You're never too old! That's my motto. If you can still do what you enjoy doing then go ahead. I've always loved bike riding and walking, but unfortunately due to two major operations within 6 months I was forced to give up both pastimes including my line dancing which I loved. But, since both ops were successful I am thankfully getting "back on my bicycle" as they say.
I have little time for people who say, "Oh, I can't do that, I'm too old." Age is just a number and there's truth in the old saying that you're as old as you feel. I'm not recommending we all get onto bikes or go skiing or whatever, but as long as you are active then go ahead and make the most of the golden years.
Just before I had to temporarily give up my riding a friend and I packed our fold-up bikes in the boot of my car, caught the ferry across to Tasmania and had a ball cycling along some of the most beautiful tracks in Australia. The pic was taken in Strahan on the west coast. We stayed overnight in a lovely little cottage that I knew was haunted as soon as we went in the front door. Needless to say I saw the ghost that night--but that's a story for another day.
I do volunteer work and go into the homes of disabled people to help them with their computers and internet access, so see a lot of those less fortunate than I because they are unable to get out of their wheelchairs and enjoy active pastimes. But that's not to say they don't make the most of their lives doing what they are able. I have the utmost admiration for them, especially the seniors, as they surf the net, enjoy communicating with their friends and family, and generally enjoy making the most of their time. Tricia McGill
Welcome to Spunky Seniors,Tricia. Looks like you lead an exciting and fulfilling life!
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Tricia, you are a role model for Senior Citizens, even those who don't feel that senior.
ReplyDeleteGood advice and good for you!
ReplyDeleteTricia, you are an inspiration, hope you continue to get stronger each day. I checked out your website--nicely done.
ReplyDeleteGood work,Tricia.
ReplyDeleteTricia, so happy you were able to get back on your bike, so to speak. You are right, as long as we remain active in the ways we are physically able our lives will be much better.
ReplyDeleteWell, this is my second attempt at commenting so if it appears twice you will know I had a senior moment and did something wrong.
ReplyDeleteThank you for your warm welcome. I'm honored to be in such a "spunky" group. My previous attempt told you that I sadly lost my little dog to cancer on Wednesday so was not up to computing yesterday. But then realized that to most of you it's probably still Thursday 28th anyway. Tricia www.triciamcgill.com
Tricia,
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry to hear about your loss. As a doglover, I totally understand how you feel. Rascal is our fourth dog since we've been married and it's heartbreaking each time we lose one.
Take care, Tricia.
Morgan Mandel
Tricia,
ReplyDeleteYou are an inspiration. Good on you. Keep up the good work. As long as we keep active we are having a good life. Because we know that we are still there and can do things.
Take care Tricia.
Gigi Sedlmayer
Tricia,
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonder you are. I'm so glad to call you friend and I feel lucky to have found you even though miles and miles separate us. You make me proud.
I feel the same, Ginger,
ReplyDeleteSometimes this strange cyber world we inhabit gets overwhelming but when you consider the wonderful friends we make here it strikes me as amazing.
Morgan, I just received a card of sympathy from my lovely vet and the tears flowed all over again. Jessie was my seventh dog since my marriage.It never gets easier as they are part of our family. Tricia
Seniors can still do so many things, but, sad to say, they are treated like has-beens in many situations....for instance, advertisers slant product ads to much younger folks. Contests on the net ask for one's age and if one is past fifty they can forget winning. Manufacturers act as if they don't think elderly folks still wear clothes, eat food, travel, etc. Not all elderly folks are on welfare; many have worked amd have money to spend.
ReplyDeleteHI MORGAN AND TRICIA! HEY JUST CUZ THERE'S SNOW ON THE ROOF TOP DON'T MEAN THERE IS NO FIRE IN THE FURNANCE!! LOL
ReplyDeleteTricia it's great you're so busy! Right now I'm trying to put all my extra time into finishing a Christmas quilt, I wish I was more active physically put I've never found the right balance for me. I either overdue or don't do enough. Love to hear your ghost story.
ReplyDeleteI love the photo of you on your bike by the lake. You look so happy. Youth is so overrated. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteYou're so right, Tricia. Age is simply a number and we're only as old as we feel. Exercising the body and brain (as well as good nutrition) is what keeps us young and active.
ReplyDeleteI'm with you, Jean, getting out and about is the clue to staying young I think. Not necessarily being active if you're unable to, but meeting others and enjoying the company of friends is important to a healthy life. I was so upset when my physical activity was curtailed for a while because of my operations, but it made me realize how frustrating it must be for those who are never able to get out and about. I make sure I have my dose of code crackers and Sudoku each day on top of my other pastimes to keep the old brain up to scratch.
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