I didn't see it but would have loved to read that he learned to cook instead of directing his wife to accommodate his changing tastes!

That’s hilarious! I’ll bet he’s one of those guys who gets married within six months of a wife’s death.

And on a practical note, our tastbuds die over time and do not regenerate as quickly as we age. The ones that register sweet are the last to go, which does seem to explain why old people prefer desserts. My mother at 91 has complained for years that nothing tastes good to her any more., and my elderly relatives say the same. Ice cream, with its creamy texture and sweet taste is now one of her favorite foods. I can’t ever remember eating it as a child except at birthday parties or from a shop or ice cream truck; we never had it at home because she didn’t care for it then.

My folks are both at the end of their 80s. Cooking is a huge challege for my mom. She's sooo over it! They love going out to eat. Mom has discovered a few new recipes. One being cornish hens. Dad HATES them. Or at least he isn't a fan as often as she chooses to make them!!! They still like pizza. Without seeing the article I would have a few other questions. Maybe it's not taste buds after all. Maybe it's just boredome with same ole same ole!!!!

I have found that as my siblings age they are spending less time doing more physically challenging activities and concentrating more and more on food related activities.

I am 62 still work 10 hours a day, clean my own home, care for 2 dogs, love to garden, and am renovating my home. My siblings are all retired. The younger retirees are still somewhat active, but do have more time on their hands and have focused their energy largely on cooking. The older siblings were similar, but as mobility and other age related limitations occur I see them spending even more time on food related activities.

They planned a group trip last year to drive the Philadelphia to eat lunch at some fancy restaurant. I was working and wouldn't have gone even if I wasn't working. Drive 2 hours to have lunch and then drive back! Better things to do with my time. (They picked lunch so they wouldn't have to drive on the freeway after dark.)

I love funny, inspiring, uplifting stories about aging. There are plenty of down sides and sadnesses to be found, but one of the things life has taught me is that we are responsible for our own happiness, whether that be focusing on things we love to do or choosing the people we want around us, and a willingness to embrace new interests.

Lucille, +1 😁

If you want some aging inspiration go see Mick Jagger who is running all over the stage at 80. They are about halfway the their tour.

He credits good genes and a lifetime love of physical activity through his father who was a physical education teacher. Also doesn’t hurt to be very wealthy and have access to the best support staff for health.