It is a pretty good way to feel stupid. That urgent loo call in the middle of a film and you know you will have to feel your way down two dozen steps. And on each one apologise for resting your hand on a bald head or young woman’s shoulder….
Bodies create their own version of rules. One of them seems to be something like, “If there is a problem find an alternative solution, something easier”. But dont bother to tell your owner, just do it.
So this is a report on findings from the Far Side of retirement. Maybe I should tell you, that I am increasingly convinced that you cannot truly understand old age until you have tried it! Quite a surprising period of life to live. You learn a lot!
Time is short when you are in your 83rd year….and so many places still unvisited.
The moment they feel gravity, the Knees are on strike. “Dont” they scream “ Dont you dare move!” Threats of unknown horrors form worrying clouds.
So what do you do?
We have to alter the distorted image of later years, this lack of understanding of our lifestyle and its quality.
Yes! Got it, it will be the ‘Vintage Look’. Many years ago in an antique shop I fell in love and bought a black velvet Edwardian Evening Cape. Always knew there would be an occasion to wear it! And with the toy boy looking great in Black Tie.
