The perils of becoming old
Nobody likes the idea of getting older. For many, the stereotypical image of a blue rinse and glasses. And accessorising with a Zimmer frame! Our skin is the biggest tell tell sign in regards to our physical age though. With each decade it becomes harder to look at ourselves in anything with a reflective surface as we notice an increasing number of flaws are appearing. And the unfortunate red capillaries visible on our cheeks. And that’s before we look further south and notice our less than perfect busts and waist lines…
Not only can we say goodbye to decent looks and common sense as we pile on the years but we also lose other imperative senses as well. Our ability to hear or see suffers significantly. Wearing prescription glasses on a daily basis makes becoming old unwelcome all on its own. It is also unlikely that you feel at ease wearing sunglasses, short dresses or even eyeliner without looking like you are trying far too hard! You might even decide that making any sort of effort with your looks is completely pointless considering the wrinkly state of your face!
Hand knitted cardigans seem to be the default clothing for anyone on the brink of sixty years. As well as discover a love for bric a brac, minted peas and sit and ride scooters! This indicates that we also loose another sense over time; a good sense of fashion!
Most people would argue that the loss of good looks is the hardest part about ageing but I think that the factor of increasing loneliness most definitely is. You probably had to make many sacrifices to raise your own kids. Your kids will probably be too busy living their own lives to do the same for you once you are incapable of looking after yourself though. An old age people’s home is your likely fate. There is a high chance that you will outlive several of the friends that you have kept since you were young. This can make keeping yourself occupied and surrounded with friendship incredibly hard to achieve.
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Tags: ageing, OAPs, old age, pensioners