When does one become "elderly"?
07-25-2017, 03:16 PM
#12
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I have days when I feel that's me right now at 63. They are increasing. I have had many days recently when I get up at 8 and need a nap at noon. I guess I am getting up there now.
07-25-2017, 03:26 PM
#14
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Location: Syracuse, Kansas
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I never felt elderly until I couldnt get around. I kept my hair dyed light brown and decided to let it go gray. With my skin coloring I look bad. Then add a hunched over walk! When I looked in the mirror it was frighting. I couldn't take it especially because I always looked younger then my age. 70 hit me hard, messed with my mind a bunch. Plus hurting in my back brought on depression. It sure hasn't been easy. I did recolor my hair but it just isn't the same anymore. I hate to be out and about because of the pain and using a walker. Maybe I have to much pride but I can't imagine what I will be like in another 6 months let alone another year. I have no energy and only want to stay in the house and play in my sewing room. I think I look and feel elderly at 71 and that is to young to feel this way.
07-25-2017, 05:24 PM
#16
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Join Date: Oct 2012
Location: Twin Cities, MN
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People in their 80's + seem elderly to me. I know that generalizes! I'm 66 and most people that I know that are my age don't seem "old". We are fortunate to still have good health, and no problems getting around. We are active, and have been told on several occasions that we look lots younger than our ages. Sometimes I believe the adage that you are only as old as you feel!
07-25-2017, 05:49 PM
#17
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Location: Central California
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When I was younger (in my 20's ), I used to think 60 was really old!! Now, I'm 60 (and that sounds really old), but I dont think I'm old! I agree with Anniedeb, you're as old as you feel; however, some days I do "feel" old. Haha. I think 60 is the new 40!! And, I'm sure I'll feel differently at age 70+. Taking in day by day!! @ Grandma nurse: I sure hope you feel better soon and so happy you can still hang out in your sewing room. 
07-25-2017, 06:06 PM
#18
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I never felt elderly until I couldnt get around. I kept my hair dyed light brown and decided to let it go gray. With my skin coloring I look bad. Then add a hunched over walk! When I looked in the mirror it was frighting. I couldn't take it especially because I always looked younger then my age. 70 hit me hard, messed with my mind a bunch. Plus hurting in my back brought on depression. It sure hasn't been easy. I did recolor my hair but it just isn't the same anymore. I hate to be out and about because of the pain and using a walker. Maybe I have to much pride but I can't imagine what I will be like in another 6 months let alone another year. I have no energy and only want to stay in the house and play in my sewing room. I think I look and feel elderly at 71 and that is to young to feel this way.
07-25-2017, 06:39 PM
#20
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Join Date: Feb 2014
Location: Wis
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I just turned 65 and definitely don't feel elderly yet. it's funny though. My husband and I will say look at that old guy over there. And I bet that old guy is younger than us. Hopefully elderly will be something that's always a good 10 years away from whatever age we are.
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