Have a talk with a person who is more than 60 years old. Ask him/her to describe how life was in their youth and the changes over the decades ( food/life style/ mode of transport/ entertainment/ work culture/ family relationships). Write an essay.
Answers
Being a senior citizen
In life,there are various stages that we come across.From childhood to extreme old age.We always think about old age because in that age we are very weak.We always wish to save money for old age therefore at young age we try to earn money and save it so that we can have enough for old age.
Last week My Uncle from Utter Pradesh visited us.He was an engineer and was extremly active at young age.I met him after a long time and I was shocked that he had turned old now.As a curious person I asked him about his lifestyle and how he manages his. daily routine.
food/life style/ mode of transport/ entertainment/ work culture/ family relationships
1)Food - My Uncle told me that now he only eats food with less or no sugar and oil.
2)Lifestyle- My Uncle goes for walking daily to maintain his health.Now he likes to chat a lot
3)Mode of transport-Now he avoids bus,he prefers auto or a cab.
4)Entertainment-He likes to watch news and sports channel and listening to old film music.
5)Family Relations- My Uncle now avoids partying at nights therefore he likes to go to relatives house and staying for a few days.Similarly he calls everyone to stay for a few days at his house.
Explanation:
. I have spoken to my grandfather who is 72 years old who is a very knowledgeable person. Grandpa said that there is a huge passage between the two generations. He finds it really amusing how liberated we are in this time and age. He says, in his youth 60 years back, they had to live way restricted lives than us. Marrying outside the parents’ consent was no less than a sin but the most positive part was that their lives were way healthier as they got to eat organic produces.