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Posted on 7/8/15 at 11:44 pm to vuvuzela
I don't like knowing that within the next 15-20 years(maybe even sooner) I am more than likely gonna be facing the death of one of my parents.
I think that is the worst thing about getting older.....those you love that are much older than you getting older and closer to death. I'm so paranoid about it now that I still jump when I see my dad or mom calling. I'm scared I'm gonna answer the phone and hear that someone I love just died(my parents and most of my family live 1400 miles away...most of our contact is now via phone and fb).
I think that is the worst thing about getting older.....those you love that are much older than you getting older and closer to death. I'm so paranoid about it now that I still jump when I see my dad or mom calling. I'm scared I'm gonna answer the phone and hear that someone I love just died(my parents and most of my family live 1400 miles away...most of our contact is now via phone and fb).
This post was edited on 7/8/15 at 11:46 pm
Posted on 7/8/15 at 11:45 pm to vuvuzela
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Lifes work
What is this?
I have many gray hair but no life's work
Posted on 7/8/15 at 11:49 pm to Tiger Ryno
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What is this?
I suppose whatever you feel it to be. For me it will be the impact I have on my children that I wil call my true life's work.
Posted on 7/8/15 at 11:51 pm to MasCervezas
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You have to be some kind of fricked up to post a gif like that
quote:When I first saw that gif, I was
Nah I'm good
. Then I realized who you are IRL. I was already a little concerned but was hoping/figuring the worst is over. Posted on 7/8/15 at 11:52 pm to arcalades
Who is he IRL that makes that .gif relevant? I'm curious, not being a dick
Posted on 7/8/15 at 11:56 pm to vuvuzela
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Then you find peace with the temporal nature of our existence and are able to cherish each fleeting moment. At least that's where I'm at tonight.
At least you reached this point. Some, when they realize everything they're doing is basically worthless, get very depressed.
Posted on 7/8/15 at 11:56 pm to lsunurse
Nurse I'm feeling that as well.
My parents are almost 70, but young-ish. Travel alot, tailgate the LSU games in their RV.
But I'm an only child, so when they decline, it's all on me.
I anticipate myself seeing it as a privilege to care for my parents, and without the burden of sibling discord, but still I will be the sole caregiver.
I read something many months ago that said today's middle-aged people will spend more time caring for their parents than caring for their own children.
That could be depressing. But I keep my chin up and keep the source of wine flowing.
My parents are almost 70, but young-ish. Travel alot, tailgate the LSU games in their RV.
But I'm an only child, so when they decline, it's all on me.
I anticipate myself seeing it as a privilege to care for my parents, and without the burden of sibling discord, but still I will be the sole caregiver.
I read something many months ago that said today's middle-aged people will spend more time caring for their parents than caring for their own children.
That could be depressing. But I keep my chin up and keep the source of wine flowing.
Posted on 7/8/15 at 11:57 pm to vuvuzela
I plan to live forever. Not sure about you.
ETA: Been writing letters to Dracula since I was 10.
ETA: Been writing letters to Dracula since I was 10.
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Posted on 7/8/15 at 11:58 pm to RogerTheShrubber
Not worthless if you know and have confidence in what's next
Posted on 7/9/15 at 12:00 am to lsunurse
Losing my father a few months ago really put some things in perspective for me.. He was 67 and that isn't old to me or at least not what I want to be old
Posted on 7/9/15 at 12:02 am to Old Sarge
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Not worthless if you know and have confidence in what's next
Everything you buy is literally going to be destroyed in a few years, everything you work for will be forgotten within days, all your memories will be gone when you die. It's about the moment. We delude ourselves into thinking we're anything more than an insignificant cog in the machine. If you're referring to life after death, I believe that's another subject.
Posted on 7/9/15 at 12:03 am to RogerTheShrubber
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At least you reached this point. Some, when they realize everything they're doing is basically worthless, get very depressed.
I think the more one realizes how temporary and quick it goes the more precious and worthwhile it becomes.
Posted on 7/9/15 at 12:03 am to G Vice
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But I'm an only child, so when they decline, it's all on me.
Don't feel so bad. I'm the oldest of 4. My parents are very poor and basically living off my dad's social security checks(his job was considered obsolete last year and he is now 66) and my mom and siblings working part time(no one wants to pay full time and have to pay for benefits) minimum wage jobs right now. My 2 youngest siblings are mentally challenged and can never fully function on their own. My other sibling is a starving artist that is living a free spirited lifestyle in Oakland. So who do you think it's all gonna fall on? Me. And then on top of it...I'll also have to worry about the care of both my siblings. It's stuff like that that will literally keep my up all night with my stomach in knots worrying about what I'm gonna do then.
I'm a natural worrier though and have really just been trying to not worry about stuff that hasn't even happened yet. Trying to trust that God isn't gonna give me more than I can handle in regards to that and that whatever happens...I'll have the strength and wisdom at the time to make the best choices in what to do.
Posted on 7/9/15 at 12:05 am to vuvuzela
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Then you find peace with the temporal nature of our existence and are able to cherish each fleeting moment
This is the key. Being able to live in the present moment. Time seems to speed up exponentially once you hit thirty. Smoking a good bit of reefer does wonders also. Less booze, more weed.
Posted on 7/9/15 at 12:06 am to TROLA
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Losing my father a few months ago really put some things in perspective for me
About to be going through this myself. My father only has a few months left.
Posted on 7/9/15 at 12:10 am to lsunurse
Wow. I did now know all of that, but recall you sharing some of that through the years.
Add to that your attempts to plan having a child.........my advice to you is to start trying asap and get busy being a mother. Greatest achievement and greatest experience of your life. The family issues will still come but you will be better equipped to to handle them.
Add to that your attempts to plan having a child.........my advice to you is to start trying asap and get busy being a mother. Greatest achievement and greatest experience of your life. The family issues will still come but you will be better equipped to to handle them.
Posted on 7/9/15 at 12:10 am to arcalades
Dafuq are you rambling about
Posted on 7/9/15 at 12:10 am to TROLA
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Losing my father a few months ago really put some things in perspective for me.. He was 67 and that isn't old to me or at least not what I want to be old
My dad will be 67 next month and I agree...that isn't old to me either. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Posted on 7/9/15 at 12:11 am to RogerTheShrubber
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About to be going through this myself. My father only has a few months left.
My few months was shortened to 3 weeks.. It's an odd experience , at times an odd burden of expectations regarding your own future and a sense of relief and joy when you realize what you had..
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