Clive Wichelow Libri

Being a grandparent brings both joy and challenges. You celebrate a new family member while facing the reality of aging, taking on the role of a constant caregiver, and juggling the task of remembering another name.

Forget the idea of being the wise elder in the family. Instead, expect to sleep during sex and attend more funerals than weddings. On the bright side, enjoy the prospect of a stair-lift and the return of favors from charities you've supported.

You may be seen as a reactionary old git, unemployable and a health insurance risk, with your opinions ignored by canvassers and sales assistants. However, you can take pride in having better grammar than university students.

Feeling the aftermath of your twenties and nostalgic for the Spice Girls? If so, you're hitting the milestone of 30, but at least you can take comfort in not being 40 yet!

Embrace the fun of a mid-life crisis with unexpected choices like tight leather clothing or a flashy car. Recapturing your youth can be enjoyable, and who says growing old can't be done with a bit of flair?

Birthdays come around faster as we age, and despite quirky gifts from relatives, they should be memorable. At least they provide a valid excuse for any wild behavior.