I know I am getting really old when.......

Likewise Katy K ! My son is law turned 50 recently... my daughter is 50 next year. Plus the Grandchildren are now 6 feet 4 and 6 feet 2... and kiss the top of my head !

But I still jump in puddles !!

I agree with blondenana. I don't feel old, only old-ish. My son is 51 (we were married for 8 years before we had him), eldest granddaughter 21. I know people look at me and consider me to be old because I too get offered a seat on the tube/bus etc. Our son works in the Far East sometimes and they have a lovely way of putting it. "Respected Elders."

I am 64 next month, my son is 43 and my daughter is 40. I live with my daughter and grandchildren (16, 12, 10) and I run the house whilst DD works full time - think that keeps me young as there is always something that needs doing! When I think back to my own lovely Gran at the same age she was an old lady - and dressed accordingly!. My DD and GD's pinch my clothes (something I could never imagine doing with my Gran/Mum) so I must still be in fashion

Ooh, DotMH1901, that would be my ideal scenario. Though not sure where I would put DH...

My son in law is 54 and DD 50, cripes I am ancient.

When my granddaughter asks what age I was when I first saw a dinosaur.??

When I had two wipeouts surfing - time to move on girl !

DD and I were looking at a photo of my GM the other day when she was the same age I am now, 73. We couldn’t believe how old she looked compared to me, it did give me a boost, except when I was in London recently I was offered seats on the tube, 3 times. And I felt I needed them.

When you’ve been diagnosed with illnesses that will make the rest of your life a real struggle. And reminisce about the days when you were fit and well.

Realising that most of my record collection artists are either ancient or dead.

My friend(now deceased),was around thirty five when her son asked her if they had stage coaches in Ireland when she was a little girl

I didn't feel old until I read all your posts and found I could relate to them all.

Interesting. My age doesn't bother me one little bit but having a son of 50 made me ponder. Gee whiz!

When I came last in a sparring competition. I nearly cried although I’m 69 and my opponents were all in their twenties and thirties. I thought I was a ridiculous old woman, but I’ve dusted myself off and am competing again in August.

I look in the mirror
The bus driver calls me 'love'
Puffed out quicker
Sitting on the floor and can't get up again
Getting up from the settee with 'oooh

When I look at all the unread books in my kindle and wonder if I’ll be able to read them all before I die

Definitely feel old when GS reminds me that I am going to die. He hasn't yet added 'soon'!.

I dont feel my age emotionally and mentally but my body does unfortunately.
I sometimes look in the mirror and think who is that!!!!
Also my 'baby' sister will be 60 this year and i can remember holding her after she was born at home she had a shock of jet black hair but it turn into white blonde as she grew and now it is starting to go grey.

When I decided this summer that I cant wear white trousers anymore. They used to be one of my staples.

I agree with everyone. Was initially insulted when a young man gave up his seat for me on the bus - but then was delighted to take it. When buying shoes my first thought is are they comfortable rather than what do they look like? Not being strong enough to open tins or jars. Planning a day's rest after a day out. Joining the National Trust. Going on coach holidays. And my GS tells me I huff and puff when I sit down or stand up. It all creeps up doesn't it.

I consider other people of my age to be old, but not myself! Isn’t that weird?
However, I recently realised that the first thing I do, on arriving somewhere, is to pinpoint where the Ladies is. Maybe I’m older than I think!

So are gold sandals a sign of age then?

Definitely having children who are fifty or older, brings it home quite forcibly.

...... when I'm standing at the door and can't remember if I've just come back or just going. lol.

I agree with Hunpty Dunpty. In London people have started offering me their seats on trains and busses, and helpiing me if I have. case on stairs.
I am learning to enjoy it !