tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7948117492116997244.post1154698899820970701..comments2023-10-30T10:19:13.446+00:00Comments on Daydreamer: Ageing - When is it alright to admit to being OLD?Ray Barneshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09209429097744326143noreply@blogger.comBlogger13125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7948117492116997244.post-49666736387837852342013-10-26T20:31:55.388+01:002013-10-26T20:31:55.388+01:00Age is not pretty, nor is a time of life when ener...Age is not pretty, nor is a time of life when energy and strength are in ready supply, but it can be very rewarding, and from my perspective is worth having. (Most of the time).Ray Barneshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09209429097744326143noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7948117492116997244.post-7647094740061432222013-10-26T18:17:52.385+01:002013-10-26T18:17:52.385+01:00Thanks for sharing and being bold enough to confro...Thanks for sharing and being bold enough to confront the difficult topic of Age. (Apologies I have been having trouble signing into comments.) Freda at DalamoryFredahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12112672598946758847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7948117492116997244.post-60834563503982789002013-10-26T18:15:38.167+01:002013-10-26T18:15:38.167+01:00This comment has been removed by the author.Fredahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12112672598946758847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7948117492116997244.post-202015569302945062013-10-11T07:07:54.955+01:002013-10-11T07:07:54.955+01:00Thanks, as ever, Kathleen. My "wit and humou...Thanks, as ever, Kathleen. My "wit and humour" as you so kindly call them are being very sorely tried at present by a very severe attack of eczema (on my face). The itching is merciless and though I daren't use my nails, I can't help rubbing. The result is a hugely swollen, red, lumpy face and can hardly see out of my eyes.<br />Not life-threatening - at least not in the obvious way - but wretched-making. <br />Sorry, it's early morning and my customary mask is not yet in place.<br />Blessings also to you.Ray Barneshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09209429097744326143noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7948117492116997244.post-10104893141930456162013-10-11T02:42:14.528+01:002013-10-11T02:42:14.528+01:00Oh know ... and here I thought my secret was safe....Oh know ... and here I thought my secret was safe. But it seems you (and others) are feeling the ravages of time (sounds better than "old") too! I've come to value naps, lazy afternoons with a good book, puttering, and paying attention to the lower back pain that reminds me that too much is too much. <br /><br />You may be feeling some age, but I can assure you that your wit & humor are anything but dim.<br /><br />Blessings, <br />KathleenKathleen https://www.blogger.com/profile/05245926913888212148noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7948117492116997244.post-89318692674482122032013-10-07T07:27:19.563+01:002013-10-07T07:27:19.563+01:00Eminently sensible as ever Perpetua, and I know yo...Eminently sensible as ever Perpetua, and I know you are right. It's just getting my heart to accept what my head knows only too well.<br />Of course it does come and go but bodily strength is a finite resource and it would be as well to save it for what matters. (Currently trying to cope with a bad attack of eczema on my eyelids and forehead) Deep joy!Ray Barneshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09209429097744326143noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7948117492116997244.post-86760766958783011202013-10-06T22:42:56.899+01:002013-10-06T22:42:56.899+01:00I think we're old when we feel old, Ray, and t...I think we're old when we feel old, Ray, and that can be an on-again, off-again situation. There are times when I feel very old (and I can give you at least 10 years) and times when I feel quite the reverse. <br /><br />Take taxis when you need to - it's still enormously cheaper than running a car you hardly ever use, which many older people insist on doing, and sometimes the bus just won't do. Getting help when you really need it isn't a sign of being past it, just sensible husbanding of your energies for other things.Perpetuahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01214396019726161983noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7948117492116997244.post-6363703749828283852013-10-06T15:04:11.975+01:002013-10-06T15:04:11.975+01:00Cyber hug welcomed and accepted. Thanks Jane.
Yes...Cyber hug welcomed and accepted. Thanks Jane.<br />Yes I think perhaps just accepting that I am 78 not 28 is the first step along the way.Ray Barneshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09209429097744326143noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7948117492116997244.post-10812633875456970762013-10-06T15:02:22.510+01:002013-10-06T15:02:22.510+01:00Hmmm. Just have to remember to take a taxi when I...Hmmm. Just have to remember to take a taxi when I am over-loaded, or better still, never get over-loaded.Ray Barneshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09209429097744326143noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7948117492116997244.post-34109073668703002292013-10-06T15:00:33.830+01:002013-10-06T15:00:33.830+01:00I'd still have to manoeuvre it on and off buse...I'd still have to manoeuvre it on and off buses and always find other people's a nuisance so no, I don't think so.Ray Barneshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09209429097744326143noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7948117492116997244.post-7365672266651678102013-10-06T10:54:11.623+01:002013-10-06T10:54:11.623+01:00Awwww ((((((((Ray))))))), I wish I could give you ...Awwww ((((((((Ray))))))), I wish I could give you a real hug. I think Jean is right, and I love the thought of having badges of honour for survival! xxxxJane D.https://www.blogger.com/profile/02571647840432446028noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7948117492116997244.post-91355253524353728832013-10-06T07:19:12.710+01:002013-10-06T07:19:12.710+01:00I arrived where you are now some time ago! You h...I arrived where you are now some time ago! You have to admit to yourself if not the rest of the world that your body is not quite up to it! But not your brain. The essential you is still that young woman who could conquer the world! <br />Take taxis, use a shopping trolley. They are badges of honour for survival! Revjeanrolthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12744131101249601856noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7948117492116997244.post-23839801077210602022013-10-06T00:26:18.920+01:002013-10-06T00:26:18.920+01:00My first thought was "NEVER!" but how ab...My first thought was "NEVER!" but how about a shopping trundler to save carrying the heavy bags. They always seem light to start with and get heavier the further you carry them.Susan Heatherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14400003572211042194noreply@blogger.com