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Originally Posted by SilentKnight
Written as if I'd wrote it.
Much the same experience...after the back surgery (sciatic nerve) - I've had to adjust how I move, lift...even sitting for long periods. I've always been very fit and strong - very active in sports, cycling. But I've had to ease back on some of it so I don't lapse back into a sciatic problem. I'm more aware now of minor twinges and telltale signs.
50 - like the old saying goes...had I known I'd live this long - I'd have taken better care. Too many manual labour/heavy lifting jobs in my younger years. 
Still...don't feel middle-aged, though. |
I am dealing with this as we speak. Same issues as for working, lifting, trekking up mountains with heavy camera gear...all have taken their toll. Am on heavy meds and rehab 3 times per week. Hoping to avoid surgery but...
For me, age aint nothing but a number. Remember that song?
I met my mentor when I was 35 and he was 80 years old. Had a two year writing relationship before that. His thing for youthfulness? Never stop asking "Why?" He lived in Tangier and when I lived there I would go to his apartment for afternoon tea and pot smoking. His living room was like a doctors office filled with the artists, writers, musicians and actors of the day. All his friends or those coming to pay homage, from all backgrounds, races and religions and AGES.
When he was 80 he learned to use and compose symphonic music...on a digital workstation. He created beautiful, amazing music.
My attitude is to not let age bring me down. Use life experiences from youth as a library and of course...never stop asking, "why?"
For practical purposes middle age seems to be when hot young chicks stop looking at you a lover but as a customer.