delta22 Posted March 30, 2012 Report Share Posted March 30, 2012 Senior citizens are constantly being criticized for every conceivable deficiency of the modern world, real or imaginary. We know we take responsibility for all we have done and do not blame others. HOWEVER, upon reflection, we would like to point out that it was NOT the senior citizens who took: The melody out of music, The pride out of appearance, The courtesy out of driving, The romance out of love, The commitment out of marriage, The responsibility out of parenthood, The togetherness out of the family, The learning out of education, The service out of patriotism, The Golden Rule from rulers, The nativity scene out of cities, The civility out of behavior, The refinement out of language, The dedication out of employment, The prudence out of spending, The ambition out of achievement or God out of government and school.And we certainly are NOT the ones who eliminated patience and tolerance from personal relationships and interactions with others!! And, we do understand the meaning of patriotism, and remember those who have fought and died for our country. Just look at the Seniors with tears in their eyes and pride in their hearts as they stand at attention with their hand over their hearts! YES, I'M A SENIOR CITIZEN! I'm the life of the party..... even if it lasts until 8 p.m. I'm very good at opening childproof caps.... with a hammer. I'm awake many hours before my body allows me to get up. I'm smiling all the time because I can't hear a thing you're saying. I'm sure everything I can't find is in a safe secure place, somewhere. I'm wrinkled, saggy, lumpy, and that's just my left leg. I'm beginning to realize that aging is not for wimps. Yes, I'm a SENIOR CITIZEN and I think I am having the time of my life! Now if I could only remember who sent this to me, I wouldn't send it back to them, but I would send it to many more too! Spread the laughter Share the cheer Let's be happy While we're here. Go Green - Recycle CONGRESS!! 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pattyangel Posted March 30, 2012 Report Share Posted March 30, 2012 Thanks Delta, I forward it to my Father, I'm sure it will make his day. This is right up his alley. My father is 86 years old and even though he has health issues, he is sharp on the computer, sometimes its hard for him to step away. So I like sending him stories like these. He really gets a kick out of them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wealthhound Posted March 30, 2012 Report Share Posted March 30, 2012 Delta, another great read from you, I'm not too far behind being a senior, actually, how old does one need to be anymore to be a senior??? 55, 65, 75??? If anyone knows the answer, please let me know so that I will be sure to have myself in the correct category!! Happy Friday All... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
securityguy Posted March 30, 2012 Report Share Posted March 30, 2012 Well, they say "you are as old as you feel". I guess I started really feeling senior at about 70. I especially relate to the statement about waking up several hours before your body would let you get up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AKVET Posted March 30, 2012 Report Share Posted March 30, 2012 Delta I resemble some of those remarks and I'm not that old. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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