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Funny, but I think not.
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Is Honking at Elderly Drivers Really Funny?
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Discussion Overview
The thread discusses the humor and implications surrounding the act of honking at elderly drivers, exploring perspectives on aging and societal attitudes towards older individuals.
Discussion Character
- Debate/contested
- Conceptual clarification
Main Points Raised
- Some participants find the act of honking at elderly drivers humorous, while others express disapproval.
- There are comments reflecting on the generational divide, with one participant noting that yuppies will eventually become old themselves.
- Several participants share personal reflections on aging, suggesting acceptance of growing old as preferable to the alternative of not living long.
- Humor is introduced through playful exchanges about the desire to stay young and the mythical notion of a fountain of youth.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants express a mix of humor and sensitivity regarding aging, with no clear consensus on whether honking at elderly drivers is funny or not.
Contextual Notes
The discussion includes varying assumptions about aging, societal roles, and humor, which remain unresolved.
Who May Find This Useful
Readers interested in societal attitudes towards aging, humor in generational contexts, or discussions about driving etiquette may find this thread engaging.
Funny, but I think not.
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Astronuc
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Sensitive bumper that is.
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Note to self: the natural enemy of a yuppie is an old person.
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Note to same 'self': yuppies will become old persons if they are lucky.
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I have accepted the fact that growing old beats the alternative.
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Staying young and beautiful forever?
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Poop-Loops said:
How did you manage to get that alternative offered to you?
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GeorginaS said:
A leprechaun with a fountain of youth in his pants.
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IN MY PA-- yes, exactly.
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edward said:
If you live to be one hundred, you've got it made. Very few people die past that age.
When I get up in the morning I check the obituaries page of the newspaper. If I'm not in there, I get dressed.
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That's so great! 
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