There are few people in this world more greatly underestimated by the general population than the elderly. With age comes certain disadvantages that may cause people to automatically assume that an aged person has a limited range of things they like to and can do. But they couldn't be more wrong! It’s never too late to remember the crazy life we’ve lived and make it even crazier.
As you grow, so does your zest for life. There are a million ways to stay sharp. And with wisdom and experience by your side, adventures are only a few steps away. Here are some super seniors and grand grandparents that led some fascinatingly fun lives and who did some incredible and inspiring things that most young people would struggle to find the courage to do!
1. You’re never too old to soar... Just ask this ziplining granddad!
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2. You’re never too old to go water-skiing… Not even on your 91st birthday!
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3. You’re never too old to reminisce… Like this 97-year-old grandfather in front of the plane he piloted in World War II
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4. You’re never too old to celebrate Halloween... Especially dressed as the Mad Hatter from Alice in Wonderland and a Minion from Despicable Me
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5. You’re never too old to go fishing… and if you’re lucky, you’ll catch a barracuda like this proud granddad
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6. You’re never too old to learn to play the drums… And it’s more fun if you do it wearing a shiny suit
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7. You’re never too old to drive in style… Like this granddad posing in the electric car he made in the 1960s
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8. You’re never too old for chaps… Particularly if you were a real California cowboy in the 70s
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9. You’re never too old to travel with your partner… And the Rocky Mountains are a must-see
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10. You’re never too old to change up your style... Like this grandpa sporting a mohawk
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11. You’re never too old to remember an old friend…Even if that friend happened to be an owl you had in the 70s
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12. You’re never too old to make a new friend… This parrot was rescued by this grandpa and she visits him every year now
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13. You’re never too old to become a superhero… All these grandparents needed were some fun aprons and an artistic grandkid
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14. You’re never too old to go on an adventure… A 90-year-old grandfather has his wish fulfilled to hike the Himalayas and see the snow there
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15. You’re never too old to touch the clouds… You can just go skydiving at the age of 80 with your grandson
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16. You’re never too old to learn and follow your dreams… This grandmother received her Ph.D. at age 77 and she’s just getting started.
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