I work in an office where I’m the independent contractor, I’m in my 60’s.and female. The director and I were working together one afternoon and something came up with opinions regarding age and experience. I said to her...I came to the realization at about the age of 60 I didn’t need to take crap from anybody anymore...she laughted and said that’s why she loved me. The figure may be going to crap, but by God I have the respect. I’ll take respect anyday. :-)