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Ten Remarkably Astute Observations about the Coming of Aged
It is impossible to fully prepare for deep water because the concept goes from the theoretical to the actual very quickly.
It is possible to refuse to sink and to keep floating just by strength of will.
Old things brought along with you are precious – like leather gloves that keep the shape of your hands when you lay them on the table.
Happy aging is letting go of torn things, heavy things, and other people’s plows.
The pie vs. cake debate need never be settled, your house has many shelves.
Younger people telling you that you look good might reflect their surprise or reality.
Winter isn’t a metaphor for life, it’s a test of stamina.
Love the falling apart of yourself, the wounded pieces bound up with tape.
Accept that the baby in your arms probably won’t know you when she is an adult, you may just be ships passing in the afternoon on the sofa.
You are free from having to prove yourself to anybody.
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Turning 75 myself in three weeks this piece really connects. The most poignant thought is of my granddaughter putting flowers on my tombstone next to the stone of my grandparents where I once did the same.
Thank You, Jan! Ah… gloves that keep the shape of my hands … and friends who keep reminding me of the shape of my life … my “aging” life.
I absolutely love these truths, jan –
Life is easier if you are good with change, harder if you aren’t. I’m glad I’m alive, and deal with change, but sheesh, I sure am TIRED.