The Loft: Butches and Femmes in their 40s, 50s and over.

[girl_dee]

i am having a better time at 50 than i did at 40 or 30, and i don't remember 20 but i am pretty sure it was not fun.

i've been responsible for others since i can remember and it sure feels good to let go and only worry about myself now. i am FREE!

i am also enjoying embracing my kinky side, something i have hidden for a long time.

i do wish i had my old body back, this one works but things aren't exactly where they used to be :blush:

[Mel C.]

i am having a better time at 50 than i did at 40 or 30, and i don't remember 20 but i am pretty sure it was not fun.

i've been responsible for others since i can remember and it sure feels good to let go and only worry about myself now. i am FREE!

i am also enjoying embracing my kinky side, something i have hidden for a long time.

i do wish i had my old body back, this one works but things aren't exactly where they used to be :blush:

I sure enjoy you in your 50's. I love your kinky side as well as your perfectly arranged body.

[cathexis]

Definitely had more fun and was more productive in my 30s/40s. Had a lucrative job, owned a townhouse outside of Ft. Lauderdale, my self esteem was high. Had a good group of equally wild friends. We would jet off several times a year to Intl. Ms. Leather, Living in Leather, Michfest, even Intl. Mr. Leather, and wherever else we wanted to. I had full leathers that were given or earned. Drove around in a Saab.

Went on a nursing travel assignment, my leathers were stolen, I was raped and the asshole stole my collection of irreplaceable whip and quirts as well as all my turquoise jewelry. I was put in jail pending court which I pled Nolo contender cause I could risk a felony. Had not done what they charged me with, but it was the only way out. Had my custom made wedding ring stolen. Yeah, sure the rapist went to prison...for 2 years!

Have been homeless twice panhandling for food and a place for the night. Lost my companion animals 1) a wolf hybrid had to be placed up for adoption and 2) a sweet pitbull who was a one family dog had to be put down. My 3 cats just wandered off. My Partner's sister paid for our travel from Albuquerque and refused the animals. Once in the NE, we were housed with Her brother whose wife hated us.

Both of us became disabled, but I was the only one whose SSDI was approved. We live in a small village up near Canada. Saving money to move to a city, probably Albany.

See those 30s and 40s were truly better. I feel like I'm just biding time. My depression and OCD are much worse. Have become agoraphobic. Rarely leave the apartment which is a whole other mess.

[girl_dee]

Good morning ..

Cath i am so sorry to hear about your hard times.

i am waiting to go to work, i am not a fan of these short days!

[Esme nha Maire]

i am now 72. I do miss an environment which recognizes that 55 is not 70 and the slide after 70 is nothing like 60 - 70 .

You have no idea how tiresome it is to hear younger ppl ( even 60 year olds) going on abt age being just a number.

if you are one of those "plagued elders', come contact me directly and i will explain so many things to you....most of which never occurred to you till AARP sent you an email to join up.

Some of it:
There's the first moment when the kid at the grocery counter calls you Ma'am";

the moment when you realise you can't recognise a single song at a community gay dance;

the moment when you realise those 20-somethings on the dance floor might sleep with you, once ( Just to see what it's like or maybe cause they have a tiny social conscience screw loose. ).

Sooooo....Age gracefully my darlings; accept it and the wisdom it brings as it comes and only have sex with women older than you. You'll like it. They'll like it too.

And there are some amazing 80 y/o bodies out there, or so i'm told.

(Chuckling) aye, age is just a number, but bigger numbers are indicative of more wear and tear! Even allowing for my current lack of fitness, no way could I keep up with the way our (female) twenty-something instructor could fork-over an allotment (lets just draw a veil over the gap between me and the twenty-something lads on the course!) I've always used Sir or Ma'am to anyone over twenty - does this make me a bad person? :-}

[GeorgiaMa'am]

I've always used Sir or Ma'am to anyone over twenty - does this make me a bad person? :-}

I've always used Sir or Ma'am to anyone over about 40, but lately (I'm now 52) I'm starting to get odd looks. They seem to be thinking, "Who are you calling Ma'am? You're a Ma'am yourself!" It seems to especially happen if they are noticeably younger than me. (Instances in the leather scene not included, of course.)

Has anyone else noticed this?

[girl_dee]

I've always used Sir or Ma'am to anyone over about 40, but lately (I'm now 52) I'm starting to get odd looks. They seem to be thinking, "Who are you calling Ma'am? You're a Ma'am yourself!" It seems to especially happen if they are noticeably younger than me. (Instances in the leather scene not included, of course.)

Has anyone else noticed this?

i use Ma’am and Sir and don’t mind being Ma’amed myself.

[Lyte]

Here in the south, Texas ... not sure where you're at... ;) The Sir and Ma'am def flow regularly from younger to older BUT... at least in the workplace it does flow the other direction too... if only as a courtesy.

I've always used Sir or Ma'am to anyone over about 40, but lately (I'm now 52) I'm starting to get odd looks. They seem to be thinking, "Who are you calling Ma'am? You're a Ma'am yourself!" It seems to especially happen if they are noticeably younger than me. (Instances in the leather scene not included, of course.)

Has anyone else noticed this?

[LOQUI]

:curtain: Is anybody in here?!

Hello? :hiding:



:nothingtoadd:

[Gemme]

:curtain: Is anybody in here?!

Hello? :hiding:



:nothingtoadd:

Nope!!!!!!

[LOQUI]

Nope!!!!!!



Nope!?!?!?!?!?!?

what....

that nobody is here....or not that I can't be included in this thread?! :seeingstars:

I promise I have my birth certificate to show Im older than 21. :sunglass:

Note: I also count with some wrinkles and, after my last haircut I noticed that I even have a few white hairs!! :|

[Gemme]

Double that 21 and you're in like Flynn.

I meant nope in response to your 'is anybody in here' question. The exclamation points were for the 10 letter minimum. lol

[Chad]

I am here!

:cowboy:

[Bootsandheels]

I definitely qualify for this group! LOL... ;) Hello everyone!

[Mel C.]

Hello Lofters...Happy Sunday!

[Gayandgray]

Hello!!! Howdy!!!!!!

[candy_coated_bitch]

Helloooo!! Peeking in again. I am officially in my 40's now so I guess I belong here!

[introverted1]

Welcome! How does it feel to be a member of the club?

[Chad]

Howdy Lofters, I hope that everyone is having a happy weekend. I am home and happy to be here with the kitties.

Cheers,
Chad

[candy_coated_bitch]

Welcome! How does it feel to be a member of the club?

Weird!!! I'll admit it. I still feel young inside but 41 is officially in your 40's.

[cathexis]

Weird!!! I'll admit it. I still feel young inside but 41 is officially in your 40's.

Oh, now we're lett' da yungins in!

Dar goes da neighba'hood. T'ain't nuttin' safe, no mo'?!

Lawdy be, what's zis wor'd a comin' to?

[Lyte]

Evening lofters! Hope everyone's having a fabulous weekend! :)

[Bèsame*]

In my loft... it's super loud with crackling lightning and booming thunder. I'm enjoying it so on my balcony.

[Teddybear]

In my bed. Waiting for sleep to take over. Just wonder y I can't stay awake in my recliner but I get in before and I'm eise azz awake

[introverted1]

Weird!!! I'll admit it. I still feel young inside but 41 is officially in your 40's.

I hear you. In my mind and in my body, I'm still officially in my mid-twenties. Except, I really do love my age, and all the things that I've learned.

One helpful factor is that I don't have any aches or pains. Nothing.

[candy_coated_bitch]

Oh, now we're lett' da yungins in!

Dar goes da neighba'hood. T'ain't nuttin' safe, no mo'?!

Lawdy be, what's zis wor'd a comin' to?

Hey now! It says butches and femnes in their 40's!

I hear you. In my mind and in my body, I'm still officially in my mid-twenties. Except, I really do love my age, and all the things that I've learned.

One helpful factor is that I don't have any aches or pains. Nothing.

I'm getting the aches and pains already. :|

[Esme nha Maire]

I hear you. In my mind and in my body, I'm still officially in my mid-twenties. Except, I really do love my age, and all the things that I've learned.

One helpful factor is that I don't have any aches or pains. Nothing.

(pout sulk) get offa my lawn, y'wee whippersnapper! (chuckle) - I still feel like a late teen in many ways in my head, but my body is FULL of aches and pains... sigh.. :-} Enjoy the ache-free years while they last, Introverted1!

[introverted1]

(pout sulk) get offa my lawn, y'wee whippersnapper! (chuckle) - I still feel like a late teen in many ways in my head, but my body is FULL of aches and pains... sigh.. :-} Enjoy the ache-free years while they last, Introverted1!

(Intro quickly sprinting from Esme's lawn....)

I hope I remain ache-free for a very long time...I know I'm lucky!

[introverted1]

There was a fabulous interview of Edie Falco on Bullseye this morning. The interviewer was ticking me off a bit, he was borderline insulting in pointing out that Falco's career didn't really begin to take off until she was nearly middle-aged (in her mid-thirties! Really?).

She replied beautifully that in her opinion, her life has just gotten better and better with each decade, and that she's hitting her stride right now.

[cathexis]

Aches and pains, bah humbug. My mom taught us all about mind over matter. She was a pro. ballerina through her 30s. Smiling through performances that I would have called "safe word" on. Her right great toe nail never did heal properly. She used to tell me stories of taping up her foot when I started in about taping ankles and wrists doing gymnastics. Made me feel like a wuss, though not her intention. Was just trying to bond.

[introverted1]

Aches and pains, bah humbug. My mom taught us all about mind over matter. She was a pro. ballerina through her 30s. Smiling through performances that I would have called "safe word" on. Her right great toe nail never did heal properly. She used to tell me stories of taping up her foot when I started in about taping ankles and wrists doing gymnastics. Made me feel like a wuss, though not her intention. Was just trying to bond.

Oh my gosh, I've have heard horror stories about the pain of ballet! Your mom was a definite trooper, cathexis.

You were a gymnast? Did you have a specialty? I can definitely see how that would be wear and tear as well.

[candy_coated_bitch]

Aches and pains, bah humbug. My mom taught us all about mind over matter. She was a pro. ballerina through her 30s. Smiling through performances that I would have called "safe word" on. Her right great toe nail never did heal properly. She used to tell me stories of taping up her foot when I started in about taping ankles and wrists doing gymnastics. Made me feel like a wuss, though not her intention. Was just trying to bond.

Ballet ain't no joke. I have no idea how they do it. Props to your mom!

And very interesting that you were a gymnast. How long did you do that for?

[introverted1]

I think I'm up for a hike this morning...what are the rest of you up to today?

[Lyte]

I woke up earlier with a headache so thus far I've only managed to reboot my start. :p I took a couple aspirin, went back to bed, just woke up and feel WAY better! Some fresh air and sun sound like a great way to go! :koolaid:

I think I'm up for a hike this morning...what are the rest of you up to today?

[clay]

I think I'm up for a hike this morning...what are the rest of you up to today?

I am still reorganizing my stackable craft box totes and general cleaning of apartment. Want to come help? lol

[Chained Daisy]

I`m doing some decluttering which so far has resulted in a lot of clutter.

I think I need some of Clay`s stackable totes !

[Gemme]

I am still reorganizing my stackable craft box totes and general cleaning of apartment. Want to come help? lol

Nope! I have my own to work through.

:runforhills:

I`m doing some decluttering which so far has resulted in a lot of clutter.

I think I need some of Clay`s stackable totes !

Me too! It always seems to get worse before it gets better, eh?

[clay]

Nope! I have my own to work through.

:runforhills:

I bet your craft room is very well organized my friend. I would help you..lol

Me too! It always seems to get worse before it gets better, eh?

I have 5 of the multidrawer stackable storage bin things....one is broken so I am emptying that one into the other 5. I have 10 actually BUT only these will fit neatly into my tiny studio apt! Good thing several are taller & skinnier and a couple wider and shorter to hold them on top...:)

[introverted1]

I am still reorganizing my stackable craft box totes and general cleaning of apartment. Want to come help? lol

I totally rock at this sort of project- wish I could come and help, LOL!

[introverted1]

Well, I didn't hike today, but I have to tomorrow...the pasque flowers are blooming and I really want to see them while I can. There's a prairie in a state park not far from me.

I did manage to find a new pair of sneakers, which I need badly. Hard to find anything in my size (11), but I noticed at the shoe place today, there were even a few size 12's.

Making carrot cashew curry for supper.

[homoe]

Well, I didn't hike today, but I have to tomorrow...the pasque flowers are blooming and I really want to see them while I can. There's a prairie in a state park not far from me.

I did manage to find a new pair of sneakers, which I need badly. Hard to find anything in my size (11), but I noticed at the shoe place today, there were even a few size 12's.

Making carrot cashew curry for supper.

Hard to believe two weeks ago you's had a snowstorm and now you're able to admire the beauty of pasque flowers!
Enjoy the park and your hike..:hangloose:

[Dean Thoreau]

Carrot cashew curry!!!!!!! Oh now that wonderful raisins in it ?

I would go hiking for that

[introverted1]

Hard to believe two weeks ago you's had a snowstorm and now you're able to admire the beauty of pasque flowers!
Enjoy the park and your hike..:hangloose:

Homoe, literally TWO DAYS after the snowstorm, frogs were out singing! It was glorious.

[introverted1]

Carrot cashew curry!!!!!!! Oh now that wonderful raisins in it ?

I would go hiking for that

I didn't include raisins, but I sure can for part deux tomorrow night! I'm a fabulous cook, I wish I could magic some of the meal right over to you.

[homoe]

I didn't include raisins, but I sure can for part deux tomorrow night! I'm a fabulous cook, I wish I could magic some of the meal right over to you.

Ya know, with talk like this you'll have butches breaking down your door......:giggle:

[introverted1]

Ya know, with talk like this you'll have butches breaking down your door......:giggle:

If only...

[Chad]

Life is great!

I hope that everyone finds some happiness this weekend.

[clay]

Must be reasonably sane, have a healthy "sensual" appetite, live in the world of reality, be sensitive to someone "differently abled", able to cook & be cooked for, and be emotionally available....there....not too much on that proverbial "wish list", right?! :)

[firecat242]

Must be reasonably sane, have a healthy "sensual" appetite, live in the world of reality, be sensitive to someone "differently abled", able to cook & be cooked for, and be emotionally available....there....not too much on that proverbial "wish list", right?! :)

Good wish list Clay....I for one have resorted to looking at Amazon.com to see if they have those items in stock.

[Mel C.]

Crowded loft yesterday! I hope all of the Lofters have a wonderful weekend.

[clay]

Good wish list Clay....I for one have resorted to looking at Amazon.com to see if they have those items in stock.

Thanks, firecat!!! Now that is a unique idea....great place to look, for one can find almost anything one wants on Amazon!!

I was feeling a bit frisky last night & when I am like that, my humor just takes off!!

Have an awesome Sunday Lofters!!!

[Bèsame*]

Hellooooo

It's a wonderful weekend. ..I'm enjoying mine so much! We need a Tex-meet and greet :)

Come out come out where ever you are!

[Chained Daisy]

Nice to see the Loft so busy, enjoy the rest of your weekend everyone :bunchflowers:

[Chad]

Hellooooo

It's a wonderful weekend. ..I'm enjoying mine so much! We need a Tex-meet and greet :)

Come out come out where ever you are!

Yes, please sign me up.

Houston is good I am there all the time for work. Austin and Dallas are good too.

[introverted1]

Must be reasonably sane, have a healthy "sensual" appetite, live in the world of reality, be sensitive to someone "differently abled", able to cook & be cooked for, and be emotionally available....there....not too much on that proverbial "wish list", right?! :)


This seems like a perfectly reasonable wish list to me.

[Anastasia11]

North Padre Island National Seashore is AMAZING. Anyone up for a camp out on the beach?

[Chained Daisy]

North Padre Island National Seashore is AMAZING. Anyone up for a camp out on the beach?

Sounds perfect, please says there`s food too......? :bbq:

[clay]

North Padre Island National Seashore is AMAZING. Anyone up for a camp out on the beach?

My Texas cousins LOVE this place, and camped out their in their motorhomes & RV's.

While I haven't ever had the pleasure to see this island, I have seen their photos & heard their stories.

Sadly, 2 no longer are able to do anything anymore...:(.

[Wrang1er]

North Padre Island National Seashore is AMAZING. Anyone up for a camp out on the beach?

A campfire on the beach would be awesome!

[Chad]

North Padre Island National Seashore is AMAZING. Anyone up for a camp out on the beach?

Yes, NPI is one of the prettiest beaches in Texas. I am always up for a road trip and fun time with friends.

[homoe]

North Padre Island National Seashore is AMAZING. Anyone up for a camp out on the beach?


I'm NOT really an outdoors type but if the answer to daisy's inquire is yes and they have hotels nearby, I could be talked into this..:hangloose:

[Mel C.]

I'm NOT really an outdoors type but if the answer to daisy's inquire is yes and they have hotels nearby, I could be talked into this..:hangloose:

We can get rooms in the same hotel lol.

[Lyte]

My family RVs on beach all the time in S. Cal, I have not. Sounds like a great time!

My Texas cousins LOVE this place, and camped out their in their motorhomes & RV's.

While I haven't ever had the pleasure to see this island, I have seen their photos & heard their stories.

Sadly, 2 no longer are able to do anything anymore...:(.

[Lyte]

I'm in the DFW area. :fastdraq:

;)


Hellooooo

It's a wonderful weekend. ..I'm enjoying mine so much! We need a Tex-meet and greet :)

Come out come out where ever you are!

[Bèsame*]

I'm in the DFW area. :fastdraq:

;)

I know you are!!

Psst, I even have your address...shhhh

[Lyte]

Iol That is true! ;)

That was more of a gen announcement re Texans getting together. :p


I know you are!!

Psst, I even have your address...shhhh

[Anastasia11]

We can get rooms in the same hotel lol.

Lots of hotels nearby...

[homoe]

We can get rooms in the same hotel lol.

Sounds like a plan BECAUSE you know this butch won't be doing any camping...:seeingstars:

[Sweet as Cake]

Hellooooo

It's a wonderful weekend. ..I'm enjoying mine so much! We need a Tex-meet and greet :)

Come out come out where ever you are!


Darn, wish I had read this a few days ago ! I just spent the last 2 weeks in the Dallas area !! We could have had a "mini" meetup !
Next time I'm there, I'll contact you!! ;)

[clay]

Good morning Lofters! Hope your day is an awesome one! Have fun & give someone a smile..that make well make their day an incredible one!

:sunglass:

[Chad]

Happy weekend lofters.

[introverted1]

I have not been camping in years, I miss it!

[Chad]

I love when restaurants have the 55+ menu.
Lofters rock!

[Chained Daisy]

I love when restaurants have the 55+ menu.
Lofters rock!

I have not heard of this Chad, is it discounted prices or soft and easy to chew foods ?!!

Some places here, often pubs, do an OAP {old age pensioner}
special. I am not quite there in age yet though !

Greetings lovely Lofters :rrose:

[clay]

I have not heard of this Chad, is it discounted prices or soft and easy to chew foods ?!!

Some places here, often pubs, do an OAP {old age pensioner}
special. I am not quite there in age yet though !

Greetings lovely Lofters :rrose:

Hey Chained Daisy...it is indeed discounted food prices...and usually some portions are smaller....like instead of a stack of pancakes, you will get one...or sometimes, two. You can get one egg, one bacon or sausage, or turkey bacon...:)

It IS a great deal....

[clay]

GM Lofters!!

A beautiful day here in the sunshine state.

Agree with Chaqueso, the 55+ menus rock! Most times, anyway!

I can order off kids' menu since I had my bariatric surgery done, and is plenty for me to eat! We get a wallet card stating such...:)

Have an awesome day today all you gorgeous people!!

[Chained Daisy]

Hey Chained Daisy...it is indeed discounted food prices...and usually some portions are smaller....like instead of a stack of pancakes, you will get one...or sometimes, two. You can get one egg, one bacon or sausage, or turkey bacon...:)

It IS a great deal....

Far better than playing for a huge plate of food that you are going to leave half of eh !

We sometimes have `light bites` on menus, smaller portions/healthier dishes, trouble is when I go for these I get tempted to top it up with a couple of sides which defeats the object !

[introverted1]

I finally had a day off when it isn't freezing ass cold or raining! Sunny and actually hot today in WI. :clap:

[Chad]

Hey Chained Daisy...it is indeed discounted food prices...and usually some portions are smaller....like instead of a stack of pancakes, you will get one...or sometimes, two. You can get one egg, one bacon or sausage, or turkey bacon...:)

It IS a great deal....


Clay nailed it, thanks buddy. It is smaller portions at a discount price.

[JDeere]

LOL I can't wait till I get my 55plus discount on food!

My folks do when we go out to eat but I'm stuck with minimial food and huge prices.

[introverted1]

Nooooooooo!!!! We are losing our Ben Franklin!

I am beyond bummed...

[homoe]

Nooooooooo!!!! We are losing our Ben Franklin!

I am beyond bummed...

Who even knew there was still a Ben Franklin up around your neck of the woods! Most closed down years ago!

[Lyte]

Hmm? What? How? Where?

Nooooooooo!!!! We are losing our Ben Franklin! I am beyond bummed...

[Gemme]

Nooooooooo!!!! We are losing our Ben Franklin!

I am beyond bummed...

Who even knew there was still a Ben Franklin up around your neck of the woods! Most closed down years ago!

What are we talking about? At first I thought it was the new bill coming out but Ben's still on it; it's just updated for counterfeit purposes. Is it a restaurant? Store? Inquiring minds need to know!

[homoe]

What are we talking about? At first I thought it was the new bill coming out but Ben's still on it; it's just updated for counterfeit purposes. Is it a restaurant? Store? Inquiring minds need to know!

I think she means store! Like an old-fashion dime store

[candy_coated_bitch]

I never heard of Ben Franklin either. The store, obviously I've heard of the person.

[introverted1]

Yes, it's a dime store and it's wonderful... the owner of the building is raising the rent to the point where they are driving small businesses out.

[Dean Thoreau]

They had one of those Ben franklins in lambertville N.J., I loved that place, now it’s some terribly expensive fusion restaurant where you pay 40 dollars for 2 pumpkin ravioli with a tiny sprinkle of rabbit food on top.

I really dislike restaurants that don’t serve food but decorative plates instead; and the whole purpose is to be seen there, or tell of your trip there and who you saw. Food rarely enters the reasons.

I’ll ttake a nice mom n pop diner/restaraunt that has great food, great owners, and you don’t have to say who was there cause you know every body, you r a regular and before you can sit at the table your coffee and glass of ice is already on its way.

[introverted1]

They had one of those Ben franklins in lambertville N.J., I loved that place, now it’s some terribly expensive fusion restaurant where you pay 40 dollars for 2 pumpkin ravioli with a tiny sprinkle of rabbit food on top.

I really dislike restaurants that don’t serve food but decorative plates instead; and the whole purpose is to be seen there, or tell of your trip there and who you saw. Food rarely enters the reasons.

I’ll ttake a nice mom n pop diner/restaraunt that has great food, great owners, and you don’t have to say who was there cause you know every body, you r a regular and before you can sit at the table your coffee and glass of ice is already on its way.
I hate those "Small Plates" places as well...so pretentious!

[GeorgiaMa'am]

Yes, it's a dime store and it's wonderful... the owner of the building is raising the rent to the point where they are driving small businesses out.

I hate this phenomenon. One of our iconic shopping centers (Toco Hills) was bought about a year or so ago, and they have raised the rents to the place that all the good mom-and-pop stores are moving out. Just last Friday, Bagel Palace closed - the source of the best and most authentic bagels in Atlanta, not to mention the best whitefish salad. They have also closed a shoe store, a jeweler and a pub I liked. The stores that are staying are big chain grocery stores and places like Ace Hardware. This same development company has bought other shopping centers in Atlanta, and they have become all the same, no more locally owned businesses, all chain stores.

I don't care how many Massage Envy chains move into Toco Hills, all my reasons for shopping there are leaving.

[Gemme]

That's happening here too. Our Job Lot had to move to another plaza because their rent is so high and we lost the nearest Olympia Sports too. Same plaza. If they lose the grocery store, the whole plaza will die.

[JDeere]

Sounds like a few stores here as welll. Toys r us is out amongst other places.

[Chained Daisy]

A lot of chains are suffering this side of the pond too. Poundworld has just gone into receivership, Marks and Spencers a very popular dept store reported a big fall in profits, Toys R Us are all closing here too, House Of Frazer are closing a lot of stores and numerous other's all what we call here `High Street` big names. When these stores disappear from smaller towns it has a drastic impact on trade for other shops and jobs. Again its often the rates being so high that leave little profit left.

I live in quite a rural area so often shop on line and also often feel bad about that so I make a point most weeks of driving to one of the little villages scattered about and picking up a few bits and bobs. In particular I pop into the chemists and post offices as I know when they close it can really be troublesome for the elderly to access the services they need close at hand.

And I`ll say I invariably end up chatting to several people along the way, smaller independent shops always seem to have a welcoming, relaxed atmosphere and have time for those who want to chat as well as shop. After all, for some solitary souls it may be the only conversation they have with anyone all day.

[Lyte]

That was thought exactly... what's a Ben Franklin? Now I know! :)

What are we talking about? At first I thought it was the new bill coming out but Ben's still on it; it's just updated for counterfeit purposes. Is it a restaurant? Store? Inquiring minds need to know!

[Lyte]

Unless... it's a tapas bar... those are wonderful! ;)




I hate those "Small Plates" places as well...so pretentious!

[homoe]

BUMP..........

[homoe]

LOL I can't wait till I get my 55plus discount on food!

My folks do when we go out to eat but I'm stuck with minimial food and huge prices.


There are all sorts of other discounts too, but most of the times I forget to ask for them!

[C0LLETTE]

Show me a place that offers half-price seniors' discounts on a busy Friday or Saturday night and I'll show you a place that truly honours "seniors". I'm tired of being grateful for "leftovers" at a seniors' discount on Mondays from 4 pm to 5 pm.

[Chad]

Howdy Lofters,

I see that we are chatting about discounts. I discovered that in the U.S. Dennys and Ihop offer a 55+ menu. Smaller portions and a discount.

I love it!

Happy Labor Day my friends.

[bibbs]

Lol...no way! I'm old...

[cathexis]

I never heard of Ben Franklin either. The store, obviously I've heard of the person.

Are you old enough to be on this thread? Does your mom know you're here? lol. Ben Franklin...a dime store that managed to outlive Woolworth's for some odd reason.

[Gemme]

I hadn't heard of the Ben Franklin stores either. It's likely regional.

[candy_coated_bitch]

Are you old enough to be on this thread? Does your mom know you're here? lol. Ben Franklin...a dime store that managed to outlive Woolworth's for some odd reason.

Yes, I'm old enough to be in this thread. No, my mom probably doesn't know I'm here. I'm not the only one who didn't know what a Ben Franklin was!!!

[FireSignFemme]

Are you old enough to be on this thread? Does your mom know you're here? lol. Ben Franklin...a dime store that managed to outlive Woolworth's for some odd reason.

I had my first date at a Woolworth Drugstore, we were both about nine years old. She looked black, I looked white – bad choice of restaurants.

[girl_dee]

I hadn't heard of the Ben Franklin stores either. It's likely regional.

must be because I am older than all of ya and I don’t remember it!

[homoe]

must be because I am older than all of ya and I don’t remember it!

I know for sure they were in the Midwest. I worked at one in the early 70's

[TL1]

I don’t know it either. Cause y’all wanted to know that.

[bibbs]

I'm bumping this up. Am I the only one who's old?...LOLI'm old for sure.

[The_Lady_Snow]

Vintage here...

[Gemme]

must be because I am older than all of ya and I don’t remember it!

I demand a recount!

I know for sure they were in the Midwest. I worked at one in the early 70's

Makes sense! I've not seen them in MS, FL, GA, WA, NY, TX or RI so that pretty much leaves the Midwest.

[Mopsie]

Are you old enough to be on this thread? Does your mom know you're here? lol. Ben Franklin...a dime store that managed to outlive Woolworth's for some odd reason.

They had them here in Virginia. There was one that closed only a few years ago in a town up the road from me.

[Chad]

Howdy Lofters,

I hope that everyone is having fun. I am so busy that I can't even remember what day it is.

Cheers to all my friends,
Chad

[homoe]

BUMP BUMP....


Been awhile since anyone has posted here I see......:|

[candy_coated_bitch]

How's all Lofters who think I don't belong here lol. My birthday is coming up this month and I will officially be into my 40's. I'll be 42. I know that's on the younger side in here but I'm feeling old!!!

[firecat242]

Just a few moments ago I came across a picture on FB of something called the Cootie Bug game. Most probably don't remember it. I had the game as a child....that was at least 150 years ago. Gawd...I am old.

[homoe]

Just a few moments ago I came across a picture on FB of something called the Cootie Bug game. Most probably don't remember it. I had the game as a child....that was at least 150 years ago. Gawd...I am old.

https://i.ytimg.com/vi/hIfzDu0mrrE/hqdefault.jpg


I remember that game, I'm old too.........:|

[FireSignFemme]

http://image.timepassagesnostalgia.com/watermarked/imagesa3/a336cootie1.jpg

I knew people who had this version, and played with them as a child, when we visited. No I'm not that old, it's just people tended to take better care of things back then, also a lot of things for children then were better made sturdier than today's versions. Of course who knows how toxic the parts and pieces, painting and packaging were back then.

One of the many later versions
http://www.robbinsdale.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/cootie.jpg

[candy_coated_bitch]

Just a few moments ago I came across a picture on FB of something called the Cootie Bug game. Most probably don't remember it. I had the game as a child....that was at least 150 years ago. Gawd...I am old.

That was my favorite game as a small child!!!

[Lizdoyle83dance]

I have dated older since college, when I came out, I find it a lovely dynamic 💃💁🏼‍♀️

[JDeere]

Hey lofters!

Soon to be 42!

I had the cootie game as a kid as well as old gi joes.

[candy_coated_bitch]

Hey lofters!

Soon to be 42!

I had the cootie game as a kid as well as old gi joes.

We're the same age! I turned 42 in March!

[FireSignFemme]

I'm feeling so old today I don't think I should be in the loft, try attic.

[Chad]

Yep, I am old but not yet retired.
Folks seem suprised when they learn my age. I guess that I still have a baby face. Ha!

I am thinking about a thread that will help our aging community check in on each other.
I worry about our aging folks including myself. Let's chat about that, I would like to hear what other folks think about our aging community and how we can help each other.

[Gemme]

I'm feeling so old today I don't think I should be in the loft, try attic.

That's my life every day.

:blink:

[Lyte]

That sounds like a fine idea. Particularly for those who live far from family and/or live alone. I consider myself still pretty young but I'd have to check both those box. I'm half kidding here ... but... I'd hate to keel over and become supper for my cats! Iol Oh yes, I love em, cats are great, but cats are also rude lil fuckers! :p :blink:

Yep, I am old but not yet retired.
Folks seem suprised when they learn my age. I guess that I still have a baby face. Ha!

I am thinking about a thread that will help our aging community check in on each other.
I worry about our aging folks including myself. Let's chat about that, I would like to hear what other folks think about our aging community and how we can help each other.

[candy_coated_bitch]

I'm still in the younger age range of this thread, but something for aging members of the community sounds like a good idea. Check in and all.

I am also feeling old today. I walked around a LOT yesterday and today and all I feel is old, sore, and tired.

[cathexis]

Feeling weird that in September, I will not technically be eligible to post on this thread.
<<< will be exiting out the back...oy vey!

[C0LLETTE]

Feeling weird that in September, I will not technically be eligible to post on this thread.
<<< will be exiting out the back...oy vey!

the thread is for 40's, 50's, and over...stick around till you really are "over".

:)

[ksrainbow]

Gracefully retired on 6/1/19 at the age of 61.

Ks-:cheer: :happyjump:

[Lyte]

I feel no shame saying... jealous!!! :deepthoughts:

Congrats! :p


Gracefully retired on 6/1/19 at the age of 61.

Ks-:cheer: :happyjump:

[FireSignFemme]

Doc says hip is sore only from too much lazy ass sitting around, not bone disease or something.

https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/71-QlQFd47L._SX355_.jpg

[JDeere]

At 42... my poor body is going to hell !

I have no clue how bad it will be when I get older!

Anyways, there is fresh goodies and drinks in the corner for everyone!

[Blade]

Who's still here these days? About to be 58 ouch that hurt lol. Actually everything since 54 has hurt. I'm hoping the 60's will be better

[C0LLETTE]

I'm still here and almost 20 years older than you, 75 in August.

If you are complaining now you have no idea what awaits you.

A few years ago, I was in an art gallery, the gallery was up one flight so I started up the stairs. There was an elevator at the bottom of the stairs and an older couple waiting for it.
I called to them and said "come on, it's only one flight" and they turned to me and said "How old are you?". I said 72. They said "We are 75 and you don't know anything yet".

And so it is my young friend....lol

BTW, stereotyping older women, and me in particular, would lead me to consider you an idiot...some of us just have great genes.

[Kelt]

Who's still here these days? About to be 58 ouch that hurt lol. Actually everything since 54 has hurt. I'm hoping the 60's will be better

I'm 58 as well, for another month anyway. A few months ago I did something painful to a knee without actually knowing what. My Dr said because of my age it must be arthritis! I refused that diagnosis and started regular physical therapy, hmmm not so much help. I am now starting with a well regarded "Holistic" physical therapist and yoga outfit to do a head to toe re-set. I'll let you how that goes in a couple thousand dollars... :blink:

[C0LLETTE]

My own theory is that unless you are genetically blessed with good bones, and genetic everything else ( including teeth ) , you're doing a nice very expensive job of pushing against the wind.

[Kelt]

My own theory is that unless you are genetically blessed with good bones, and genetic everything else ( including teeth ) , you're doing a nice very expensive job of pushing against the wind.

Most likely true, but I’ll go down swinging!

It’s been a good decade since my last reset and a stressful one at that so I‘m due.

At least I’m enjoying good health and excellent teeth. :cheesy:

[Kelt]

I'm 58 as well, for another month anyway. A few months ago I did something painful to a knee without actually knowing what. My Dr said because of my age it must be arthritis! I refused that diagnosis and started regular physical therapy, hmmm not so much help. I am now starting with a well regarded "Holistic" physical therapist and yoga outfit to do a head to toe re-set. I'll let you how that goes in a couple thousand dollars... :blink:

Follow up: Well, I went to the holistic joint twice a week for a month then once a week for a month and my knee issues are completely cleared up. Very different style of PT as compared to “normal” and I’m really happy about it, also fixed an unrelated neck issue while I was there. I’m going to continue going in once every couple of weeks for a bit because I’m working on some long-term posture issues, but I am making good progress there too.

Still getting older, but hanging in there!

[GeorgiaMa'am]

Follow up: Well, I went to the holistic joint twice a week for a month then once a week for a month and my knee issues are completely cleared up. Very different style of PT as compared to “normal” and I’m really happy about it, also fixed an unrelated neck issue while I was there. I’m going to continue going in once every couple of weeks for a bit because I’m working on some long-term posture issues, but I am making good progress there too.

Still getting older, but hanging in there!

Good for you for trying out something different instead of just accepting what the doc had to say. 58 (or 59 now? Happy Birthday!) is much too young to give up on good health. I'm so glad you're doing better!

[Vincent]

Follow up: Well, I went to the holistic joint twice a week for a month then once a week for a month and my knee issues are completely cleared up. Very different style of PT as compared to “normal” and I’m really happy about it, also fixed an unrelated neck issue while I was there. I’m going to continue going in once every couple of weeks for a bit because I’m working on some long-term posture issues, but I am making good progress there too.

Still getting older, but hanging in there!

I actually love turning 60,I've never felt so solid,mentally and free.possibly moving near the ocean as well,as removing toxic people in my life
I'm, trying a new pt/sports med guy today but then trying to access a service here.
National dissabilty insurance scheme.
If i'm accepted,the govt pays for weird shit as it is based on a wholeness approach,so I may phisio,plus a trainer,but also guitar lessons ,maybe they will pay for me to record music as diagnosed with Cptsd,music soothes the beast in me.
My mate in Melbourne has a songwrting mentor paid by the govt.

But all i can do is apply and let go.
I was fit as in 2013,and shit hit the fan in 2014 and I'm still trying to phisically recover.
Mentally my Cptsd,has calmed down,I can even read again and recognise myself for the first time in 10 yrs,I have a great therapist.But also my home life is safe and calming and quiet.
All I can say is I feel maybe the best is in front of me.
ive met a great guitar teacher who is a sound engineer with recording studio,who is a bit kooky lol.