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To: Melinda in TN

My dad has been driving less and my stepmom is slowly taking over. He is 76 turning 77.

I think they shouldn’t live by themselves, but they want to be independent.


39 posted on 03/22/2023 4:53:28 AM PDT by moviefan8 (You know, when you boil life down, it's funny just how little you need, isn't it? - Rip Wheeleri)
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To: moviefan8

Mom lived by herself on the rural family farm until she was 90. Then my brother’s family moved in to help. She’s 99, and still resents having to share her space.


41 posted on 03/22/2023 5:10:17 AM PDT by MayflowerMadam (Stupid is supposed to hurt.)
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To: moviefan8

Staying independent keeps them alive. I can understand that. Since I’m 16 years younger than my husband and don’t have cognitive issues, he has someone. I ride with him sometimes to see how he’s driving.


42 posted on 03/22/2023 5:12:28 AM PDT by Melinda in TN (AKA Tennessee Conservative)
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To: moviefan8

“My dad has been driving less and my stepmom is slowly taking over. He is 76 turning 77.

I think they shouldn’t live by themselves, but they want to be independent.”


I am 76 and live with my wife. My lawnmower is not set propelled. My car is has a manual 6-speed and 750 hp.

Just back from 30 days in SE Asia.

I am slowing down.


46 posted on 03/22/2023 5:24:59 AM PDT by TexasGator
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