Gettin' Old Ain't for Wimps: Inspirations and Stories to Warm Your Heart and Tickle Your Funny Bone (Volume 1)

by Karen O'Connor

Book Overview

Speaker and author Karen O'Connor urges her post-fifty friends to "laugh and love all the way home to the Father's house." With humor and wisdom, Karen shares personal and gathered stories about the... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0736914765
• Release Date: August 2004
• Publisher: Harvest House Publishers
• Length: 240 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 8.5" x 0.5" x 5.5"

Customer Reviews

The Golden Years Ain't for Wimps

My Mother is 83 and I formed a book club for her and a few of her friends, they are all over the age of 75. This was the first book they read and they all love it. This book contains humorous short stories that is light hearted about growing old, my Mother laughs with joy when she reads each story. Also at the end of each story is a bible verse or short prayer. I love this Author Karen O'Connor, this book is a delightful read for anyone that is a Senior Citizen and needs some laughter and joy in their life. Good Read.

I Can Relate! God Help Me!

It is often a hard thing to admit we are getting older. Time seems to slip by and one day we wake up with wrinkles and our bodies not cooperating with all our minds are telling it to do. Frustration certainly sets in, but sometimes things can be down right funny. In this laugh out loud book, "Getting Old Still Ain't For Wimps," Ms. O' Connor takes the everyday situations we 'older' ones face and help lighten the load with her words and stories. She helps us to understand we are not alone, as we giggle and relate to the numerous tales told of others experiencing our situations. What is that old saying, "Misery loves company?" It sure is a nice feeling to know we are not alone, and someone out there truly does understand. So uplifting! I have to say this is a wonderful book. I smiled for days after reading it just thinking about the different tales I had enjoyed and related to. We can't stop the clock, so we might as well giggle our way to Heaven, and this book will definitely light up the path as we make our journey. I am proud to recommend this book; it is a jewel and definitely worth your time.

hilarious stories of old age for all ages

I read this book after reading "Getting Old Still Ain't for Wimps" which I found very hilarious and I could see some things through the true stories of things I sometimes do and I'm 27. After reading " getting Old Still Ain't for Wimps" I thought I'd better get the prequel " Getting Old Ain't for Wimps". What can I say Getting Old Ain't for Wimps appeals to all ages. It is both Funny and Thought provoking. It is a must for Christians and Non - Christians alike.

See the humor and joys of growing older

The Bible says that "a merry heart makes a cheerful countenance," but is there anything to be merry about getting older? Karen O'Connor says a resounding "YES," in Gettin' Old Still Ain't for Wimps. From adventures at the grocery store to tales of mistaken identity, and the failures of various body parts to overcoming the offense of senior discounts, O'Connor presents real stories from real people who are facing aging with laughter. Using a warm and affable style, the author tells each short story with a Bible verse and prayer at the end. She divides the book into seventeen sections, with titles such as: "Lookin' Purdy," "No Laughing Matter," "Lost and Found," "Hands Up!," and "A Little Compromising." Some of the stories leave me laughing, others stir up a few sentimental tears as in the "Daughters Are Dandy" society in the nursing home, and some make me indignantly think, "What's so funny about that? It happened to me yesterday!" Karen O'Connor is a speaker, author of forty books, and writing consultant. As the author of Gettin' Old Ain't for Wimps and Help, Lord! I'm Having a Senior Moment, she's no stranger to the concerns of aging. This book would be a great relaxer in doctor's offices, as well as a pleasant book to read just before bed or after a long day at work. The author takes the ordinary bumps on the road of aging to help readers see the humor, rewards, and even joys of growing older. (P.S. This book review would have been done sooner if I hadn't misplaced the book and my glasses!) - Debbie W. Wilson, Christian Book [...]

From Wimpiness to Wonder!

?Getting older takes courage, and talented author Karen O'Connor understands that. In Getting Old Ain't for Wimps, she helps seniors save face and age with grace. O'Connor's real-life stories are pure gold and liberally laced with wit and wisdom, whimsy and warmth. With Karen's signature twinkle-in-her-eye mischievousness, she proves that wimps need not limp along into their golden years. She helps you transform senior wimpiness into spirited wonder that appreciates life as a great adventure. Sprint with O'Connor into your senior years with a spring in your step and great joy in your heart. Discover that getting older is really much better than it's been cracked up to be! -Lynn D. Morrissey, author of Love Letters to God and AWSA/CLASS speaker