Getting older and declining health.

[birminghambaggie48]

Hi,
I've come back because this thread topic is of interest.

Going back to the days of Dave Valder and his posts, one of them questioned the age of posters; I think I came out as the oldest then, and from what has been said above, most likely I remain having that status, if you can call it that.

Getting old isn't funny, but you must make the most of it as time on Earth is in comparison with others things quite short. Yes, as one ages, certain problems of health take over your life, but you have to think positively and accept each day as it arrives and try to achieve something, even if pain tries to stop you. I'm 82 in 2 weeks time and I suppose it is only the last 5 or so years when the old body has started to let me down. Looking back at a life of sporting activity, embracing football, cricket, swimming, gymnastics, rugby, squash, badminton, golf, I realise that I pushed my body to its limit, but would I, if I could go back in time change this? NEVER, as I have had such good friendships through out. Friends and close ones are those that matter and I try to keep that strong in my thoughts.
My wife (same age) and I celebrate our Diamond Wedding Anniversary this year. Now that is some achievement and something that you oldies , if married, should strive towards, yourselves, forget about places like Dignitas.

All the very best to you all, especially those friends that have met with off here. Take care, and keep taking the pills!!

Now, where did I put my dentures, wig, and walking sticks. Only joking!!

[Albionic68]

Hi,
I've come back because this thread topic is of interest.

Going back to the days of Dave Valder and his posts, one of them questioned the age of posters; I think I came out as the oldest then, and from what has been said above, most likely I remain having that status, if you can call it that.

Getting old isn't funny, but you must make the most of it as time on Earth is in comparison with others things quite short. Yes, as one ages, certain problems of health take over your life, but you have to think positively and accept each day as it arrives and try to achieve something, even if pain tries to stop you. I'm 82 in 2 weeks time and I suppose it is only the last 5 or so years when the old body has started to let me down. Looking back at a life of sporting activity, embracing football, cricket, swimming, gymnastics, rugby, squash, badminton, golf, I realise that I pushed my body to its limit, but would I, if I could go back in time change this? NEVER, as I have had such good friendships through out. Friends and close ones are those that matter and I try to keep that strong in my thoughts.
My wife (same age) and I celebrate our Diamond Wedding Anniversary this year. Now that is some achievement and something that you oldies , if married, should strive towards, yourselves, forget about places like Dignitas.

All the very best to you all, especially those friends that have met with off here. Take care, and keep taking the pills!!

Now, where did I put my dentures, wig, and walking sticks. Only joking!!

Good to read '48

Happy 82nd birthday for two weeks hence and congratulations in advance of your Diamond wedding anniversary.

[mickd1961]

Hi,
I've come back because this thread topic is of interest.

Going back to the days of Dave Valder and his posts, one of them questioned the age of posters; I think I came out as the oldest then, and from what has been said above, most likely I remain having that status, if you can call it that.

Getting old isn't funny, but you must make the most of it as time on Earth is in comparison with others things quite short. Yes, as one ages, certain problems of health take over your life, but you have to think positively and accept each day as it arrives and try to achieve something, even if pain tries to stop you. I'm 82 in 2 weeks time and I suppose it is only the last 5 or so years when the old body has started to let me down. Looking back at a life of sporting activity, embracing football, cricket, swimming, gymnastics, rugby, squash, badminton, golf, I realise that I pushed my body to its limit, but would I, if I could go back in time change this? NEVER, as I have had such good friendships through out. Friends and close ones are those that matter and I try to keep that strong in my thoughts.
My wife (same age) and I celebrate our Diamond Wedding Anniversary this year. Now that is some achievement and something that you oldies , if married, should strive towards, yourselves, forget about places like Dignitas.

All the very best to you all, especially those friends that have met with off here. Take care, and keep taking the pills!!

Now, where did I put my dentures, wig, and walking sticks. Only joking!!

Good to hear from you 48.

My wife and I are both serious about Dignitas.

My wife’s father has Alzheimer’s and at 89 hasn’t known who he is for a few years now after suffering this for over 10 years.

He’s now almost mute and blind and wears a nappy.

His father also had Alzheimer’s and walked the streets naked until being incarcerated in Barnsley Hall in the 70’s where he was chained to his bed.

The wife’s mother died last year from Parkinson’s and wasted away to nothing whilst losing the ability to speak at 85.

At around your age both were okay and then suddenly their health fell off a cliff.

I’ve seen a lot of pretty healthy 80 years olds become very infirm very quickly.

Neither of us are prepared to let ourselves linger and become a burden.

I have no fear of death as long as I know that the medication I take will kill me like it will at Dignitas.

I couldn’t rope myself up or cut my wrists but we both feel we are strong enough to take a managed approach.

I wish you both continued good health.

[birminghambaggie48]

Hello to you, mick. Good to "talk" to one of the many who brightened up this forum a few years ago.
Now that you have broached the subject of the mind failing, my thoughts on this;our medical profession should/must move on this, I see little benefit in , as you describe, locking people up in homes with no conception of life. Providing that a person's family are in total agreement, euthanasia should be considered strongly.I'm sorry to hear about what happened in your family. What are your thoughts along the above? Although you appear to be quite happy with the Swiss adventure.
Enjoy your time in Tenby, if the gales allow it!

[holmleighchris]

I've had rheumatoid arthritis since I was 27. It's given me some restrictions but not many. Had a heart attack but that was no big deal. I reckon what will do me is if my wife dies. I doubt I'd cope too well without her and wouldn't really want to be about without her.
I'm off to Bristol University when I croak it. I've donated my body to science and that's where they will be sending me. It will save the family a few quid in funeral costs.

[WBA1955]

I’m 57 1/2 now and I can quite honestly say I can feel death creeping up on me.

I keep fit,I walk and run but still it’s coming for me.

Recent blood tests show my white blood count to be lower than is ideal,I have something up my nose that needs investigation.

I have sciatica making exercise difficult,a knee and Achilles problem and irritable bowel syndrome.

I’ve never drunk or done drugs.......a lot of f king good that’s done me!!

I can see why most people die aged 65-80......it’s because they get so worn down they give up!

Getting old is no fun.

I dream most nights,in my dreams I’m always aged 18-24 ( Before I met my wife ) .....so every morning is a Groundhog Day surprise and horror to find I’m heading towards 60.

I don’t intent to linger,if I get a bad diagnosis or start declining quickly I’m off to Dignitas.

I’ll let you all know before checking out!

Thats your trouble Mick, running about when there's no need for it. Stop punishing your body. Living like a Monk

Take some time to chill out man, get down the boozer and get plenty of beer down your wasin, get some good healthy meat pies and pork scratchings down your neck, put on your Big Dave tee shirt on and smoke a bit of ganja from the chalice.
You are going to die sure, so you might as well die happy.

[baggieal]

Thats your trouble Mick, running about when there's no need for it. Stop punishing your body. Living like a Monk

Take some time to chill out man, get down the boozer and get plenty of beer down your wasin, get some good healthy meat pies and pork scratchings down your neck, put on your Big Dave tee shirt on and smoke a bit of ganja from the chalice.
You are going to die sure, so you might as well die happy.

Totally agree there Des. Tennis Coach I know who did not drink or smoke and was about 40 dropped dead with a heart attack - no previous! Live life to the full and holiday a lot - party a lot and have a bloody good drink two or three times a week!

[WBA1955]

Totally agree there Des. Tennis Coach I know who did not drink or smoke and was about 40 dropped dead with a heart attack - no previous! Live life to the full and holiday a lot - party a lot and have a bloody good drink two or three times a week!

You should see them by us on Sunday mornings Al, hundreds of runners and cyclists clogging the roads up, tongues hanging out, sweat soaking from their armpits.
It puts and extra ten minutes on my journey to the off licence.

[mickd1961]

Thats your trouble Mick, running about when there's no need for it. Stop punishing your body. Living like a Monk

Take some time to chill out man, get down the boozer and get plenty of beer down your wasin, get some good healthy meat pies and pork scratchings down your neck, put on your Big Dave tee shirt on and smoke a bit of ganja from the chalice.
You are going to die sure, so you might as well die happy.

I have my own form of stress relief.

I w a n k myself to a standstill.

[Albionic68]

I have my own form of stress relief.

I w a n k myself to a standstill.

Taxi for Mick, taxi for Mick........