Getting REAL on Getting OLD

I’m 67 and take care of myself - never know when someone might come along and connect.

Hey guys, I have been watching your videos with great interest for sometime now. My partner was 31 and I am 66. I say was because he passed away Monday the 15th from Liver and Kidney disease. We had a great relationship as he was an old soul who loved older tv shows and country music. He was my rock as I survived cancer, a heart valve replacement and a stroke. He was there and took care of me as I did for him in his time on earth. It was wonderful to find someone as well adjusted for his age and knew what he wanted in life. Age was never an issue. He will be missed dearly. I just wanted to say that life is how you live it. We had 8 years together. Robby

I have been down on myself for a while; I'm 71. But I have to keep remembering that there is an autoimmune disease which will not go away, diverticulitis surgery which went haywire, dehisced twice and no belly button now, broken foot 3 times, kidnapped and beat up badly, had Covid before the shots were available losing a lot of lung function and almost not making it, and finally having Covid again. Yeah, I was really hard on myself. I bet if you look at your life you can find many things to be proud of too! Give yourself a break! Excellent video and shining a spotlight on a topic which affects all of us survivors!

Aging is a gift and the most important relationship all of us have is the one we have with ourselves.

Im 45. Getting Older is both good and bad but ultimately it's what you make of it.

"Do not go gentle into that good night, Old age should burn and rave at close of day; Rage, rage against the dying of the light." -Dylan Thomas

Well done. When you guys do these types of Vlogs, you’re doing a great service to the community. At 66, I’m still working my 4th career full steam as a Tour Director (11 years now) … taking my guests on vacation all over the world. My guests think I’m in my late 40’s, low 50’s … do what you love, love what you do … be authentic to your spirit. Am I single? Yes. Lonely? No. Would I like to settle down again after 21 years of being partnered (single now for 13 years)? Of course … as many commenters have said already, it’ll happen when it’s suppose to … and for now live life to the fullest … Brian is correct about the body changing and staying healthy through great care.

Great conversation. 61 here and aging gracefully (3 times a week in the gym). Have a a husband who's 69. We make it work.

Another thing Bri and I have in common....cider! We produce major tasty cider here in Ireland. I'm 65 as you know. Because of my 30 plus years of hitting the gym, regularly, I eat like an Italian, have a small number of lovely friends in my life. I am blessed. My road always has been "the road less travelled," challenging and lead me to many different and interesting themes and adventures. Therapy and the talking therapies have considerably helped me down the years. I got lucky back in my 20s! Got into TA and Gestalt Psy and have used my skills and knowledge ever since.Invaluable. These are the best days of my life, hands down. Incidentally...sunscreen is vitally important for everybody.

Hey menz! So, my hubby and I are 15 years apart. I am 49 and he is 63. We love each other and aging as been a crack up. The knee and ankle cracks, and getting off the couch slow😂! For me aging has been great. As a former dancer, spin instructor, baseball, softball player. My body has been through hell. But, I have taken care of it. The glutes and legs are fine 😀. I have learned how to embrace all of my grey hair on top and bottom 😝! I just need to get my mental back in order! You two are great and love every video you put out! Age gracefully, and love every change that comes

I’m 58 and my partner just turned 29. We’ve been together for 7 years now. I go through this motion of saying geeze I’m 58. My partner was just saying dam* I’m 29 now. I told him once you hit 20 next thing you know you are 25, 30,35 so on.

Grandmom always said you can age in fear or you can age in Grace. I know Grace she's a really fun broad and makes a hella good martini! Cheers! Allen

Thank you! So great to have these conversations out loud! I’m 45 and single and have great gay friendships that keep me feeling loved!

What a joy it is to see how much love and respect you have for each other. Sending you both lots of love 💕

“Oh look the year I was born” you got me Brian😂😂

I'm 61, retired, and a widower. My partner was 16 years older than me. Being retired is such a blessing. I am free to fill my time as I see fit (mostly), write, play music, make art, garden, and more. The downside of aging is the grim reaper taking away kith and kin and partner, but I am still alive and am becoming a wiser and more resilient person. The mind, heart, and spirit of a partner (or good friend) is equally important as the body and being healthy is more important than surface appearances. I am authentic, honest, empathetic and communicative and am looking for a partner who also has those characteristics. Good luck to me. Keep making your excellent heartfelt videos!

Amazing conversation!!! Lucky to call you both my close friends:)

I just turned 83 and believe me, my spouse and I are still making memories (he will soon be 74). Are they the same kind of memories we made at 38 or 47? No way. But there is no just sitting around staring at the walls and rehashing the “good old days.” You are where you are in life. Limitations? Adjust and move on. Keep your mind, body and spirit mobile and healthy and as strong as the current phase of your life will allow. Gay “life” isn’t all bar hopping and hookups. Be curious. Explore. Meet new people. See new places. Live large.

I’d love to know if anyone else has a friendship like the one I’m about to describe. I’m a 56 year old gay guy and one of my best friends is a straight 24 year old guy who has a lovely girlfriend. We met at work and instantly clicked like we had a past life. We hang out, he helps me go to the gym, we learn so much from each other and I introduce him to a world of all things vintage and he taught me things like video games, riding an e-scooter and all kinds of things, I can keep up with his some of his partying which shocks him 😆 such a great and very unexpected and mutually caring friendship, we discussed boundaries so it’s all good 👍 20 somethings are lovely welcoming and fun people

Attitude, keeping a positive attitude and staying active surrounded by friends. Keeping a gratitude journal also helps. Lonely or bored, get out of the house and change your environment by taking a walk and enjoying your surroundings 👍❤️💕🤗