hadenough, Happy Birthday . I think the US is the only culture to disrespect old age. Other places treat you better. (except maybe India) Young people listen to you more. Alas here we sit in the land of eternal youth.BUT Think of all you know NOW and didn't when you were 7, Heck have you seen Princess Leia lately? She smokes cigars and is on IFC's "Dinner for Five". Even Jamie Lee Curtis did a no clothes-no touch ups- no makeup photo shoot last year. There are plenty of WISE women who refuse to be held back these days. Re-read the RedTent to remember how important you are to everyone younger and older. There is a quote I just love from Women who Run with Wolves , "I measure time by how a body sways."
And You must be 51years old to join AARP