Today I share with you another of the hundreds of unsolicited emails I receive daily. This Lifestyles email with the above title attempts to give you insight into the minds of us senior citizens. Since I am part of the first group mentioned, old people, I assume it is you that don’t understand so let me explain. Here are a few things we like:
- Chatting aimlessly for hours – Yes, we actually prefer using our words to texting, especially when sitting next to someone.
- Telling anyone who will listen about their various ailments – Over-sharing is a rite of passage for seniors.
- Liking classical music – A true manifestation of beauty and joy only open to those that can appreciate the genius of Mozart, Beethoven and a few hundred others.
- Fine china & Silverware – Takes us back to a happier time when people cared about gracious living.
- Sending handwritten letters. – A skill that may experience a renewed interest when the world runs out of electricity.
- Crossword puzzles. – Purely a survival technique as they promote cognitive skills as we age. “Dementia be gone!”
- Complaining about the younger generation – We are old, not dead. We have to have some fun!
- Early bird specials – We are actually ahead of our time on this one. Eating early is now in vogue as a younger generation understand the health and time management benefits. And who does not appreciate saving a buck?
The only thing I don’t quite understand is number one on the list:
“Being the first to tell others when someone had died” – Not something I would ever enjoy unless, of course, it was about a corrupt politician or judge (aka a politician or judge). Then I might even be a bit giddy while maintaining the proper somber demeanor…L (but not OL).