Re: [Paddlewise] Senior paddlers, how many are there

From: Robert J. Matter <rjmatter_at_PRODIGY.NET>
Date: Thu, 25 Jan 2001 10:19:14 -0600
Gypsykayak_at_aol.com wrote:
> 
> In a message dated 01-01-25 04:44:36 EST, rjmatter_at_PRODIGY.NET writes:
> 
> << I'd say anyone who qualifies for membership in AARP (55 years) deserves to
>  all the rights, privileges, (and discounts) of being a senior. >>
> 
> Aw shucks!  There goes my excuse, but I've got news for you....50 is the
> eligibility age for AARP.
> 
> Now, let's see.....I've been a member for nearly 5 years.....
> 
> sandy kramer
> miami

Mea culpa!  Jack Martin told me it was 50, too.  *Gulp*  I can't beleive I'm so close to reaching AARP age!  We need to come with a slogan, "Old kayakers don't die.  They just ______________." to stick on our walkers.

-Bob Matter
Hammond, IN
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