I'm as young as some people who have already commented,
So not old by any measure, but by 'doing the math' on my parents longevity (or lack of it) I might not ever get to be
properly old, can always hope
Getting
older happily however is a great privilege, still healthy and active, and engaged with the world.
Financially independent, and solvent, with successful businesses doing things that are valuable, and that I still like doing.
I might never wholly retire in truth.
Grown up kids, doing their thing, but still wanting me to go out with them.
I love the 'youth of today' they seem far more open to hanging out with, and even enjoy learning from older folk, who don't treat them like know-nothing idiots.
I've even had to swerve some attention from very much younger guys.
Flattering yes - but not my thing thanks
But the best bit is probably, finally feeling comfortable in my own skin, and able to speak my mind, fairly confident in my outlook on life, without being overly fixed minded.
Flexibility in mind, and body, is key.
But also like
@welsh dragon , no need to suffer fools gladly, or put up with poor treatment.
Long may it continue