Vivian used to wonder why old people complained so much about their aches and pains. However, when she herself became an octogenarian, she was amazed they didn’t complain more often. She hadn’t known she couldn’t take for granted the ability to walk up and down stairs without pain or to change a light bulb without fear of falling off the stool. However, complaining makes boring conversation, and Viv knew she’d rather discuss the latest good book she’d read or simply rejoice out loud that she was still “above ground.” Sad to say, not all her friends have been so lucky.
Sue Clayton
13/11/2020 07:29:27 am
"You'll be old yourself one day," my mother-in-law once told me. How right was she, and your view from the mountain. Those of us still above ground, but only just, can relate to your little piece on ageing.
Pamela Kennedy
13/11/2020 12:45:09 pm
Love your line, "complaining makes boring conversation"...nice story, Diane.
Mary Wallace
13/11/2020 01:08:56 pm
If you get to eighty, you have a right to be boring. I hope to make my presence felt. Good story.
Bobby Warner
14/11/2020 02:37:18 pm
Boy oh boy, can I relate to this one! In my younger days, I used to wonder why all those "old folks" found complain about. Now I know! Good one, Diane Comments are closed.
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