We all get Old and Some if not all of this will happen to you too. Trust me Kiddos, it will Happen!

[@cynthialewis4313]

Yo I’m 69 and never have I ever seen this country in the worst shape that I’ve ever seen it in my whole life and even from what my mom has told me. Y’all better start praying because trials and tribulations will be coming soon so everybody better be prepared! Because believe me you’re going to need the good Lord more than ever! Because he’s the only one that can save us!

[@oregonbassboss98]

Your analysis seems to be spot on. Once again the good Lord will have to save us from ourselves. You would think that after so many centuries we might have learned a thing or two.

[@SherrylJones-x2w]

​@@oregonbassboss98 Indeed 🙏💞🙏

[@sandrawells2985]

Good afternoon, Mr. Tom. Wish we were walking along with you. Your deep thinking brings about some mighty interesting (and sometimes provocative) conversation. 🤣 Then we could sit on the front porch with a root beer float and talk some more. Really enjoy watching these videos that I missed in the past. God bless you 🙏 really good, honey. We are older but still have a lot to be thankful for. Like new friendships and old precious memories. 🐦

[@DeepSouthBama56]

Sandra its always nice to have you along for the walks. Stay safe and God Bless.

[@luannaballard9524]

Old Folks Are Worth A Fortune, with silver in their hair, gold in their teeth, stones in their kidneys, lead in their feet and gas in their stomach. I have become a lot more social with the passing of the year's, some might even call me a frivolous old gal. Im seeing five gentlemen every day. As soon as i wake,Will Power helps me get out of bed. Then I go see John.Then Charley Horse comes along,and when he's here he takes alot of my time and attention. When he leaves, Arthur Ritis shows up and stays for the rest of the day. "He doesn't like to stay in one place very long so he takes me from joint to joint".After such a busy day,im really tired and glad to go to bed with Ben Gay. What a life

[@luannaballard9524]

@@grandmajane2593 I cut that out of the news paper in 1993 it was in Dear Abby

[@sjbutler2330]

Getting older Bites The Big One! Mr Tom. Lets stay young at heart! 🤷🙂

[@mellaniesmedberg677]

Everything you said is so true! Thanks for making my day. Glad to know we arent alone at aging.

[@dianalatimer9208]

If I knew I was going to live this long, I would have taken better care of myself.

[@doz3r943]

👍

[@oregonbassboss98]

That's exactly what Mickey Mantle said later in his life. The sad part is that both his father and grandfather died young and old Mickey thought that would be his fate as well and so he didn't really care about how he treated his body when young. He did live into his 60s and that was his lament later in life.

[@MichaelR58]

You are so right Mr. Tom , getting old isn't for sissies , thanks for sharing , stay safe , God bless !

[@emmadalrymple4102]

Michael 58 I was thinking the exact thing, word for word! I think Mr. Tom was right on guess with this video. I don't feel so alone tonight. And thank you also, Michael 58! I'm Emma, 56, lol!

[@heidimisfeldt5685]

😎❤ Despite of this and that, Mr.Tom getting older is quite a privilege. Even more so in your own home, and having your own wheels.

[@annebrown534]

Oh Mr. Tom, thank you. I'm almost 63. I started smoking 6 years ago, Cheyenne cigars, $1.80 per pack. I had the "perfect family" until my daughter-in-law stole my Mama's $3500 diamond engagement ring and pawned it for $200. That ring meant everything to my Mama because it was all she had to leave me. She died that January and Tina pawned it when I was out of town in June of that year. My trust and my whole world came crashing down. I became a different person. It tore my family apart. Yes the Sheriff's Department prosecuted her, but I've received about $150 from her to this day. Her soon to be ex-husband, my precious son, smokes the strongest cigarettes you can buy, and has since he was 18. He's now 42. Mr. Tom, I don't want to outlive my son, and my husband has bad lungs. If someone had told me 10 years ago that I would smoke, I would say they were crazy. I don't want to see them die. Billy Graham once said other than the gospel, if he could convince people of one other thing, it was that life is so short. So true. We are all young people trapped in an old person's body.

[@chrishamill3170]

All so true. Add age spots, skin tags, moles, and saggy face which can make you look unhappy even if when you feel yourself smiling. Seems the mind is willing more than the body to accomplish tasks...more of an effort to twist, bend, carry things. Have to rise slower and allow the circulation to catch up and to be careful walking as balance may not be as springy and flexible. It’s fine though...still wake up and be grateful for all the Lord has given to us in life and learn to cherish every moment. We need the best medicine as in laughter, music, good conversation, and comfort in reading God’s words in the bible.

[@yahuahschild5851]

That is exactly what I am doing, Preparing for being blind with glaucoma, and being elderly I am 65. I have been to 3 optometrists and they say they won't do the surgery because I have Emphysema! I wonder if it is really because I am on Medicare! I am almost blind now and my husband can't help too much because he has 3 herniated discs in his back and he is only 47! we abused our bodies bad and even though I pray for healing we deserve this because our Yahuah (God)tells us we are supposed to take care of our bodies because our bodies are the Temple once you accept Yahuah, his spirit wakes you up to the truth! We have such a good relationship with our Father in heaven and maybe He will cause a miracle for us. Well, you take care and have a goodnight! and we will keep you in our prayers and Kitty Krewt I am glad you have them to keep you company! be Blessed, Joanne and Jack

[@DeepSouthBama56]

I will pray our Father will grant you healing in your time of need. Take care and God Bless You.

[@kaythegardener]

Get yourself another special doctor who will help you improve your emphysema to the point where you can have the glaucoma surgery. My mother had several heart attacks & other serious medical conditions. Yet she got her eyes done in her 80s for cataract lens replacements... So there is hope for you yet!! Get different eye doctors after your other doctor has improved your conditions & insist that you are ready to prep for the surgery, because it is better than going permanently blind!!

[@yahuahschild5851]

@@grandmajane2593 Thank-You for praying for me, our prayers are very powerful! I will try to find one more Optometrist

[@yahuahschild5851]

@@grandmajane2593 Thank-you so much

[@debfowler1344]

Too funny, Mr. Tom! I have to laugh because as we age we’re all in the same boat. You know you’re getting older than dirt when someone is totally shocked when they see your graduation picture and say, “That’s YOU!” Aging doesn’t bother me, but then again, I forget to think about it.

[@LONESTARPIONEERING]

You are in better shape than some people i know in there 40s God bless you Mr Tom

[@loriflarson4236]

Shoot, he's in better shape than some teenagers I work with at Walmart!

[@LONESTARPIONEERING]

@@loriflarson4236 no kidding

[@saramawyer757]

Mr. Tom, what can I say. I’m 65 and a huge fan. I love ya man!

[@cindydimery708]

I’m watching the videos to help you out Mr. Tom ☺️🙏

[@berylmadison2363]

Tom..I love this old folks talk cause I'm one of them..I was always skinny but now, I took right after the women in my Dad's family.. chubby.You made we LOL cause I could relate 😄 Blessings 😎♥️

[@frugallyretired9960]

Yep - truth. You always make me smile 😊. Lots of previous and current health issues.

[@PUDDLES8499]

MY 45 YEAR OLD ON STARTED WATCHING YOUR LAID BACK, CALM PEACEFUL NARRATIVES. LATER I JOINED HIM I'M 76 PLEASE CONTINUE SHOWING THE KITTY CATS. THEY ADD MUCH TO PROVOKE INTEREST. WE HAVE BEEN ABANDONED BY PART OF MY FAMILY. MY SON IS DISABLED AND WE LIVE IN THE "DEVILS" NEIGHBORHOOD. NOISY TORMENTS DAILY. WE WANT TO MOVE OUR BUT ARE NOT ABLE YES. THANK YOU FOR YOUR STORIES KEEP IT UP. GOD BLESS YOU.

[@janeself9827]

Truth. Younger people need to hear these things,

[@annebrown534]

It won't matter, just like it didn't matter to us when we thought we were young and invincible. I so wish they would listen, but they won't. But they will realize it's true later. 😭

[@doz3r943]

This is the oldest I've ever been

[@Jaded57]

Tom I thought at one point I “had it all” early 40’s, great job, great kids (4), and a loving marriage… was hit head on coming home from work, 10 surgeries later, I have aged 20 years, lost my marriage, relationship with my kids aren’t the same… I don’t understand life… I was longing for retirement at 66 from a government job and it all ended at 43 years old… I empathize with your journey as I am a chronic pain patient, living alone and waiting for Jesus…. I worked since I was 15, and always thought I lived a God fearing life… I will never understand Tom…. Maybe listening to you will help me daily in my strife to go another day 💔🙏 May God be with you daily 🙏

[@gloriaannopperman2734]

Hey Mr. Tom! I have lived today thinking it was Saturday today and actually was Sunday today! I had a bunch of mail when I got the paper this morning and that threw me a day off! Would have never wised up but Brian called and asked me how I enjoyed watching A Charlie Brown Christmas and I missed the whole thing! Me bad! I am a baby boomer but I guess I fared better than a lot of my fellow boomers! My parents taught me well and that prepared me for my future years ahead. Then I married my bff and hubby Jerry who was another of the boomer crowd and we had 27 beautiful years together. My Seal taught me the knowledge and skills that made me a better person to try to weather my remaining years ahead. Yes Mr. Tom I have many of the issues you talked of with my diabetes, dry skin issues, weight, arthritis but my memory and eyes are ok so far. My hair has thinned and turned gray especially after I lost Jerry and Sugar Bear. I get colder during wintet so I bundle up and keep on trucking until St Peter says my times is ready to join Sugar Bear and Jerry! Your video Blessed me in so many ways today so I thank you very much! God bless you and your family and friends and kitty crew. Blessings and prayers from Gloria and Bear from Tx! 👩‍🦳🐕😇😇😇😇🌟🌟🙏🙏🌝🌝😺😺😺😺😺😺🏡🎅🤶🔔🔔💕💕💕💕💕💕🎄🎄

[@Tori1401]

Oh my goodness I needed this giggle time today. Nice to face life we go through with humor.

[@marypeterson1053]

Thank you mr. Tom for sharing blessing to y'all

[@barbarapatrick2687]

Mr.Tom, you're preaching to the choir. You are correct about what can and will happen as we age. I'm 77, so I'm well aware. God bless you and the crew!

[@MrsSadenna5]

Well goodness, aging 101 by you was most accurate Mr. Tom!! Last week my grandson caught me with 3 pair of cheater glasses, one in my hair, one tucked into my dress neckline and one in my hand as I asked him if he saw my glasses anywhere...... Luckily he just hugged me. Thank you for sharing.

[@kathykeating9641]

Oh yes, I hear ya Mr. Tom. I'm 68 years old, and I find there's a whole lot a stuff I can't eat no more cause it gives me heartburn. When I was a little girl, and up into my 20's, I could eat anything, and it wouldn't bother me at all. The last oh, 10 years, I been quickly losin all my teeth. Another thing I found out which can be pretty embarrassing, since gettin older, I can't control my bowels and the other neither. Guess I might be one a them that will be wearin them old folk diapers pretty soon. It's a good mornin when I can wake up and nothin hurts, but that can be rare. Yes, gettin old is not easy, nor is it much fun, But, I give thanks to the Lord for each day that I have. God has been good to me.

[@DeepSouthBama56]

Kathy I feel your pain, I am right there with many of those too.

[@JeanieDee]

Oh I’m a giggling .... I’m in my 60’s and have to agree lolol. I do not dye my hair, I accept it with grace 😁 I call it “silver”, not grey haha 😆 beats the alternative, as my daddy used to say. Every day you wake up is a good day.

[@clsmls2]

Silver is the new rage...so we’re in style by doing nothing...yay...

[@SherrylJones-bz5wv]

Ditto on adding toxins... hair dye, fragrances, nail polish... & all the rest😅! 🙏🏻🤗🙏🏻🙌🏻

[@SuzanneU]

For us ladies, there are chin whiskers...and the effects of gravity on our bosoms...and the huge amounts of cellulite where cellulite never was before...and the vanishing waistline even if we're still slim... I hear you on abusing the body. Ive never smoked, drunk more than small amounts of alcohol, or done drugs - not even marijuana. I've done heavy housework, farm work, gardening, and crouched for hour upon hour in trenches as an archaeologist. Archaeology also involves carrying heavy buckets of the soil and rock we excavate, and long periods of hunching over the finds to identify, weigh, measure, catalogue, and photograph them. Very long hours of writing reports hammer the eyes, neck, shoulders, and wrists. I've torn muscles in my back, displaced vertebrae in my neck, damaged the ligaments in my right forearm, and destroyed my thyroid by eating soy when I didn't know I'm hypersensitive to legumes and thought I'd be a vegetarian. Yeah, looking back I could have taken much better care of my body.

[@DeepSouthBama56]

In truth we all can and should of done better. But work takes it toll and we all work or should. Wow you had an interesting career. Love History so I was always interested in Archaeology too.

[@d.jeanfreeman8583]

Mr. Tom I've lived through most all. When you start going into a room for something and you forget what it was.. Thanks for reminding me I am not alone. Take care of yourself and the kitty krew...waiting for the next episode...

[@chanel2018-k3z]

I know. Luckily, I still....if I stand there for a few minutes, can remember what it is. 🤣

[@piahess9738]

@@chanel2018-k3z hello,ha ha ha me to.In my early 60's.My Dad passed from Alzheimers Disease and had to be put in a Nursing Home just for these types of patients.It was a nice home but still hard on my Step Mom.I Pray I or my sibling never gets it.Happy Holiday's.

[@edgrossman9060]

A notepad and pen are my backup memory 😎

[@sheilasmith2053]

I worked, drank, still smoke, danced and enjoyed life. Even though my body is old, I still feel 18 on the inside. I had many illnesses and operations when I was young, had lymes disease for 7 yrs, and am actually in better health now that I'm old. I am blessed.

[@sheilasmith2053]

"Vitual neighborhood" I love that, Mr. Tom. Blessings

[@missmable6015]

Then your blessed,praise God for his blessings on you.🙏

[@sheilasmith2053]

@@missmable6015 Actually because God healed me that I am still here. I still have things to do I guess. :) I am thankful

[@janicegarrett1869]

This household consists of a 74 and 69 year old. Both are feeling many of the effects of getting old and sometimes it is hard trying to help each other. Getting old is not easy but every day the Lord gives is a blessing. Mr Tom thank you for this video. We can relate to many of the age effects you mentioned and your message makes us realize we are not in this alone.......Many people understand what people blessed with age deal with. Hopefully many more will learn. I am sorry to say that 20 years ago my mother started having problems with things that she had always dealt with. I could not understand why this was happening and would even get irritated. In time I realized this was some of the first signs of dementia which continued to progress. To this day I still feel quilt. I hope this helps someone else to recognize early signs and deal with the way this disease changes the life of the person and their family. God bless you and all your viewers.

[@angelakim639]

Hello Mr Tom! I'm up north here in WI and we get together around a bonfire in the backyard most of the year to talk, grill and relax. We've got a rather large front porch but its not quite big enough for neighbors, family and friends who may pop by. Grilling in a blizzard is fine, but the fire moves to the fireplace 🔥 I wish I'd have the chance to grow old as a normal person. I have defective collagen which caused old age in my 20s, and now at 50, every joint is dislocated and full of arthritis. Lists of issues. There's nothing I could have done differently so, all I can do is accept it. You look great! Aging is just a process that moves slower for some.. Focus on what your plusses are instead of what you're losing! My kids have always asked me what it was like growing up in the 70s, and the main thing I remember is that it was quieter. TV before cable wasn't worth turning on. Less traffic, no computers, cell phones... Quiet.

[@kamt3212]

👍 You're amongst good company here Mr.Tom. l know none of us are immune to the conditions aging brings. And, a little 😉😱 tooting never frightened us away lol! 😄💨💨💨💨💨😷💞 I feel myself repeat and forget more often too. I also see it happening in both young and old. Keep up the videos my friend. We are having to spend way too much alone time this year and who knows for how long really. I often talk to myself, my son when he's up for it and, always to Merlin. The day my pup a verbally answers, then I'll worry. ☺ 🐕 Because this is happening to young and old just adds another layer of suspicion to my long list. Just a feeling mostly. I would say more but, l forgot what l was gonna say.😱😉☺ ...... Oh yeah, my mom's dementia came on over decade's very slowly. She kept notebooks but, never spoke of forgetting directly. Instead we made joke's and laughed our way through the many year's that followed. Laughter is the best medicine. Mom died with dementia but not of it. In her case the dementia was a blessing. The part of her brain affected did not allow her to suffer the excruciating pain of a extremely aggressive form of cancer that came year's later and took her painlessly home within month's. God bless you Mr. Tom, and all yours. And, ofcourse all of the virtual community too, (friends, because we are. 💕💞💕)

[@juliejones3541]

As a 85 year old great grandma, mother of 6, retired auto worker, still do all my own housework & much yard work. Don’t work as fast as I used to but no need to hurry anyhow!! Just love life & consider each day a gift from God & so thankful. Refuse to have pity parties-just thankful to be alive & thankful for loving children & many loving friends! Much has changed in my life but how blessed & thankful I am! Stay cheerful! I enjoy your Chanel! Stay safe

[@canadiankabingurl9782]

Good video Mr Tom ☺ 👍 I love having lemonade in the summer or coffee on cooler days on the porch. I so love doing this when you have a few people to share it with. It's almost a thing of the past and that's sad. When I grew up, many of my parent's friends would sit and talk for hours and have something to drink. It's just what people did. My Mom would go for visits because everyone was walking distance. I have fond memories. I know how you feel Mr Tom about getting older and lack of energy. Some days I just don't have it in me and it's frustrating because in my mind I'm still young lol. I have bad hips but I still do my best to keep everything done. Takes me longer than before but I eventually get it done. I've always worked so hard and it's upsetting that my body doesn't cooperate as it used to. Our bodies go through a type of metamorphosis that we can't really control but we make the best of it. I'm 55 and I still have a garden, mow my 2 acre property, flowerbeds, housework, cording wood and bringing it into the house, cooking, canning, etc.... I live alone with my babygirl Cali, she's a beautiful Calico cat. Now, I have to shovel snow lol. I keep my mind active by reading. I do write stuff down because I will forget. Alzheimer is such a terrible thing to see people go through 😢 Everything diminishes. We should get better with age not the other way around. I remember my Mom telling me to chew my food properly. Very good things you've covered, we all go through it. So cute to see kitties. They do have sharp claws. They think they're playing, gotta love them 😂 Mullein is good for respiratory issues. You make a tea with the entire plant 👍 😊 I always pick and dry it for the winter. Take care Mr Tom and blessings to you and the kitty crew 🙀 🙏

[@oregonbassboss98]

I so used to enjoy sitting on the front porch and just watching the world go by. I remember those old Andy Griffith shows when they all used to sit out on the porch after Sunday supper, shooting the breeze, singing a song and such. You are right, don't see that as much these days which is sort of sad.

[@SherrylJones-x2w]

​@oregonbassbos. And, I Love Lucy! You good Oregon bassboss??🙏💞🙏

[@roswithaboyden3602]

Hi Mr. Tom Iam 71 years old now I cam to the US in 1969 as the Wife of an Air Force Man things where better back then not easier but life today is totally different Ihave pains every day and it's all true what your taking about it's all about getting older

[@kimmcnear6843]

You're cracking me up Mr Tom. Women have their own fun things too. I used to be sort of fit but I'm 58 and getting a bit roly poly.

[@patmartinez414]

This was the funniest video I have ever seen. Thank you for the chuckles.

[@cajunjamis9001]

Good one, Tom! @71, wish I could say it gets better??? OMG

[@bohemianc.t.4132]

Thank you for taking the time to bring up the reality of aging. Good Bless you.😸

[@dianethistlewood6366]

You are so much fun to listen to keep up the stories

[@shirleydrake1602]

The “did it all” category would be my husband. He is healthy, but he is aging. I decided a few years ago that if aging could be stopped our stars and politicians would be staying young, but as we see, they are not. Graceful aging is a hard thing to find! The loss of energy and stamina is the worst for me!. But, we have to learn to let go of things, letting go of the dreams is the hardest thing to do!

[@jackiemonhollen6221]

I miss the old days. Good times back then

[@tammylemoine3019]

Mr Tom, I am exactly one year younger than you turning 63 this past April. I understand too well what you are talking about. Heads up about your vision... cataracts cause that blurriness. My prescription is a MINUS 13 and after cataract surgery with corrective lens put in each eye , I no longer need glasses. What a difference! My glasses cost $800 a pair, they were so thick. Only good thing so far about getting old for me😎🥸🤩

[@Heins1960]

Mr. Tom, I turned 60 today. I understand everything you said today. I appreciate you.

[@leagonzalez6121]

Happy birthday!

[@DeepSouthBama56]

Happy Happy Birthday to You Today Jo. I do hope and will pray that you have many more.

[@krazykathysiron5806]

Happy Birthday!

[@susanpeters4608]

Happy belated Birthday Jo

[@Sunshine-zg7pw]

Happy Belated Birthday! I hope it was a fine day! 🎉

[@doz3r943]

My dad changed 18 wheeler tires for years he is paying for it He is 74 and still kicking

[@emmadalrymple4102]

THANK YOU MR. Tom! I needed to see this, as I was having a down day with losses of 2 friends this week. I can just about relate with EVERY topic. I wish I had a Sure cure for each symptom of aging. If only we could reset our lives. Things I have learned...facial hair gets to be an issue for women as they age; varicose veins can happen to men and in some very "sensitive" areas, body parts react to gravity, that middle age spread can start in your 20's, and anyone who says they feel like they the same as they did when they were 18, must have been born on February 29, leap day, so they only legally have a birthday once every 4 years!! YOU MADE ME SMILE AND I NEEDED THAT!!! 👍🏻❤️🐾🙏

[@terryswald9043]

Mr. Tom , You have a few issues that I can relate to ! ! But your doing it right by have such a good sense of humor ! ! Loved the talk today it made me laugh . Yes young people should watch this video , they just might learn something from it . God 🙏 Bless everyone and have a great evening .

[@terryswald9043]

@@grandmajane2593 I can relate to a few . As I have copd , I have high blood pressure , a blood clot problem , and a bone problem doctor told me they can't help with anything to fix it wheel chair will be my best friend with in a year at the rate they are crumbling once the hips go I won't be able to walk . And that is why I said you need humor and we need to laugh if not I think we would get worse faster . Sorry if I affended you I did not mean to .

[@terryswald9043]

@@grandmajane2593 Well I guess we do have alot in common . Just be real careful when it comes to knee pain bones are hurting me everyday something I just live with . I know what you mean about driving as I worry about that . I will pray for you if you don't mind ? God 🙏 Bless . Hope you have a Merry Christmas 🎄

[@joellenbroetzmann9053]

My mom will be 90 on New Year's Eve. She lives with me. As I watch her go through many age related changes, I realize that I am only 19 years younger than her! That used to seem a lot more of an age distance than it does now! We both love to read. But she is battling both glaucoma and macular. Dear Lord, please skip me on that one! She has A-fib. I have a few signs I too may have to battle that some day. Fortunately I got my ear genes from Dad and can hear the dining room clock ticking when I lay in bed. Mom has no hearing in one ear and less than normal in the other. The most commonly used word in our household is "huh?"I now realize how cruel it is to not talk to your spouse until they turn on the kitchen spigot. She foregoes eating before appointments to avoid bathroom issues. I have either given up my favorite spicy foods or am prepared to stay vertical much of the late night. Lately she doesn't like eating protein. I prayed to see what I should do about that. I feel God said feed her Ezekiel bread. I had never eaten it and didn't know much about it., but discovered it is high in protein. Loaded with lots of shredded carrots and sprouts, cream cheese with sunflower seeds black olives green onion marinated artichoke and spread on the Ezekiel bread has become a favorite. I found it in the health food freezer at my store. And my husband also likes it. It sure helps me when everyone will eat the same foods! All in all, I am thankful to be on the upper side of the dirt and know I will not leave this world until God says its my time--no matter what is going on in the world. Praise God for His mercy!

[@SherrylJones-bz5wv]

I agree 💯👍🏻 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙌🏻

[@trixier6505]

My 59 year old niece needs prayers desperately. Rheumatoid arthritis struck her when she was about 9 and has relentlessly damaged almost every joint in her body. Now, it is attacking her spine. She is getting extremely depressed as the pain is intractable. Throughout her life, she has been the most optimistic, bright, positive person you'd ever want to meet, but this has really darkened her spirit. Her mother is afraid that she simply can't live this way. She lives in Chambers County, AL, which is a 3-hour drive from me. I feel helpless. Mr. Tom, please pray for pain relief for my niece. She is precious.

[@susanpeters4608]

Trixie your neice is in my prayers. I can relate to the RA and find some frustration with the creaking but that pain can take a hike! I think it is a mind thing but a hot cup of hot green tea with a couple of clove garlic and a TBSP of local honey often helps a little!

[@DeepSouthBama56]

Oh you know I have prayed already for our Father to ease her pain and give her comfort . I do hope and will pray she is giving relief soon. Please take care and God Bless You and Your Lovely Niece too.

[@DeepSouthBama56]

Oh , if your niece will, eat plenty of onions and garlic each day and I mean plenty. You know I use it in every dish I cook, but since the early nineties it has helped me with my joint pain to where most days I do not even notice it anymore. Also have her cut out as much sugar in her diet as possible.

[@Sunshine-zg7pw]

@Trixie R Praying also for your dear niece. ♥️

[@oregonbassboss98]

Just said a prayer for your niece and I do hope that all the folks who read your plea for prayers will respond.

[@joshsmith2071]

As time goes by life teaches you a little humility. Its easy to think your the greatest thing ever when your young because you haven't been put to the test yet. If you are doing really well in your late teens and early twenty's that probably more to do with your parents than you.

[@trixier6505]

My right hand and forearm are just now healing from being the only playmate of a tiny kitten my son found in late August. We named him Cowboy Randy. My other four grown cats hate him as he is quite the little bully. I hope you leave your privacy screen intact, as it is also a haven for the birds. Love your yard walks. Getting old is not exactly fun, but it beats the alternative. Some of us are blessed with many of your afflictions and can sympathize, but we do have our sense of humor to rely on and our faith. I will be so glad when this whole Covid thing ebbs. I miss my family! Thank you so much for your warm videos. They mean a lot.

[@marygordon3032]

😂🤣 Mr Tom you just made my day, thank you so much. Please stay safe and God bless y’all! 😻👍👍👍💯💯💯

[@meaniebeavers1112]

you summed it all up so well

[@terrimaddox3090]

From one Boomer to another Love the video of wisdom ❤ Knees! be kind to your knees with out them you do not walk LOL

[@floridajudyh3885]

I think us boomers can all relate well to this video of wisdom from Mr Tom.

[@susanpeters4608]

Or get up from the ground or the floor!

[@Sunshine-zg7pw]

I was at Home Depot searching through those low, little drawers of bolts, and it made my back hurt so bad I finally had to sit on the floor. Forgot I’d have to get up again...

[@oregonbassboss98]

I suppose that we can conclude that the human body comes with a limited time warranty. I can usually do everything I am used to doing but just for not as long and I am thankful for that. I have heard that with age a person's eyesight can improve and my last visit to the eye doctor seemed to bare that out in my case as my new glasses were not nearly as strong. I am thankful for that too. I pray that the downward spiral will be slow and gentle. Stay well, think young and blessings to all.

[@velmaa1310]

Mr. Tom, you are right on. Same things happening here. I hope there will be some remedies showing up in the comments. Just bought a new heating pad, pretty one too. I never thought I would be so happy about buying a heating pad. God bless you and all here.

[@velmaa1310]

Thank you, Jane. That is so sweet of you. Blessings to you, my friend. ❤️

[@howzitcruzinthrulife9146]

I remember a when I was 16 and I thought 30 was OLD 🤣😂!. I’m 52 & I LOVE getting old. Don’t like the aches and pains that comes with it. Wrinkles, spots and graying hair doesn’t bother me none. With all the crazy things I did in my younger days, it’s a miracle I made it to 45🤣. The young ones don’t realize that one day they look into the mirror and notice their butt is not as perky, stomach not as firm, and wrinkles here and there. Just embrace it. I had friends that didn’t live long enough to graduate. And friends that didn’t see their children graduate or see their grandchildren born. I feel so blessed. Much Aloha 🌴🤙🏽🌋

[@gonefishing3644]

It is a privilege to grow older. So many are not given the opportunity to do so.

[@reneebrown2968]

Anymore who says getting old are our golden years is full of crap. But another day to look at the leaves on the trees rather than looking up at the roots is a good day. I tinkering around with my quail rabbits and garden makes me happy. Hopefully this spring i will be getting bees to round out my little garden of Eden.

[@gailfox6791]

Hey Me. Tom! Yes, we all get older, if we are lucky. I like to think it's not how old we get but what we fill those years of living with. I've come up on the downhill side. I pray I make better choices than some I made earlier in my life. I hope your ok Mr. Tom, i will remember u in my prayers. This is a hard time for many, so many of our loved ones are gone or seem so busy. U are loved by many of us and of course the kitty krew. I could listen to your stories all day. I know this may not be politically correct, but I wish u the very Merriest Christmas u can have! God bless u and yours Mr. Tom. I am grateful to of met u on here.

[@marlaspiers-ladner3439]

Papa I'm a walking miracle. I wasn't supose to live 6 months. But I'm still here. Yes I've had issue after issue all my life. I'm an ole soul. I love the old ways better than this new age stuff. Anyway back to your conversation. My father-in-law has alzheimer. I'm seeing him slowly drift away. I took care of him for 7 years. After those 7 years I just couldn't do it anymore I already beat my body down doing private home care and other jobs through the years. I wont give up even though I have days that are really bad. You keep going, keep doing you. God bless you and the Bama kitty crew lol love you dearly Papa.

[@ginnykass7943]

A good talk Mr. Tom. Sometimes old age inflictions catch us by surprise. But accepting them & working to keep them under control is helpful. And yes women get oopsies too.🙄

[@REDWASP777]

Old age seems to swoop in overnight univited!

[@tinyacres2827]

Lol, Mr. Tom! Lol! I didn't think you were going to go there but you did! Man, I laughed so hard. Okay, I don't know about noses and ears, but your beard's looking good. Now here's my aging tip. I used to have a lot of problem with bruising on the back of my hands and wrists, where the skin had gotten so thin that wearing a bracelet would break capillaries and blood would pool up, causing really ugly bruising. But I take chia everyday, either in a green smoothie or in my oatmeal, and as long as I'm taking the chia, I don't have that problem. Plus the back of my hands plump up so they don't look so sunken. And if I stop taking the chia, I go right back to sunken and bruised. Nothing scientific there, so draw your own conclusions.

[@juliebaker6230]

Oh, Mr Tom, I had to laugh as I listened to you sing the song of my people! It hits us all, eventually!

[@andreamiller9645]

Thank you Mr. Tom for telling the truth about what life deals us. I am 72 and I just never thought I'd be this old! My husband and I are relatively healthy but if we had known then what we know now....We married at 22 just 2 months after meeting and the family thought that was shocking. Instead of worrying about the gossip now we"d spend our time living up to all the things they thought we were doing and having a darn good time doing it!! Old age..when you do what you want and stop caring about what other people think.

[@roswithaboyden3602]

Oh I forgot to say all the Bathroom trips at night is a true pain in the butt

[@nonap5225]

Some people old age the Golden Years. I call it the Rusty Years. Why, because as we get old and things happen to our body. Some of those things can not be fixed just like rusty items can not be fixed. Even with all of that, I feel bless to be 77 and still able to keep going. Love all your videos. God bless you and yours. Hang in there like I am doing down here in Mississippi.

[@oregonbassboss98]

I plan to keep on going until I can't go anymore. When the rust gets to be too much I'll try a little WD40 and then see if I can go some more.

[@kathleenglumpe8554]

Morning Mr.Tom 🌄

[@UNIQUE-kk1vh]

MR. TOM,,, GOD KNOWS HOW MUCH WE ALL LOVE YOU

[@julieaston5390]

Hi Mr Tom I hit 50 in October and yep everything is starting to creek and crackle and sometimes hurt a little I remember someone saying when you hit 50+ thats when you start having more fun I tell you now that was a massive Iie everything goes South when you least expect it lol anyway you and the kitty crew stay safe sending all my love and hugs from across the pond xx

[@sylvialmartel]

Yeap , dental issue and cant chew like you once did, on medications that creates problems, like blood thinners, less little thing and you bleed like a stuck hog, hearing is another thing, and yes vision, hair thinning, thin skin, dry skin, toenails becomes thick and you have problems cutting them yourself due to no grip and can't hold on to a small object and you drop things. God forbid you cough or sneeze you might pass gas or wet your self or like you said oppies can happen, and the embarrassing thing is you never know when it might happen. your eyes water a like easier, you do become a lot more emotional, tender hearted, and weepy at times, at the least little thing. you can't reach things or bend over , for you might fall over, your balance goes, and if you lean over to pull a weed and come up to fast you might see stars and the world whirls around you, and if your not really careful you might pass out, and with that you might break a bone, or at the least your pride and call yourself a stumbling old fool. Your feet doesn't lift up and cross over something you once could hop over, so many things just goes away. You find you are very careful about walking, and falling, or turning to fast, going up and down steps, especially without a hail rail for balance. I could go on but I want. Our bodies becomes tired and what once would take an hour to do now takes several hours. God Bless us all, because if we live long enough we will all endure the above mentions. We may not remember what we were doing or saying at some point, that's a given also. I could go on but I want. ENJOY your Youth and middle age because it all down hill after 50, your peak time is gone the over the hill begins. ♥Be Blessed Mr. Tom Always♥

[@arlenegeorge2379]

Wow that's a great breakdown! I'm expierenci by some of those issues and now I know w why older people don't put christmas trees up anymore it was difficult to get up and down arranging ornaments my body is not as agile alot of pain went into putting up my tree ..next year I'm reducing the tree size

[@jeanetteschulthe1andOnly]

Yep, that is me...I will not die, I will fie...that means fight all the way. Especially, in light of recent events, I did not live my life the way I should have. I should have enjoyed myself more and worried less, worked too much. Your deeds and memories are all you will take with you.

[@pattypuser2459]

Mr. Tom, you are the best! Thanks for sharing.

[@speckledhen409]

I’m a boomer and believe me I went “boom”! Just glad to get up and then look forward to going to bed… haha.

[@mawmawshomesteadpreparedness]

Mr. Tom you are absolutely right. I have had arthritis in my knees and shoulders since my 40’s. I didn’t feel it in my shoulders back then but it showed up in cat scan. People need to enjoy life while they are able.

[@blueroseramblings]

Modern workout regimens and diets can’t eternally postpone the day when skin begins to sag, joints begin to creak and mental acuity begins to dull. God, genetics and lifestyles all have a say about longevity. "Wisdom belongs to the aged, and understanding to the old." Those under fifty don't realize that worry lines, and crows feet, were earned and are best thought as the laugh lines of life's experiences. I tell my children, life doesn't get easier as we age, so prepare to cushion it.

[@jjimmifferr]

I think you are right. Lifestyle has a lot to do with aging. My husband of 52 years was horseback usually 14 hours a day for about 35 years. He is Weathered! He looks about 10 years older than he is. But his lungs etc. are excellent, no meds. I attribute that to always being in fresh air. And sharing dishwashing these last few years have done wonders for his hands though! LOL LOL

[@thill6158]

Good evening Mr. Tom can relate to close to 90% of what you are referring to. Take care of yourself. Four years from 70. Cant believe it. Talking about time flying. But get up most every day thanking God Im still able to.

[@trents5864]

Your in good shape compared to many our age.

[@tdog4240]

As I age, Heaven gets closer and sweeter. We are here for a season. We don't think about taking care of ourselves when we are younger. Nice if we could start life with the wisdom we end with. God bless everybody. Hope you all have a good Christmas with family. Hope and praying you all know Jesus as your Lord and Savior. He is the reason for the season.

[@Sunshine-zg7pw]

Mr. Tom, you really hit on a popular topic in light of the many responses! I got pretty tickled, too, at your remarks- you are quite comical. So is Spooky! 😆 Only one other person mentioned Gravity as a bit of a problem. It is surprising to see how the curves of yesteryear have Moved. One of the more frustrating things I’ve noticed is that poor eyesight goes along with the facial hair troubles. You need good vision to deal with the latter. Swapping glasses, using a magnifying mirror and finding good light are all a challenge. Then you drop the tweezers. It’s best not to look that hard. Without my glasses, in low lighting, and standing well away from the mirror, I’m really still quite nice-looking! 😂 I think the best plan is not to worry about looks, try to be quiet about aches because no one wants to hear about them, get enough rest, and put my biggest effort into knowing God. After all, Eternity is a whole lot longer than this mortal life and I hope to spend it with Him. My love to you and the wonderful kitties! ♥️🌟

[@oregonbassboss98]

As always, well said!!!

[@Sunshine-zg7pw]

@@oregonbassboss98 Thank you, as was your thoughtful comment. :)

[@oregonbassboss98]

@@Sunshine-zg7pw You always put things a such a nice, gentle and respectful way. We need more of that these days.

[@oregonbassboss98]

@@Sunshine-zg7pw I actually have heard about Malabar Spinach and we already have some seeds to plant this spring that my wife purchased along with a bunch of other seeds that we wanted to try. We like to experiment. I was able to get the seeds at Burpee and I ordered one pack of the green stem and one of the red stem. I do thank you though for the very kind offer . You can contact me any time at my gmail account which is the same name as my name here oregonbassboss.

[@Sunshine-zg7pw]

@@oregonbassboss98 That’s so cool- I hope you enjoy it as much as I do! I’ve never seen so many seeds in my life, or such healthy plants climbing up everywhere. One of my grandsons actually eats it right off the vine! 😂 Thank you for the address, but you may want to delete that comment now. Trolls abound... 🌱

[@brendamcbrayer6094]

Amen!

[@claudiaoverby2587]

I know what you mean Mr. Tom I'm 63 an I know that there are alot of things I cant do anymore. I'm 63 now but on top of old age creeping up on me I was injured in a bad wreck in 2015 that has left me disabled on top of old age.😀but as long as God let's me I'm doing to keep on going. Take care & be safe Mr. Tom😷💜

[@kathykeating9641]

Hi Mr. Tom, I remember when I first watched this video. And, I have to say, just since then, yes, I have experienced even more 'old age problems. Yep, I was diagnosed with osteoporosis, a thing a lot of us old ladies get that makes the inside of our bones look like Swiss cheese. And, well, nobody informed me that when ya get old, ya kinda lose yer balance a lot a times. Well, I fell back in 2020 on the stairs, and broke my right hand and wrist, then this year, 2022, I tripped and fell in my back yard, breakin my left wrist. Don't have no medical insurance, so my old bones was left to heal up however they can. At least now I got a matching set. Lol.😄 So, yep, growin old ain't for sissies. Seem's like the older ya get, the more things pop that ya never even heard of when you was younger. When your young, you think your invincible, and you can eat as ya please, and do whatever ya want, and you will never have problems, and you will always have your strength and energy. But that is just not so. Now, at 68, goin on 69 in March, I am surely feelin my years. I walk slower, can't see as clearly, my goodness, things I always took for granted when I was young. And I think to myself, how can it be, that I am this old now....where did all those years go? They went by so fast. Surely, it is just as God's Word say's, our life is but a vapor.

[@DeepSouthBama56]

May God Bless you Kathy, your having a very tough time.

[@kathykeating9641]

@@DeepSouthBama56 Oh my, it's okay Mr. Tom. There's plenty a folks that have a much harder life than me. Like I said, I'm ever so thankful I got the Lord to lean on. Surely don't know what I'd do without Him. God bless ya too Mr. Tom. And if it's not any trouble, if ya could, please pray concernin my youngest brother Kevin. He , well, he makes life pretty difficult. Thank ya Mr. Tom for your prayers, and I always keep ya in prayer. Sendin a big hug to ya and all the kitties.🤗❤

[@grannyframmy]

Hello! I think the worst of getting older is that the brain and the thoughts and dreams stay young...but your body looking at you like are you crazy lol....once I realited that, I understood my Mom so much better....I am 56 now..."the golden years"....I dont now bout that lol but I agree to all you have mentioned! God bless

[@oliviawills9242]

I tried and tried to keep my hair color just right. Got tired of messin up all my towels with the dye. Now I am in my 60's and I am gonna own it..

[@maryj8576]

I am smiling. It is so good to hear someone lay it all out there. Our kids do not yet understand. Thank you for giving us a group to belong with at this time in life.

[@gwenbrowne9900]

Hi Mr. Tom. I have one remedy to share. .... After having my gallbladder removed, and after my hysterectomy, my digestive system became 'loose'. I became afraid to go anywhere--what if my stomach decided to 'go'!! Anyway, I discovered that eating an APPLE a day has put my digestive system back to normal. Must be the pectin in it--nothing else has helped as much. I can now go about my days pretty normally, without fear. I have my APPLE a day, just like a prescription pill. Thank for sharing, Bless you.

[@patriciajustice5299]

Right on Mr.Tom , I could add a few things to your list ! !Take care and GOD bless you and the sweet kitty krew♥️👵

[@johnnyyuma4194]

I Never use/eat - Processed - White/bleached Salt/flour/meal... I Use Pink Himilayan Sea Salt or one that Has the Minerals in it ...IMO... a very important thing to do.. I use Collagen Supplements for Dry Skin problems + Vitamin C-D-E & Dairy foods that supply Collagen. Our food/dairy products are overly processed and with very little Nutrients in it especially Fast Foods with Chemicals & preservatives in them. Lot of Truth in the old saying 'We are what we Eat' & like our autos we need the best fuel to run/perform properly. Epsom Salts soaking for feet & body are great too... Gets the Poisions/chemicals out of our body. Studty the Gut Bacteria for digestive issues & Watch the Bad Fats very Important... We need Good Fats but not the Bad ones. Hope this helps you my friend & May the good Lord bless & keep you . Been studying the above many years & still do & still learning. In a nutshell be as 'Natural' as you can. Watch for artifical Flavors & sweetners & Limit Sugar Intake.BTW my brother is 81 still mowing yards & fixing autos. Hang in there Mr.Tom you gotta lot of miles left by the grace of God.

[@cynthialewis4313]

Glory to be to God in the Highest! Peace on Earth, Goodwill to Men! For it is going to be his Birthday and We are to go & Rejoice! Praise the Lord God Almighty!!!🙋‍♀️☦️🙏♥️🕊🎁❄️🎉🎊🎉🎊🎈🎈🎂

[@sharondeyoung5778]

Oh how true how true!! All of it!! I’m thinking we should grab our Tums and meet up at a diner for the early bird specials, I’m not joking!! Hungry at 4:30 asleep by 9:00😄 but wait, you’ll be up in a couple hours looking out the window. So it will go the rest of the night. If I’m up at 2:am I might snitch a cookie or two, shhhh don’t tell anyone. I’ll catch it from my Dr soon enough. It’s ok, lack of sleep just means more time to reflect on some pretty fun times!!! ❤️ NO REGRETS 😁

[@sharondeyoung5778]

@@grandmajane2593 me too! Jane, if it’s not a cookie I’m making toast n tea with jam, at 2:00 in the morning that’s probably not the best choice 😆😄🥱

[@joshuahuggins5050]

Also as you get older your Ability to heal from injuries slows down alot. You don't recover from injuries very fast as you put on the age. You start losing your ability to heal. The ravages of time Is very real. I'm only 38 but I learned a few things from my grand dad your body loses a lot of it abilities when you pack on the years.

[@drivesecure2476]

Hey Mr Tom in that short Video I think you covered just about everything from Head to Toe I remember my Father told me years ago you Cant Beat Father Time Stay Safe Take Care !!!

[@susanlester1]

God bless my Southern brothers and sisters. Merry Christmas! 🎁🎄 I’m 49.5 at this point, getting older for sure. I’m pretty vain so it’s hard but I try to remember that the good Lord gives us our life and when He decides to take it we shall rejoice because those of us who love Him and follow Him ( I do it very imperfectly) will be with our Savior!

[@larkatmic]

I’m 57 now. Yep, getting old sure isn’t for the weak of heart. Im the skinny and gaunt type. Not a look I like. But its genetics. I’m turning into my Dad. The main thing I’ve notIced over the last two or three years is loss of energy. I used to go to the gym, do lots of chores around the house, yard work, and building things. I still do. But man, do I get tired, and achey afterwards, Never used to feel tired. I’ve noticed I put things off now, or just stop in the middle of it, cause I’m just wiped out. The other thing getting bad are my eyes. Can’t see a thing close up without my reading glasses. I picked up what I thought was a piece of lint off the laundry room floor, but it was a spider! 😂 I’ve got some bad feet too. They callus, and sprain so much easier now. Now I know why some older folks walk funny. I’m turning into the crooked old man. Thanks again for sharing.

[@lesliea9741]

Thank you. A laugh and things to be thankful for is a blessing. Bless you.

[@christinanavarre8389]

Tinnitus I've had it all my life...and I'm 63 now.... although we both have the same vision issues. I find I'm fortunate that I have more muscle now, than I did when I was 30. I'm a 5'4 female 138#....but on my feet 10 hrs a day without sitting down til those 10 hrs are up. Eat generally once a day...drink lots of water take a few supplements lysine, zinc and potassium. I Have lower lumbar issues..but stay very busy and eat what I like for the most part. I too,add about 10# in the winter...lose it come summer...repeat. My kitty Klub keeps me very busy. A body in motion...stays in motion. Body at rest stays at rest. My father had dementia and alzheimer's from 77 to 81 before he passed..My mother died of a heart attack at 79. My brother liver cancer a year ago this Nov 2019. I'm the only one left in my family. Prefer the cold to the heat..cannot tolerate the heat. Give me 20 degrees over 85 anyday. Good thing we are not all the same, yes, Mr Tom?