50 Reasons I Honestly Feel Caught in the Middle

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At 46, I find myself solidly in the middle-aged category. Let’s be real: not many of us reach 92, so I might just be rolling down the other side of the hill. I don’t feel old, yet I definitely can’t claim to be young anymore. This is precisely why I resonate with the term “tween.” It’s a unique label crafted for a group navigating a confusing phase. We need something that sounds better than “middle-aged.” Maybe “seasoned youth” or “young-at-heart” could work. I’ll keep brainstorming.

In the meantime, here are 50 reasons why I feel stuck between two worlds:

1. I’m too old to rock a miniskirt.
2. I’m too young to dismiss new music as “that noise.”
3. I’m too old to tolerate nonsense.
4. I’m too young to say, “In my day…”
5. I’m too old for neck-snapping roller coasters.
6. I’m too young for bladder control products.
7. I’m too old to be considered “hot.”
8. I’m too young to be deemed “handsome.”
9. I’m too old to have hair that shines like it did in my twenties.
10. I’m too young to have a sensible haircut.
11. I’m too old to binge-drink.
12. I’m too young to be limited to prune juice and Maalox.
13. I’m too old to waver in my beliefs.
14. I’m too young to fully trust my own wisdom.
15. I’m too old to have the same body I had at 25.
16. I’m too young to give up on that dream.
17. I’m too old to consider having more kids.
18. I’m too young to be a grandparent (at least not yet).
19. I’m too old to grasp the appeal of fan fiction, memes—whatever those are—and anime.
20. I’m too young to shy away from exploring fan fiction, memes (are those like “peeps” for moms?) and anime.
21. I’m too old to think I’ll be the first woman to defy aging with just the right creams; the fountain of youth is a fairy tale.
22. I’m too young to fully accept that wrinkles are inevitable.
23. I’m too old to ever master walking gracefully in heels.
24. I’m too young to resort to unattractive orthopedic shoes.
25. I’m too old to bust out sexy moves on the dance floor.
26. I’m too young to stop dancing. Only when I kick the bucket!
27. I’m too old to overlook the small pleasures in life.
28. I’m too young to consider “just being able to get out of bed” one of those pleasures.
29. I’m too old to be referred to as a girl.
30. I’m too young to be called “ma’am” or “lady.” I still enjoy being called “miss.” Let me have that fantasy!
31. I’m too old for sparkly makeup, glitter, or frosted lipstick.
32. I’m too young to need to draw on my lips and eyebrows.
33. I’m too old to waste my time on a terrible movie for two hours. I’d prefer to clean my kitchen.
34. I’m too young to doze off during a fantastic film.
35. I’m too old to relish fast food. Even if I enjoy it, the aftermath isn’t worth it.
36. I’m too young to need fiber with every meal.
37. I’m too old to forget my sunscreen.
38. I’m too young for an elaborate morning routine. Let’s just get to the beach already!
39. I’m too old to not see that Lady Gaga is a knock-off of Madonna.
40. I’m too young to not tap my foot to elevator music.
41. I’m too old to sleep on hard ground.
42. I’m too young for organized group tours.
43. I’m too old for car sex.
44. I’m too young to limit myself to just a bed.
45. I’m too old to forget that new physical activities come with consequences.
46. I’m too young to stop exploring new experiences.
47. I’m too old for my short-term memory to be dependable.
48. I’m too young for my long-term memories to be the only ones I can rely on.
49. I’m too old to check off everything on my bucket list.
50. I’m too young to stop adding to my bucket list.

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Summary:

In this lighthearted reflection, I explore the paradox of feeling caught between youth and age at 46, sharing 50 reasons why I feel neither fully young nor completely old. From fashion choices to life experiences, I embrace the quirks and conflicts of being in this transitional phase. Life is a journey, and I’m here to enjoy every moment!