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For fans of David Sedaris and Nora Ephron, here is a humorous, irreverent, and poignant look at the gifts, stereotypes, and inevitable challenges of aging, based on the wildly popular New York Times essay from award-winning journalist Steven Petrow.
Soon after his 50th birthday, Steven Petrow began assembling a list of “things I won’t do when I get old”—mostly a catalog of all the things he thought his then 70-something year old parents were doing wrong. That list, which included “You won’t have to shout at me that I’m deaf,” and “I won’t blame the family dog for my incontinence,” became the basis of this rousing collection of do’s and don’ts, wills and won’ts that is equal parts hilarious, honest, and practical.
The fact is, we don’t want to age the way previous generations did. “Old people” hoard. They bore relatives—and strangers—with tales of their aches and pains. They insist on driving long after they’ve become a danger to others (and themselves). They eat dinner at 4pm. They swear they don’t need a cane or walker (and guess what happens next). They never, ever apologize. But there is another way . . .
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Stupid Things I Won’t Do When I Get Old, Petrow candidly addresses the fears, frustrations, and stereotypes that accompany aging. He offers a blueprint for the new old age, and an understanding that aging and illness are not the same. As he writes, “I meant the list to serve as a pointed reminder—to me—to make different choices when I eventually cross the threshold to ‘old.’”
Getting older is a privilege. This essential guide reveals how to do it with grace, wisdom, humor, and hope. And without hoarding.
Specification: Stupid Things I Won’t Do When I Get Old A Highly Judgmental, Unapologetically Honest Accounting of All the Things Our Elders Are Doing Wrong
ASIN :
B08KL58Q4X
Publisher :
Citadel Press (June 29, 2021)
Publication date :
June 29, 2021
Language :
English
File size :
2950 KB
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Enabled
Screen Reader :
Supported
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Enabled
X-Ray :
Enabled
Word Wise :
Enabled
Sticky notes :
On Kindle Scribe
Print length :
274 pages
Best Sellers Rank:
#3 in Aging (Kindle Store)
Customer Reviews:
1,779 ratings
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Red Andersen –
This humorous book is full of very practical advice for those of us who are older, such as I won’t tell the same story more than 100 times. Having taken care of my elderly mother for 5 years before she passed away, I can relate to many of the stories told by the author. Enjoyable and highly recommended.
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M.Roth –
I absolutely loved this book, or should I say guide for getting older? I laughed and even cried at some passages but will read it again and again to remind myself of the things not to do as I get old.
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Amazon Customer –
Exactly the perfect gift for the over 60 crowd 👍😁🎂
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Ann F. –
Petrow, who suffered from an early cancer diagnosis, describe some of the things his parents and elders do as they age, and considers better alternatives. The overall tone is aware of the foibles of the aging, but with more understanding.Those of us who are looking at middle age or even older might find this book thought provoking and even useful.
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Leo –
Ask someone who is turning 60 next year and know a lot of people in this age bracket, so much of what is in the book is relatable and easy to take for granted. Taking care of parents in their 90s is a grace yet tough and patience can often run thin but every chapter is a reminder in some way that we too will get there and the kindness and understanding we give will hopefully be granted to us then too. Bought several copies as a gift to friends who will enjoy the wit and insight as it relates to their own experiences
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Lorraine –
I have always believed in living my life by thinking10 years ahead of my time, which has served me very well up to now. It’s not unusual for me to ask myself, “Where will I be, what will I be doing and with whom 10 years from now? ” Steven Petrow has the answer (and the secret) for perpetuating and maintaining this philosophy once you start reaching those ‘golden years’.”Where do we go from here?” I especially liked the chapter where he considers where and how he would spend his remaining years so as not to be a burden to his family once he can no longer fend for himself. Only children or those with no remaining family should especially take this subject very seriously. Only the late, great Joan Rivers brought up the subject of how Not to age as an old ‘Fuddy Duddy’ in her book, “Don’t Count The Candles, Just Keep The Fire Lit”. Steven Petrow picks up where Joan Rivers left off, bringing to surface how older people can still live happy, productive, and healthy lives for the rest of their lives in our contemporary world. Old age comes quicker than we think, let’s be prepared to keep living and exit with a bang! As another great comedian, George Burns, noted, “You can’t help getting older, you don’t have to get old.” I Love This Book!
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tangela cosey –
Great book. Relevant to my life. I see some of the stupid things I do already.This book will change me going forward
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CrazyReader –
I liked the book it was very funny. Reminded me of my parents but I also found I had already done some stupid things too! (I have read it again too which I rarely do with books 😀)
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Karen L –
Gets your mind working. I am 65 and my mother’s 90 years old. Very enlightening. Take the time to read.
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Mitch Smith. –
This is one of the best books I’ve read this year. It is a remarkable read. Funny, poignant, and brutally honest, it takes on the adventure of growing old and the inevitable lessons we are forced to learn. As a 68 year old man, I can honestly say I loved this book and I love Steven Petrow.
Red Andersen –
This humorous book is full of very practical advice for those of us who are older, such as I won’t tell the same story more than 100 times. Having taken care of my elderly mother for 5 years before she passed away, I can relate to many of the stories told by the author. Enjoyable and highly recommended.
M.Roth –
I absolutely loved this book, or should I say guide for getting older? I laughed and even cried at some passages but will read it again and again to remind myself of the things not to do as I get old.
Amazon Customer –
Exactly the perfect gift for the over 60 crowd 👍😁🎂
Ann F. –
Petrow, who suffered from an early cancer diagnosis, describe some of the things his parents and elders do as they age, and considers better alternatives. The overall tone is aware of the foibles of the aging, but with more understanding.Those of us who are looking at middle age or even older might find this book thought provoking and even useful.
Leo –
Ask someone who is turning 60 next year and know a lot of people in this age bracket, so much of what is in the book is relatable and easy to take for granted. Taking care of parents in their 90s is a grace yet tough and patience can often run thin but every chapter is a reminder in some way that we too will get there and the kindness and understanding we give will hopefully be granted to us then too. Bought several copies as a gift to friends who will enjoy the wit and insight as it relates to their own experiences
Lorraine –
I have always believed in living my life by thinking10 years ahead of my time, which has served me very well up to now. It’s not unusual for me to ask myself, “Where will I be, what will I be doing and with whom 10 years from now? ” Steven Petrow has the answer (and the secret) for perpetuating and maintaining this philosophy once you start reaching those ‘golden years’.”Where do we go from here?” I especially liked the chapter where he considers where and how he would spend his remaining years so as not to be a burden to his family once he can no longer fend for himself. Only children or those with no remaining family should especially take this subject very seriously. Only the late, great Joan Rivers brought up the subject of how Not to age as an old ‘Fuddy Duddy’ in her book, “Don’t Count The Candles, Just Keep The Fire Lit”. Steven Petrow picks up where Joan Rivers left off, bringing to surface how older people can still live happy, productive, and healthy lives for the rest of their lives in our contemporary world. Old age comes quicker than we think, let’s be prepared to keep living and exit with a bang! As another great comedian, George Burns, noted, “You can’t help getting older, you don’t have to get old.” I Love This Book!
tangela cosey –
Great book. Relevant to my life. I see some of the stupid things I do already.This book will change me going forward
CrazyReader –
I liked the book it was very funny. Reminded me of my parents but I also found I had already done some stupid things too! (I have read it again too which I rarely do with books 😀)
Karen L –
Gets your mind working. I am 65 and my mother’s 90 years old. Very enlightening. Take the time to read.
Mitch Smith. –
This is one of the best books I’ve read this year. It is a remarkable read. Funny, poignant, and brutally honest, it takes on the adventure of growing old and the inevitable lessons we are forced to learn. As a 68 year old man, I can honestly say I loved this book and I love Steven Petrow.