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About 15 years ago I was at a gas station pumping gas and a very good-looking “older” man pulled up to the pump on the opposite side of me. He was gray-haired and driving a convertible Mercedes and I could hear his Rolling Stones music blaring all the way over on my side of the pump.
I remember my first thought was, “How cute! He likes rock and roll at his age!” (Okay, I was younger and dumber then!) My second thought was, “Duh! How old do you think Mick Jagger is!” (I learn quickly!)
Indulgent Misconceptions or…..
My point is that we can have such misconceptions of others based on their looks, clothes, and age. It’s sad really because it can keep us from connecting with other human beings who might actually light up our lives.
I must confess I have had the opposite experience as well. I once went on a date with a guy who at first glance did not look like my type. I would not want someone to judge me that way so I gave myself time to talk to him. He did not improve with exposure and there was no second date but at least I gave him a chance.
The Indulgent Little Old Lady Look
But back to my title. I am now 62 years old. I think I look a little younger, but not much. I haven’t quite reached the white-haired old lady look and really, I’m not sure I ever will.
Holy jeans rock! I like my holy jeans. I wear whatever feels comfortable to me. I carry my “luggage” in a backpack and the coolest roll-up bag ever and I have a tendency to cuss like a foul-mouthed sailor.
Not Anyone’s Stereotype
This weekend I went out of town, and as I sat at a light waiting for the longest, slowest train I have ever experienced I was doing a gentle headbang to an Imagine Dragon song and happened to look to my right and saw an interesting medical marijuana place that I wanted to visit.
And I laughed. I am not anyone’s stereotype of an old lady. I doubt very much that I ever will be and I am so happy about that! So what do you do that breaks your stereotype?
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At 54 I still have the younger generation wanting to hang out with my too cool husband and me. Sometimes I question why but then realize it is all in mindset. We are open minded, don’t care if you stop at the local dispensary, in fact you may see my hubby there. We listen to old rock, new rock and dance around our patio like teenagers hearing music for the first time. I am sure it is embarrassing to my daughters as I remember my mom dancing around too and me wanting to hide! Regardless if you stay open minded and still can laugh and tell a joke you will be good. Don’t become that old crotchety person you see some become. We all have stories that can impact who we are but don’t let them dictate your outlook on life!