Quotes from The Upside of Aging
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When The Upside of Aging comes out, you'll find lots of fun quotes scattered throughout its pages. For example:
Positively Positive Attitude
- As long as something bothers you, take the remedy to stop the bother. - Herb Zartner
- Comparison is the source of all unhappiness.
- Don't assume things will always get worse.
- Make sure you have fun in everything you do. - Herb Zartner
- Go for geriatric joy. Don't settle for old-aged doldrums.
Fun with Attitude
- Remember to keep your chins up.
- Nostalgia isn't what it used to be.
- "Yup, I used to worry a lot about getting older." "What happened?" "I got older, anyway."
Eating Out with Attitude
- Sign in a restaurant that appreciates Seniors: Due to the youthful appearance of our patrons, please inquire if you are eligible for our senior benefits.
- From the section of the menu for Seniors only. Executive Teenagers (Those with 6 decades of experience.)
Activity
- I'm pushing 90. Isn't that exercise enough?
- I like to exercise. It feels so good when I stop.
- I read that the older we get, the more important it is to accessorize. Or is that exercise? Oh well, whatever.
Humor
- You don't stop laughing because you grow old. You grow old because you stopped laughing.
Legacy
- Person A:
That I was a great doctor who cured illnesses and healed wounds. - Person B:
That I was an inspiration to others, making the world a better place. - Person C:
Look! She moved!
What do you want people to say about you at your funeral?
Health
- If you've got your health, put it in a safe place and keep it. Don't let it get away.
- To get relief from rheumatism, avoid dampness. Instead of taking a bath, sit in a dry tub and vacuum yourself.
Miscellaneous
- We're not stick-in-the-muds. We're birds on the wing.
- Printed on a sweatshirt: I'm retired. This is as dressed up as I get.
- After 50, all your therapy starts to kick in.
Disclaimer - I've collected quotes from a variety of sources where it has not been possible to cite the source: items that have been circulated on the Internet, tee-shirts, conversations I've overheard, etc. If I've included something that you have a copyright on, let me know right away and I will rectify the error.
