I have been feeling this a lot lately. Here’s my list.
1. Music
I used to be good at following new music. Now, though, I can’t even understand half of what they’re singing. Also, I’d rather listen to the “oldies” (i.e. 80-90s music).
2. Teenagers
Every time I pass by a group of them in the mall or somewhere, I don’t know why but the inner-”manang” in me automatically emerges. I can’t even remember me being like “them”, haha!
3. Getting Invited To Become A Godparent At A Wedding
Yes, not a baptism but a wedding! Yikes. I referred them to my parents hehehe.
4. My Daughter
No one can bring out the wrinkles better than she can.
5. My Parents
Seeing them grow older means I, too, am getting older. Plus, there’s a certain shift in “responsibility” – they need to be taken care of more, so that duty falls to us now.
6. Technology
I used to be pretty tech-savvy. Now, an Iphone to me is a challenge. So is Windows Vista. And the elevator of the last hotel we stayed in.
7. Planning For Retirement
This never really bothered me 10-15 years ago. Now, I’m open to the idea of investments and even a business plan consultant.
8. Fashion
It just changes too much, hehe! I find myself sticking more to the basics now.
9. Being Called Ma’am or Madam in Public Places
I used to be called, miss. Gahhh.
10. Having Another Birthday
Sometimes, I find myself asking about the logic of celebrating it. It’s so “in your face”, haha!