Andy D Posted December 8, 2013 (edited) Lately I have noticed a number of "senior citizen" aged AFOL's. In the USA, AARP (American Association for Retired People) defines a "senior citizen" as over 50. On Eurobricks it seems to me that the majority of AFOL's are between 20 to at most 40 maybe mostly 30-something. Some younger, some older. I have also noticed a number who (like me) seem a little older, maybe 50-70. Eurobricks has a title/badge to recognize our ladies, how about some recognition for us seniors? If you' re "older than dirt" stand up and tell us who you are. I'll go first... Hi, I'm Andy and I'm older than dirt! (68, much dirt here!) And I still enjoy building with LEGO! There I've said it, I feel better, whew, big load off my shoulders. Andy D Edited December 8, 2013 by Andy D Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
eurotrash Posted December 8, 2013 I'm in.... I remember when dirt first turned up. And the only MOCs we built were of the freakin' pyramids. Eurotrash, Aged 53 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
monsinjor Posted December 8, 2013 I am not that old, I'm 31, but... I am so happy for you guys, my wish is that when and if I reach your ages, I'll be like you, creative and into Lego. Big respect from cold Croatia,. Big respect! :thumbup: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
eurotrash Posted December 8, 2013 It's a thread about ancient AFOLs and Monsinjor turns up with his Grim Reaper avatar - very funny! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
monsinjor Posted December 8, 2013 Haha, funny indded, I didn0t realize it. But you guys have the pass, don't worry. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andy D Posted December 8, 2013 Haha, funny indded, I didn0t realize it. But you guys have the pass, don't worry. Whew! Getting worried there when the Grim Reaper showed up. Glad he is giving us a pass. Andy D Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dr_spock Posted December 9, 2013 We have CARP in Canada. Now get off my Lego lawn. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andy D Posted December 9, 2013 Where are all the old guys and gals (excuse me men and women)? I know you're out here! Now come in here. Tell us who you are. Andy D Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Freddy Bricker Posted December 9, 2013 I'm nowhere near your ages, but I do like the idea of recognizing those of age around you. Hope you get some recognition, and why hasn't Historian commented here yet? He made a pretty interesting comment in the "starting out, how do I explain being an AFOL to non Lego Fans" thread, Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andy D Posted December 10, 2013 Only 2 of us willing to stand up! I know you are out there! I know there are more than 2 of us in the over 50 club. Come on, who / where are you? Andy D Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Scorpiox Posted December 10, 2013 I turned fifty-one in October, so I guess that puts me in your category. Not sure that I'd like a great big sign advertising how old and withered I am, though. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andy D Posted December 10, 2013 I turned fifty-one in October, so I guess that puts me in your category. Not sure that I'd like a great big sign advertising how old and withered I am, though. Thanks for joining us... As long as you look down to see the grass, not up to see grass from below you are not too old. As long as I can stack bricks on top of each other I am not too old. Just label me... Still stacking bricks! Andy D Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
eurotrash Posted December 10, 2013 I'm digging the new badge! I'm grateful it wasn't a Bus Pass, or a Rocking Chair, or an enlarged Prostate, or a Graybeard, and especially glad it's not Monsinjor's Grim Reaper.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andy D Posted December 10, 2013 (edited) OK "Old Timers"! Step up and join the club and you will get (I hope) a bright and shiney "Old Timers" badge (I think). BTW: Thanks to whoever gave us the shiney, new "Old Timers" badge. Andy D Edited December 11, 2013 by Andy D Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Scorpiox Posted December 11, 2013 Oh wow, that's brilliant! I love it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dr_spock Posted December 11, 2013 OK "Old Timers"! Step up and join the club and you will get (I hope) a bright and shiney "Old Timers" badge (I think). BTW: Thanks to whoever gave us the shiney, new "Old Timers" badge. Andy D I think that might be Fugazi. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andy D Posted December 11, 2013 Our "Old Timers" club does not seem to be growing. I guess there are only three of use here on Eurobricks... Kind of makes it an exclusive club! But it shouldn't be! Just kidding, how about it? Step up (LEGO Historian?) and other of the more senior (age wise) LEGO builders. I still like my shiney new "Old Timers" badge and I wear it proudly and I will. As long as I can stack bricks! Andy D Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dr_spock Posted December 11, 2013 I'm still too young to join the Old Timers (not quite 50 yet). Although every year it is getting harder and harder to see those tiny parts that fall on the floor. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Legogal Posted December 11, 2013 Yup, your eyes are not the only part that goes....just wait! Badge looks great to me! Count me in....many, many years ago! First grandchild on the way for next year, so my Duplos will come out of the closet for sure! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ridge Montante Posted December 12, 2013 Cool little badge guys. I look forward to getting one in 20 years. Lol. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fugazi Posted December 12, 2013 I think that might be Fugazi. Indeed, but blame thank CorneliusMurdock for the tag concept. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CorneliusMurdock Posted December 12, 2013 Indeed, but blame thank CorneliusMurdock for the tag concept. You did all the work, Foog. So you should get all the blame thanks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andy D Posted December 12, 2013 (edited) You did all the work, Foog. So you should get all the blame thanks. Indeed, but blame thank CorneliusMurdock for the tag concept. Sounds like the thanks is going back an forth. Since you can't agree, I say thanks to the both of you for the shiny new "Old Timers" badge. Now we just need to attract more members. Andy D Edited December 12, 2013 by Andy D Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Plastic Nurak Posted December 14, 2013 Andy D is so old that when he was a child he made buildings out of stone because was the only element available in that time. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites