As the owner and creator of Old Age Comics, I always believe the best humor is already living around us. It’s not concealed in huge shows or big tales. It is happily seated on porches, strolls through farmers markets, waits in doctor’s offices, sings in choir rooms, laughs by a cup of tea. I wanted to make a set of 20 grandmother laughs that are warm, familiar, respectful and have life in them. My aim was to let people know that age does not mean loss of enjoyment. It is about the enjoyment of the simple things, the strife of the little things becoming smiles.
#1. Porch Sitting Is Advanced Outdoor Observation
The first idea occurred to me as I strolled through the neighborhood, and spotted a grandmother sitting on her porch like a queen ruling over her kingdom. She saw clouds, birds, squirrels, dogs passing by and how people parked their cars. The porch comic was an idea that occurred to me at that moment. I made it to demonstrate that rest is not a waste. Sitting quietly in the midst of turmoil is observation, wisdom and peaceful living. The good news is that taking a break can enable us to experience life in a richer way.
#2. Puzzles, Patience, and One Tiny Missing Piece
The puzzle comic was inspired by a visit to a sweet living room, where a grandmother had pieces of a puzzle spread across the table. She was quite serious and patient; she was just a little mistrustful of all the blues. In the middle of the discussion, she told me about puzzles and how they keep her mind occupied and at the same time tests her patience in an amusing manner. I made this comic for the glory of mental acuity, tame hobbies, and the satisfaction of completing a task in bits and pieces.
#3. Rescuing Pre-Loved Treasures With Excellent Stories
The pre-loved treasures comic has been inspired by a grand mother I met in the vicinity of a thrift shop. The lady was able to see beauty in lamps, teacups, old books and cardigans where others couldn’t. She didn’t refer to it as shopping. She used it as a means of saving memories. I produced this comic as a result of older female folks usually have a discerning flavor that, in fact, originates from experience. The idea being that value doesn’t necessarily come in new, bright, high dollar packages.
#4. Movie Night, Better Snacks, and Premium Relaxation
I got the movie night comic from a grandmother who told me that it’s more important to be comfortable than to act like you’re uncomfortable. Her movie setup was a blanket, snacks, a chair and the remote close enough to not cause any undue effort. That’s when I got the idea to do a comic of entertainment with standards. I developed it to demonstrate that folks learn what they really enjoy once they get to older age. The message is that comfort, rest, and personal choice are all to be respected.
#5. Farmers Market Wisdom With Flowers and Exact Change
The farmers market comic began when I walked through the market one sunny morning amidst all the fruits, flowers and herbs and the happy chatter. I witnessed a grandmother putting great care into selecting a fruit or vegetable as though she were making a life decision. With pride she spoke of freshness, exact change and prices. This comic is a celebration of independence and confidence in daily life. The good news is that it’s possible to have purposeful adventures in the simplest of routines.
#6. Cat Therapy, Silent Authority, and a Stolen Chair
The cat comic was from a house visit where it was obvious that the cat was in charge of the house. The cat perched in the first class seat, and took affection as and when she felt like it, while the grandmother sat placidly. She laughed about the pets becoming family managers. I made this comic because at any age, it is important to have someone to be with you. The moral of the story is that love can be silent, pettish, difficult and yet profoundly healing.
#7. Rainy Days, Warm Tea, and Wisdom With Steam
The reason for the rainy day comic was that a grandmother was sitting in her window, drinking her tea, watching the rain. Though the weather didn’t disappoint her. She had transformed it into something that meant she could lie down, read, and not do the chores that were outside. This comic was made to illustrate that even on days when it’s quiet, there is peace. The good news is that you don’t have to have a lot to do on every day for it to be worthwhile.
#8. Dessert Is Not a Guilty Pleasure
This dessert comic is a byproduct of a sweetly sweet talk at a small café. A grandmother said it to me that dessert doesn’t have to have a special occasion, it has a life occasion. She was free from guilting up about the treat and felt confident that she was doing just fine. This is a comic I made to honor the joy, sweetness and self-kindness of being harmless. The point is that there is wisdom in life if we can learn it from the wisdom of age. Do not apologize for simple pleasures.
#9. Neighborhood Inspections With Four Paws and Comfortable Shoes
It all began in the park with a small dog walking a doggy grandma, as an enthusiastic neighborhood inspector. She brought the sweets and the sense, the dog brought joy. They walked slowly and socially and were filled with little discoveries. To demonstrate and illustrate how pets provide a connection to the world for seniors, I made this comic. The good news is that walking with a companion can make walking special.
#10. Antique Shopping, Real Craftsmanship, and Timeless Stories
The comic about antique shopping was inspired by an antique shop I visited, that sold teapots, mirrors, brooches, clocks and furniture with history. It was not that a grandmother was tired, but instead because she valued every object’s story as she slowly walked through the aisles. I made this comic to illustrate that sometimes the old gets better in terms of craft, memory and beauty. The meaning of the message is to have patience teaches us to see more.
#11. Water Aerobics Is Exercising Intelligently
The water aerobics comic is based upon a community pool where grandmothers enjoyed dancing while defying warm water, floating noodles and strong opinions. They were walking, talking, stretching and helping each other out. I developed this comic as fitness doesn’t mean it has to be hardcore in order to be meaningful. The good news is that good exercise is not necessarily hard, miserable and solitary.
#12. Karaoke Confidence and Creative Freedom at Any Age
The Karaoke Comic is a product of an energetic evening, with a grandmother fearlessly singing the mic. She didn’t strive for perfection. She loved to make the room smile, listen to music and be happy. This comic is a celebration of courage and self-expression. The message is that old age should not be a reason to not have a personality. People can still be uplifted by a happy voice, even if it’s a little flat.
#13. Bowling Night Is Mature Athletic Theater
The beginning of the bowling comic was a grandmother at a bowling alley taking each ball as a serious athletic event. She stretched out, criticized the lane if necessary and enjoyed herself with humor while celebrating each score. I decided to make this comic to demonstrate that playfulness won’t go into retirement! One of the good things is that games are not all about winning. They’re all about friendship, movement, laughter and involvement.
#14. Pottery, Crooked Vases, and Mud With Purpose
The pottery comic originated in a craft shop where a grandmother worked with clay, muddy hands and a smile on her face. There were some tipped over bowls and some odd shaped vases, but she sensed personality in all the pieces. I made this comic because I believe that creativity is even stronger when folks drop the quest for perfection. The message is that it’s good to the spirit to make something with your hands.
#15. Home Repair Is Household Leadership With a Screwdriver
The home repair comic was based on a grandmother who had a knack for tools. She measured, planned, watched the tutorials and acted like the project manager of the house. I used to make that comic to debunk the notion that old women can’t take care of themselves. The good news is that with experience comes confidence and practical wisdom is worthy of respect.
#16. Museum Visits, Quiet Rooms, and Intellectual Exercise
The museum comic is a product of a peaceful afternoon in an art gallery. A grandmother stopped before paintings and statues to gaze at them. The art, the silence, the benches and the air-conditioning were all loved by her equally. I made this comic to demonstrate that culture is thought-provoking and funny. The idea is curiosity does not end at any age.
#17. Line Dancing Is Joy Wearing Boots
The line dancing comic began with people clapping and laughing and music in a community hall. Moving carefully but proudly, enjoying each step and every turn was a grandmother. She didn’t want to impress anybody. She was only enjoying herself enjoying life. This comic was created for people to celebrate moving, rhythm and confidence. The good news is that dancing is a happy, healthy and social activity all in one!
#18. Camping With Coffee, Real Chairs, and Seasoned Adventure
The comic about camping was given to me by a grand mother who was fond of nature but not of suffering. She wanted some real coffee, and proper chair and a warm blanket, and comfortable tent. I wrote this comic because adventures change as you grow but don’t go away. The message is to have outdoor fun, but smarter.
#19. Choir Practice, Shared Joy, and Wisdom in Melody
A choir comic was created from a grandmother singing with some friends. She marched confidently and danced to the rhythm and still smiled even if she was a little ‘off’ with her notes. The room was very much a place of belonging. I made this comic to demonstrate that joy can be shared, and that it is powerful. There is a positive message in it, that music brings people together, allows them to be more confident, and to know that their voice counts.
#20. Pickleball Is Competitive Fellowship With Comfortable Shoes
The pickleball comic was inspired by watching a grandmother playing pickleball with bright clothes, a paddle and a sparkle in her eye. She laughed, she moved, she missed shots, she celebrated points and she enjoyed the advice of her friends. This comic was made because it’s important to stay active, which can also help you stay social. The point is that old people don’t lose energy. It’s just a richer tale to tell.
The 20 grandmother laughs have been developed with kindness, humor and respect for the senior women. Old Age Comics is not about making fun of aging. It’s about exposing the humorous aspects of life in good taste. Each comic has a little message of hope in it that older persons still dream, make, compete, sleep, love, study and laugh. I would like the reader to feel happy, recall a person they love and to know that old age does not mean the end of fun. It’s the place where the best jokes ultimately come true. For more, feel free visit the links here and here.
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