Written 03-Jan-2024
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Thank you for the understanding. You are an extremely young 80.
Comment from Rosemary Everson1
Happy Birthday. Enjoyed reading your story. Since we've been in our twenties there have been many changes taking place; I so agree with you about electric cars.
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Happy Birthday. Enjoyed reading your story. Since we've been in our twenties there have been many changes taking place; I so agree with you about electric cars.
Comment Written 03-Jan-2024
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Thank you for the understanding.
