The internet is a great place for young and old to collide. And maybe learn something. I’ve learned a lot about how different Gen X and Gen Y thinks by reading what they post on public forums and blogs. I’ve also learned a lot from folks who are way older than me! Really, when you read and type and communicate, no one knows how old you are, or what generation you belong to, unless you tell them. Sometime you can hazard a guess by the things they write, and maybe learn something new. I’m pretty proud of the diversity of people I’ve “met” on the net. Old folks are the best! Especially the ones who can take a joke.

The Zimmers

The average age of The Zimmers is 78. Lead singer Alf Carrera is 90 years old. Other band members are 99 and 100 years old! The single will be released on May 14th. Visit The Zimmers’ Myspace page.

THE CRUISE

A lady goes to the bar on a cruise ship and orders a Scotch with two drops of water. As the bartender gives her the drink she says, "I'm on this cruise to celebrate my 80th birthday and it's today.."

The bartender says, "Well, since it's your birthday, I'll buy you a drink. In fact, this one is on me."

As the woman finishes her drink, the woman to her right says, "I would like to buy you a drink, too."

The old woman says, "Thank you. Bartender, I want a Scotch with two drops of water."

 "Coming up," says the bartender.

As she finishes that drink, the man to her left says, "I would like to buy you one, too."

The old woman says, "Thank you. Bartender, I want another Scotch with two drops of water."

"Coming right up," the bartender says.

As he gives her the drink, he says, "Ma'am, I'm dying of curiosity. Why the Scotch with only two drops of water?"

The old woman replies, "Sonny, when you're my age, you've learned how to hold your liquor. Holding your water, however, is a whole other issue."

Do you ever get the idea that everyone who designs fun stuff on the web is a kid? Try this test.

You Are 22 Years Old

Under 12: You are a kid at heart. You still have an optimistic life view - and you look at the world with awe. 13-19: You are a teenager at heart. You question authority and are still trying to find your place in this world. 20-29: You are a twentysomething at heart. You feel excited about what's to come... love, work, and new experiences. 30-39: You are a thirtysomething at heart. You've had a taste of success and true love, but you want more! 40+: You are a mature adult. You've been through most of the ups and downs of life already. Now you get to sit back and relax.

Well its all nice and good to think that I act 22, but there were some problems with this test. For example, one question asked what your living arrangments are. The choices are:
# You live with your mom and dad... and love it!
# You live with your parents, unfortunately
# You live alone or with roomates
# You live with your boyfriend or girlfriend
# You live with your spouse
And none of those apply to me. I live with my children. And what is this about sitting back and relaxing because you are over 40? Like that's old or something! Yes, this has to have been designed by someone under, say, 25.

 
Sculptor Joel Haas’ latest work is called The Golden Couple, a commissioned work for Jerry and Nina’s 40th anniversary. I believe he has really captured their personalities!

THE HEARING AID

An elderly gentleman had serious hearing problems for a number of years. He went to the doctor and the doctor was able to have him fitted for a set of hearing aids that allowed the gentleman to hear 100%.

The elderly gentleman went back in a month to the doctor and the doctor said, "Your hearing is perfect. Your family must be really pleased that you can hear again."

The gentleman replied, "Oh, I haven't told my family yet. I just sit around and listen to the conversations. I've changed my will three times!"

Perks of being over 60

(via Bits and Pieces)
1. Kidnappers are not very interested in you.
2. In a hostage situation you are likely to be released first.
3. No one expects you to run--anywhere.
4. People call at 9 PM and ask, Did I wake you????
5. People no longer view you as a hypochondriac.
6. There is nothing left to learn the hard way.
7. Things you buy now won't wear out.
8. You can eat supper at 4 PM .
9. You can live without sex but not your glasses.
10. You get into heated arguments about pension plans.
11. You no longer think of speed limits as a challenge.
12. You quit trying to hold your stomach in no matter who walks into the room.
13. You sing along with elevator music.
14. Your eyes won't get much worse.
15. Your investment in health insurance is finally beginning to payoff.
16. Your joints are more accurate meteorologists than the national weather service.
17. Your secrets are safe with your friends because they can't remember them either.
18. Your supply of brain cells are finally down to a manageable size.
19. You can't remember where you got this list .
And you notice these are all in Big Print for your convenience.

HOW TRUE IT IS

Another year has passed
            and we're all a little older.
            Last summer felt hotter
            and winter seems much colder.

I rack my brain for happy thoughts,
            to put down on my pad, 
           But lots of things that come to mind
            just make me kind of sad.

There was a time not long ago
            when life was quite a blast.
            Now I fully understand
            about "Living in the Past".

We used to go to friends homes,
            football games and lunches.
            Now we go to therapy, to hospitals,
            and after-funeral brunches. 

We used to have hangovers,
            from parties that were gay.
            Now we suffer body aches
            and sleep the night away.

We used to go out dining,
            and couldn't get our fill.
            Now we ask for doggie bags,
            come home and take a pill.

We used to often travel
            to places near and far.
            Now we get backaches
            from riding in the car.

We used to go out shopping
            for new clothing at the Mall
            But, now we never bother..
            all the sizes are too small.

That, my friend is how life is,
            and now my tale is told.
            So, enjoy each day and live it up...
            before you're too darn old!!

More Pop Songs for Aging Baby Boomers

These are from the J-Walk Blog
    * The Angels - My Boyfriend's Dead
    * The Outsiders - Time Won't Let Me Do Anything
    * The Box Tops - Bend Me, Shake Me Out Of My Coma
    * Pete Seeger - This Land Is Your Land, Thanks to My Will
    * Steppenwolf - Magic Carpet Cleaner
    * Betty Everett - The Droop Droop Song
    * The Righteous Brothers - You've Lost That Feeling In Your Left Leg
    * Elvis Presley - Can't Help Falling Down The Stairs and Breaking My Hip
     *Nancy Sinatra - These Slippers Are Made For Keeping My Feet Warm When The House Gets a Little Chilly  

These are from J-Walk’s comments:
Eric Clapton: "it grows hair, it grows hair, it grows hair.....rogaine"
The Stones: Time Is Not on My Side.
The Stones: Get Off My Lawn.
James Brown: Papa's Got a Brand New Colostomy Bag.
The BeeGees: Stayin' Alive (but just barely)
Dixie Cups: Going to the Chapel (And We're Gonna Get Buried)
Gordon Lightfoot: Rainy Day Backache
Creedence Clearwater: Run to the Bathroom
The Beatles: Dear Prunejuice; Drive My Golfcart;  Got To Get It Into My Wife; Happiness Is A Lime Jell-o; I Am The Wal-Mart;
The Rolling Stones: 90th Nervous Breakdown; {I Can't Get No) Sam's Club Action; Let's Spend The 401K Together;
Led Zeppelin: Whole Lotta Cholesterol
Me and Wobbly Knee .. Janis Joplin
Who'll stop the pain .. Creedence Clearwater Recovery
Sweet Little Sixty .. Shaky Stevens
Where Have All the Hours Gone - Pete Seeger
Beatles: "Will you still need me..." When I'm Seventy-four.

The Young@Heart Chorus with I Want To Be Sedated.

Thought for today: I'm getting into swing dancing. Not on purpose. Some parts of my body are just prone to swinging.

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