Yes, this is all about me and as I write this, tonight is the last night of my 60s. That is very strange to say because I just do not feel “that old”. In saying that, I have had my “old” days *feelings* hit me like a ton of bricks in my body and my head.
This being a Tales From My Lens blog brings me to ponder on the gift of life. Is that because I have lived it by the tips of my hairs or is it that *it is what it is*? I think both. First is the “tale” and second it is the reality of it all.
There is no broo haha to bring out the 60s, just good old *I am glad I am alive still*. I did have a bit of everything that hits a person in life, i.e., dysfunctional family, The Filmore West, Winterland days, partying, horrible and very abusive first marriage, friends and family that say they are full of love and yet they are not, and all in all me walking away with a positive attitude about all of that. Was I hurt? Absolutely, but I just can’t carry it. I have to fluff it off or that stuff will killya. That is the purpose of life – going forward.
Life is supposed to be crazy. It is supposed to be the acceptance after living the fight, not before. The fight has to happen to understand the cause, and that cause is living for the acceptance of an onward motion called living.
My bucket list still has plenty to accomplish, and I feel I still can achieve it. I achieved my dive certificate, law school, and riding motorcycles at the age of 50 and it has made most of my life’s closest friends from that network of sisters and brothers. That is everything in life to me. But I am not dead yet…
My Survival List is pretty lengthy. That’s for another post – LOL. But…
My New Bucket List:
I want to fly a helicopter or at least be a passenger taking photos. Haven’t done that.
I want to parachute into the Amazon and take photos – with supplies.
Alaska.
Antartica Science Expedition.
Africa.
Israel.
Pyramids.
Dartmouth England.
I want John Travolta to fly me to Paris and have tea and chocolates with me. *husband will be just fine with that – I have a good one*.
…then have Henry Winkler *The Fonz* meet up with us to discuss I dunno, anything while eating some Frenchy tidbits with a great glass of wine.
…Joining us later would be Tony Danza to sing some swoon songs. All the while I am wearing my comfy clothes – blue jeans & Ts.
Then—
I want Paul McCartney and Ringo Star to dine with me and tell me all the Beatles secrets and then I want a pic. Then I want a serenade. Just a mellow night.
I want to buy a place in Scotland. Just a little something to escape to and I am working on that.
I want to sing Karaoke the old way – like nobody cares. This new version of Karaoke is too serious – *get me drunk so I can sing like nobody’s listening*.
I would like to hike every inch of Yosemite in my GGGs name without being out of breath *lots of luck with that*.
I would like a doggie adoption rescue when I can’t do any of the above *which may be sooner than later*.
Almost last but not the last, I would like to tell everyone to fuck off who well deserves it -*you know who you are*.
I would also like to have a Doggie Diner Hot Pastrami Sandwich – the best ever.
Most of all I want to keep luvin’ the love.
On my original Bucket List, I had Captains License and Pilots License. I am scratching them – I may be dead before I get those hours in. I am also leaving out political crap. Does me no good to talk to the dead so it is out.
So, with all of that, I am celebrating the life of the 60s gone by. Who knew that this hitchhiking Filmore West weirdo geeky girl loner would be here. Me Likely.
Happy Birthday to me. I am alive dammit and it sure does feel good.
Kathleen Jennette
26 responses to “~Aging-Thunkin’ The Thoughts~”
Happy Birthday! I read recently that one of the factors of a long life is a bucket list, having a purpose and a dream keeps you going. So, you go, girl! 🙂
I never knew that, but it does make sense! Thank you😊
Happy birthday Kathleen! Fabulous pictures. I will be 66 in a few days time and I am incredulous too. How did that happen? But old is always where I am plus at least 10 years so by that we’re both doing fine.
PS Give Paul McCartney my love x
Thank you! I will do😁
That’s quite a nice bucket list you’ve got there – I think you’ll check off alot more on that than you expect and you’ll have a ton of fun in the process!
Happy Birthday, here’s to another year of going forward while getting younger 🙂
Thank you so much!
Love it! Happiest of birthdays to you Kathy! I love your stories and all your interests/hobbies. It’s not often but when we get together I feel like I can chat with you and listen to your stories until the sun comes up. Cheers to the next decade. XoXo.
Thank you LeaAnne! I saw you got a new bike and are grabbing retirement by the handles. Love it!
Happy birthday, and what a fabulous bucket list! I’m puzzled however by the inclusion of Dartmouth in England – surely we have more inspiring destinations to offer than that, pretty as it is?!
You’ve done a lot of fun things, and I’m sure you will do plenty more. Happy Birthday! 🙂
Thank you😁
You’re welcome! 🙂
First, happy birthday! I hope you have many more wonderful trips round the sun! Second, I absolutely love this post. You are one-of-a-kind and finally, I am so, SO glad I get to call you a friend. You are an amazing, beautiful soul, and I love you dearly.
I love you too Missy! I hope sooner than later we see each other. Winter is coming😁
today, at 69, facing cancer, I celebrate life and the whole path I’ve taken, with more mistakes than successes, but which has always kept me alive (and keeps me) because it’s trying to realize that we truly live.
happy birthday and be happy in all your daysz🌷🌷🌷
Thank you, and you are so right. We are never promised tomorrow, only today so every day should be celebrated. I hope 🙏 for you to get through the challenge of cancer.
Happy birthday! Go celebrate!!
Thank you! Every day😊
You know I absolutely loved reading this!!!…proud and to have been a part of it..highs and lows…I also love and envy your bucket list ❤️
I’m glad you have been there to. It is a life blessing❤️
Happy Birthday! It’s the 1970s and 80s for me… I’m 62 but feel 22. It’s not fair…
Nothing is fair anymore if it ever was but thank you so much for the birthday wishes😊
You’re welcome, my friend! 🍻
So nice of you to express your feelings and thoughts!
Love this post.
As they say age is just a number!
We should celebrate as to how we overcome this wretched world.
I am sure, you are soon going to fulfill your pending wishes.
All the best.
Mr.Philo
Thank you so much, I agree it should be a celebration that marks going forth. Thanks again 🙂
You are welcome, my friend.