I like gettin' old
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A simple declaration of acceptance or enjoyment regarding the aging process.
- In plain terms
- She enjoys getting older.
- What can you take from it?
- Aging can be embraced positively.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you feel about getting older?
- What brings you comfort in time?
Another view
It may ignore the difficulties of aging.
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