I love this whole interview. Now I want to be friends with Madhushree and read everything she's written. The part about her love for Arundhati Roy really hit me. That she can love her problematic stances. That is so generous!
Something in here also made me think about how we/I use the term "old" as a pejorative. When I was a kid, everyone, including me, used the term "gay" as a synonym for bad. Not proud to admit that, but I said it too. Now, I use old that way. As if old means forgetful or weak. We have to change that. I have to change that. Starting now.
This is SO wonderful! I love hearing Madhushree's voice and perspective and the joy in eating mindfully, celebrating with friends, making a book and publishing it and living live on her own terms. Thank you for this and the reminder to be happy that we are here!
Excellent!! Strange. Who gets to define “old”? Who is the “ inner ageist” in me? The only birthday I recall thinking about “old” was 30! 30was a real downer. Now on my 75 birthday, during the first Covid year, my kids and grandkids … appropriately distanced on the farm lawns, held a Living Funeral! It was hilarious! They each contributed their piece to my Celebratory Eulogy! I’m still dancing! Sounds like Madhushree, you will be too in 25 years!
Oh, I loved this one!! Pre-ordering her book from my local indie bookshop right away.
Not sure if "divorce-elated" is a typo or intentional, but am delighted either way.
Ah, a typo. I've fixed it! Thank you.
I love this whole interview. Now I want to be friends with Madhushree and read everything she's written. The part about her love for Arundhati Roy really hit me. That she can love her problematic stances. That is so generous!
Something in here also made me think about how we/I use the term "old" as a pejorative. When I was a kid, everyone, including me, used the term "gay" as a synonym for bad. Not proud to admit that, but I said it too. Now, I use old that way. As if old means forgetful or weak. We have to change that. I have to change that. Starting now.
This is SO wonderful! I love hearing Madhushree's voice and perspective and the joy in eating mindfully, celebrating with friends, making a book and publishing it and living live on her own terms. Thank you for this and the reminder to be happy that we are here!
Excellent!! Strange. Who gets to define “old”? Who is the “ inner ageist” in me? The only birthday I recall thinking about “old” was 30! 30was a real downer. Now on my 75 birthday, during the first Covid year, my kids and grandkids … appropriately distanced on the farm lawns, held a Living Funeral! It was hilarious! They each contributed their piece to my Celebratory Eulogy! I’m still dancing! Sounds like Madhushree, you will be too in 25 years!
Actually, I don't know how to reach you, Pearl! Can you email me at oldstermag.gmail.com? Thank you.
hmmm. this email address isn't right. I made one up! oldstermag@gmail.com Hoping you get it!!
Oh, yes. I should have put an @ instead of a dot. Got your email! Will write back.
Wow, a living funeral and celebratory eulogy! Dropping you a line...
I loved this! Bottom line - to age is to grow and live for which we should be grateful. After all, the alternative is unwanted.