aging

One thing I’ve noticed is that as they grow older, people tend to care less about others’ opinions, and find it easier to assert themselves. Sometimes that’s liberating. Sometimes it’s a response to being ignored or condescended to. Graceful it ain’t.

Defy “age appropriate” expectations for what to say or wear and where to do it. Reject modesty and restraint! Be yourself! In other words, hit that club, wear that miniskirt, ignore age stereotypes. Think Iggy Pop and Mick Jagger, or the fashion icons of Advanced Style. More power to these octogenarian rockers and fashionistas; ageing is utterly in... See more

Aging isn’t something annoying that old people do; it’s a journey each of us embarks on the day we’re born.