Kathy, thanks so much for reposting this. I can relate so directly to everything you’ve written here, but I know I could never say it as well as you have. Absolutely, startlingly brilliant. Don’t ever stop writing.
KV, thank you for the repost. I missed this two years ago...because as you know I too got the Covid from our Thanksgiving getaway after eluding it for three years. It was such an opulent trip, the cherry-on-the-sunday virus was a fitting reset to normalcy. I remember when I first felt old in my early 60's. Gone were the daily surf sessions, the 30-year-old boy toys, and the peahen strut was mired by touch of arthritis. I felt like I was on a downward trajectory and the end was near. Then I don't really know what happened, but I did an about-face (with no botox, filler or lift!) Rather than deny my state of old, I rebranded it as gold - richer in wisdom, self-love, and appreciation for life's experiences with zero fucks about clinging to youth. I remain curious, clever and current, but with a gold patina...of course not in a Trump toilet way. You continue to be such an inspiration – grabbing life by the balls and squeezing its juice to the fullest (boys...forgive the mixed metaphor!) I love you sister, keep rocking the gold days.
A dermatologist's "personal practice shawarma" is a hilarious description. I'm starting to feel like that myself, having spent so many childhood summers in the Ontario sun, intentionally getting burnt, so my reddened skin would inevitably turn brown. Who knew that would cause so many weird and unwanted dry scaly bumps and skin patches later in life? Darn "Irish skin"!
Yes, I can totally related to the people around having a ‘different’ kind of sober dub then I’m having and having to either leave, call a friend or laugh because they are insistent that maybe I would relax if I just had a bit of ecstasy. I normally don’t hang with folks that do drugs however this incident presented itself on a hang out with a friend and I didn’t realize she would be tripping. Like you I did enough acid in my HS days to have leftover trips in my psyche. I feel really young except for my knees and since the last time I saw you and Gina on tour, I’ve lost 35 pounds and I’m still rotund mainly because I decided that if I was gonna live to be 100 I better start taking care of the rheumatoid arthritis. This past 3 months has been just a 360 degree turnaround in of motivation. I do enjoy your writing. I always have so much to read and sometimes I forget to go in substack , so I turned on notifications so I could read your blogs and Susie Bright’s and a few others.glad you and Gina survived Bakersfield! It’s Trumpville and hopefully the crowd that smacked were respectful. Take care about and I need to check out some of the fun stuff you’re selling to help with your move. Good luck 🍀👍🏽
More of a pelican than an egret - this comparison made my day! I'm constantly frustrated with my weight, and mad at myself that I can't do better with losing the mid-section. So I guess I'll be a pelican!
I also don't feel like an old person (I just turned 58). I always wonder if younger people see me as being old; but I feel like I'm in my 30's...and sometimes act like I'm in my 20's. Luckily, I live in one of the Over-55 communities where all of the old people are reliving their youths.
Once again, I have enjoyed reading your story. Looking forward to the next one. :-)
I also managed to avoid the Covid until I (most likely) caught it at my doctor’s office waiting for my physical, lol. I was prescribed Paxlovid and felt much better within 24 hours. Re aging, it’s all a matter of perspective. The 90 year old will think they were young at 65. At least that’s what I tell myself to stop from feeling like an old coot.
yes I always imagine looking at myself in photos 20 yrs from now wishing I still looked like I do today! lol. my doc said to pass on the paxlovid, maybe since it is mild? I don't know
Thank you Kathy for this amazing post! You really cracked open a large nut😅
I’m loving the conversation you started and hope you continue to not censor your topics. More articles about aging... or as I like to think, “blossoming or maturing” will be greatly loved.
Turning 60 soon, and it’s interesting to be in what feels like the middle ground of the life cycle. I’ve heard many quotes- such as you are only as old as you think in your head.
I had an amazing inspirational 90 years young man show that to me in action. He was so youthful in his thoughts and zest for joyful moments. On his 90th birthday he came to my Pilates class- his first time to ever try it!
Hope you feeling better! I'm 71 and one of the "oldness" perks is that it does take longer to recover from everything! If you want something to watch - I just finished American Symphony by Jon Batiste on Netflix. Your posts always bring a smile - thank you. 🕊💙📚🎶
Hello Kathy! I hope you are well on the way to recovery from Covid as you read this.
I really enjoyed seeing you in Bakersfield! I found the con a pleasant experience, especially reconnecting with some people whom I have not seen since 2019! I just arrived back myself from an extended holiday trip, having visited family and friends. Somewhere in my smartphone are stored pictures taken at the con. When I catch up with business, I will send them.
I would not worry about aging issues. Yes, our generation has put a more optimistic spin for our present age. It seems like proper attitude, healthy habits, and common sense can provide appropriate guidelines for us. Have you read "The Boomer Century: 1946-2046" by Richard Croker? He covers the same concerns you did in this post.
Flirting? If you feel rusty, what does that make me? I can't speak for you, but I think a need one of those "Dummies" guides to catch up...if one exists! :-)
Thanks for your latest post. Have a happy holiday season!
Kathy, thanks so much for reposting this. I can relate so directly to everything you’ve written here, but I know I could never say it as well as you have. Absolutely, startlingly brilliant. Don’t ever stop writing.
Thank you so much for reading, and the shout out!
this was so good thanks for reposting
Getting older, in sober wonder, means having no egrets. x
KV, thank you for the repost. I missed this two years ago...because as you know I too got the Covid from our Thanksgiving getaway after eluding it for three years. It was such an opulent trip, the cherry-on-the-sunday virus was a fitting reset to normalcy. I remember when I first felt old in my early 60's. Gone were the daily surf sessions, the 30-year-old boy toys, and the peahen strut was mired by touch of arthritis. I felt like I was on a downward trajectory and the end was near. Then I don't really know what happened, but I did an about-face (with no botox, filler or lift!) Rather than deny my state of old, I rebranded it as gold - richer in wisdom, self-love, and appreciation for life's experiences with zero fucks about clinging to youth. I remain curious, clever and current, but with a gold patina...of course not in a Trump toilet way. You continue to be such an inspiration – grabbing life by the balls and squeezing its juice to the fullest (boys...forgive the mixed metaphor!) I love you sister, keep rocking the gold days.
Just stand next to me, Kathy, and you'll always be a young babe.
A life-enhancing read, as ever. Thank you.
A dermatologist's "personal practice shawarma" is a hilarious description. I'm starting to feel like that myself, having spent so many childhood summers in the Ontario sun, intentionally getting burnt, so my reddened skin would inevitably turn brown. Who knew that would cause so many weird and unwanted dry scaly bumps and skin patches later in life? Darn "Irish skin"!
Yes, I can totally related to the people around having a ‘different’ kind of sober dub then I’m having and having to either leave, call a friend or laugh because they are insistent that maybe I would relax if I just had a bit of ecstasy. I normally don’t hang with folks that do drugs however this incident presented itself on a hang out with a friend and I didn’t realize she would be tripping. Like you I did enough acid in my HS days to have leftover trips in my psyche. I feel really young except for my knees and since the last time I saw you and Gina on tour, I’ve lost 35 pounds and I’m still rotund mainly because I decided that if I was gonna live to be 100 I better start taking care of the rheumatoid arthritis. This past 3 months has been just a 360 degree turnaround in of motivation. I do enjoy your writing. I always have so much to read and sometimes I forget to go in substack , so I turned on notifications so I could read your blogs and Susie Bright’s and a few others.glad you and Gina survived Bakersfield! It’s Trumpville and hopefully the crowd that smacked were respectful. Take care about and I need to check out some of the fun stuff you’re selling to help with your move. Good luck 🍀👍🏽
Hi Kathy!
Thanks for another fun look at life. You're always so honest and positive. Your weekly email is best thing in my inbox each week!
Take care and love your glasses!
Amy
I bought the autographed guitar strap!
More of a pelican than an egret - this comparison made my day! I'm constantly frustrated with my weight, and mad at myself that I can't do better with losing the mid-section. So I guess I'll be a pelican!
I also don't feel like an old person (I just turned 58). I always wonder if younger people see me as being old; but I feel like I'm in my 30's...and sometimes act like I'm in my 20's. Luckily, I live in one of the Over-55 communities where all of the old people are reliving their youths.
Once again, I have enjoyed reading your story. Looking forward to the next one. :-)
I also managed to avoid the Covid until I (most likely) caught it at my doctor’s office waiting for my physical, lol. I was prescribed Paxlovid and felt much better within 24 hours. Re aging, it’s all a matter of perspective. The 90 year old will think they were young at 65. At least that’s what I tell myself to stop from feeling like an old coot.
yes I always imagine looking at myself in photos 20 yrs from now wishing I still looked like I do today! lol. my doc said to pass on the paxlovid, maybe since it is mild? I don't know
Thank you Kathy for this amazing post! You really cracked open a large nut😅
I’m loving the conversation you started and hope you continue to not censor your topics. More articles about aging... or as I like to think, “blossoming or maturing” will be greatly loved.
Turning 60 soon, and it’s interesting to be in what feels like the middle ground of the life cycle. I’ve heard many quotes- such as you are only as old as you think in your head.
I had an amazing inspirational 90 years young man show that to me in action. He was so youthful in his thoughts and zest for joyful moments. On his 90th birthday he came to my Pilates class- his first time to ever try it!
Hope you're feeling better already, Kathy! Thanks for this.
Hope you feeling better! I'm 71 and one of the "oldness" perks is that it does take longer to recover from everything! If you want something to watch - I just finished American Symphony by Jon Batiste on Netflix. Your posts always bring a smile - thank you. 🕊💙📚🎶
Hey Kathy. I always enjoy reading your posts. Sorry to hear that you’re unwell 🤧.
Hope you make a speedy recovery.
All the best, as always,
Lynn
Hello Kathy! I hope you are well on the way to recovery from Covid as you read this.
I really enjoyed seeing you in Bakersfield! I found the con a pleasant experience, especially reconnecting with some people whom I have not seen since 2019! I just arrived back myself from an extended holiday trip, having visited family and friends. Somewhere in my smartphone are stored pictures taken at the con. When I catch up with business, I will send them.
I would not worry about aging issues. Yes, our generation has put a more optimistic spin for our present age. It seems like proper attitude, healthy habits, and common sense can provide appropriate guidelines for us. Have you read "The Boomer Century: 1946-2046" by Richard Croker? He covers the same concerns you did in this post.
Flirting? If you feel rusty, what does that make me? I can't speak for you, but I think a need one of those "Dummies" guides to catch up...if one exists! :-)
Thanks for your latest post. Have a happy holiday season!