"O" is for Old (Age)

I know you may not like this post but I had to write it! Earlier this week, I was grumpy! I could not have written it a few days ago,  It would have been filled with explicit language! I had a big change to handle at my job and at first I was miffed. Now I am getting settled into my tiny work space so the younger ones can deal with the front office antics! I am content, but I thought certainly I am being pushed out due to my age. But then I thought about what the bible says about age,

I am a righteous person. I was raised with good standards, respect, a good work ethic and honesty. That was before I even attended Catholic school from the age of 5 to my junior year in high school.  So I am going to trust the Lord and go with His way of thinking. 

I know I do a good job and the doctor complimented me telling his new office manager, that I am always concerned about his bottom line! Yes I am! In order to keep a job you have to bring money into the company. If I don't respect the patients who need his services and if I am rude or obnoxious they will not want to come there. If I don't gently tell them they need to be responsible for their out patient referrals to see a Specialist they will be angry when they get a big bill and in some cases my doctor will not be paid at all for services rendered because they went out of their network.

So I am making my case about growing older. I am not ashamed of who I am and where I came from! Goodness, I worked long and hard to get to where I am! I get upset the way the younger generation treats us. The doctor I work for hates to see anyone disrespect an older person. He will look them straight in the eye and say "Be careful how you treat the older folks, you will be there too one day!"

As an older, more mature woman, I have a lot to offer. I have, as they say, been there and done that! I also feel that I have a lot to offer. I have had a good , strong, solid marriage. I have been blessed. The kids are well, they are educated and they have been great ! I know all about babies and the routine you need with them. I handled two toddlers and two elementary age children as well as a teen! Whew! No wonder I am tired these days!

I can dole out marriage advice if needed, and more importantly, if asked!

I feel more vintage than old! I still like to stay in shape. I like getting discounts in restaurants and the thrift stores. You have to look around and ask. I am not ashamed, I am proud! Years ago when I was younger, my friend Bea, who is in her eighties these days, would ask me if she embarrassed me when she asked for discounts and deals! I said never! I am waiting for the day I can get a deal too!

Aside from brittle bones, wrinkles and crinkles, I love my life. I am learning a lot of new things even at this age, So don't feel bad if you are joining me for this new journey in life. Hang on tight and enjoy the ride!

Now please visit Ms. Jenny and join the wonderful world of the letter O!