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Wednesday, May 25, 2011

Yep! I'm a Senior Citizen!

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.
And we certainly are NOT the ones who eliminated patience and tolerance from personal relationships and interactions with others!!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!Spread the laughter
Share the cheer
Let's be happy
While we're here.

Go Green  -  Recycle CONGRESS!!

13 comments:

Cildemer said...

He he he! I totally agree with you!
And "I'm beginning to realize that aging is not for wimps."too;o)

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Hope you are having a nice and happy week, Sylvia****

jabblog said...

Great!

Al said...

I love the last line - "Go Green. Recycle Congress." I'm going to have to remember that one. I hope you're having a great week, Sylvia!

Martha Z said...

Very good, especially that last one.

Lois said...

Me too and proud of it!

Yogi♪♪♪ said...

You are very funny, and truthful.

michael bird said...

Tks for the laugh, Sylvia. Enjoyed every line.

George said...

This is great! You make me proud to be a Senior Citizen.

Teamgsquare said...

Amazing and awesome . Last sentence is the best Recycle Congress.

Kay L. Davies said...

Fun!
— K

Kay, Alberta, Canada
An Unfittie's Guide to Adventurous Travel

Dianne said...

Made me laugh! love the pretty green bird in your header.
Have a great day. xx

lotusleaf said...

Hurrah for senior citizens!I completely agree with you.

Francisca said...

Hahahaha! You go Sylvia!!

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