It’s quite a wake-up call when someone asks you that inevitable question: “How old are you?” While I’d love to remain perpetually 28, the truth is I’m 41 and often find myself pausing in disbelief at the number. If you can relate to occasionally losing track of the years, here are some telltale signs that you’re definitely aging:
- You start phrases with “Back in my day” or “When I was younger.”
- You realize that new moms seem so incredibly youthful, and you can’t recall being that fresh-faced as a new parent.
- At your annual dental check-up, the dentist inquires about any possibility of pregnancy, and you feel oddly flattered.
- Your recent Google searches include “signs of hot flashes,” “cost of Botox,” and “do noses really keep growing?”
- You might notice a handsome guy at the grocery store, only to realize he’s actually eyeing your teenage daughter.
- The heartthrobs from your youth are now playing grandfathers on your kids’ favorite shows—except for that one, he still looks great, right?
- You catch your reflection and wonder if those are new wrinkles or just an unfortunate ‘stache.
- Retirement planning fills your mind, making you lose sleep over 401(k)s and 403(b)s.
- You also feel anxious about the thought of losing your parents.
- You contemplate if a bladder transplant is feasible because you desperately want a full night’s sleep.
- You struggle to feel happy for celebrities like Jennifer Lopez—seriously, how does she look that good at 50?
- You find yourself puzzled by what it means to “slide into DMs” and whether it’s as thrilling as it sounds.
- Sleeping past 6:30 a.m. has become a distant memory.
- You’re now that mom who doesn’t recognize the latest songs or trends, like VSCO girls, while reminiscing about when camouflage was in style.
- You finally relate to Bruce Springsteen’s “Glory Days,” reflecting on a youth you can’t reclaim.
- You’ve learned to appreciate living in the moment, realizing those 40 years sped by too swiftly.
- You’ve reached a point where you truly DGAF (I know, I know, what does that mean? It means: don’t give a F%&*!) about others’ opinions—because after so many years, you’ve embraced self-love.
If you find yourself nodding along to these points, you’re probably feeling a bit “older” too.
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In summary, aging can be a humorous and unexpected journey filled with reflections on youth and self-acceptance. Embrace the quirks and cherish the wisdom that comes with every passing year.