Growing Old Can Be Scary

Old people have to collect empty cans and cardboards to make a living now despite the living standards having been increased. My grandmother still has to wash the dishes at a coffee shop near her place. My father still has to work despite having reached the “retirement” age.

Living standards have increased. Expenses have also increased. Therefore, old people still have to work, no matter the age. To think that having reached 55, you should be enjoying life. Unfortunately, the recession and all other things affect why we still have to work at all ages unless you are bedridden.

Sometimes, Alzhemir’s Disease strike. What’s the use when you need others to look after you at all times? Other times, young people find you a nag. Insisting on talking to someone despite being told that the person is at work and unable to entertain you. Insisting on entering that person’s house and demanding a call be made just so that your cupboard can be repaired for a low price.

I don’t know what kind of old person I will be but I hope that I won’t be alone. Those old people without any family are really pitiful and I wished to be able to help them but money is also the key issue. They need food and I can’t possibly buy every time for them.

Why is life so difficult?