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30+ GAF. Get in here and yell at this cloud on my lawn.
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I must be getting on, because my eyes can't de-fuzz those pictures.
Ha. Fair enough.
Kung Fu Jedi
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Gave up soda and caffeine two months or so back and it was rough for the first few weeks. Now I barely notice. For awhile though, I was falling asleep in my office at the end of the day and could barely stay awake in the commute home. It was brutal, but I think I've broken the addiction now.
BolognaSoup
Member
I have trouble getting up too but I think it's primarily from going to bed too late and both of those are primarily due to hating my job. I have no trouble getting up on the weekends so...
Horseticuffs
Full werewolf off the buckle
Seriously? Hell man, happy birthday! In my mind making it that long in this world is worthy of some respect, so way to go.
Gorechylde
Member
Turned 26 last week. My daughter will be 9 months old Wednesday. Decided to shake things up a bit and pick up wet-shaving. Maiden voyage was Saturday. I removed my 5 year beard and cutt my face to pieces. I prefer the old man's way of doing things. My 30's will be glorious.
Horseticuffs
Full werewolf off the buckle
I find it easier than ever. I usually get up at 7am to power walk the 2.8 miles to the bus stop which gets me the rest of the way to work. I could catch a later bus but I kinda like getting to work 3 hours early, as it gives me time to drink free coffee and chill on GAF.
I'm in the best shape of my life nowadays though, even if that isn't saying much yet. Have you thought that maybe you get too much sleep? I get about 5-6 hours a night, and if I get more I have a terrible time waking up.
My thirties are going well here. The end of my awful marriage and living healthfully have helped me build my cofidence and mental and physical strength.
I got married at 22 and was a dad shortly thereafter, but I feel I was still just a boy until very recently. Don't get me wrong, I've always been an involved dad, but I went straight from my mom taking care of me to my wife doing so. I never really learned what it meant to be a man, so I'm learning a lot about myself in my thirties.
Never too old to grow, kid-GAF.
ReBurn
Gold Member
I get up easier now than I did when I was younger. I fall asleep easier, too. It took a long time to get out of the 4 hours of sleep per night rhythm I was in after college.
These days I can fall asleep at about 10 pm and get up at 6 am feeling great. It's pretty nice.
I still stay up too late playing video games sometimes.
These days I can fall asleep at about 10 pm and get up at 6 am feeling great. It's pretty nice.
I still stay up too late playing video games sometimes.
WanderingWind
Mecklemore Is My Favorite Wrapper
Yeah, now waking up past 6-7am even on weekends feels like lost time. Direct correlation to me not really doing the bar thing any longer, me thinks.
POWERSPHERE
Member
I'm just hitting this now, where I actually like falling asleep instead of dreading it. Weird feeling but I really like it. Also to the OP, good on you for getting the balls to do what you want. I've done it in the last 4 years to do music and direct film full time and it's quite hard, and at times I dream of a normal job, but stick with it as time only gets spent in one direction.
I'm 32. Yesterday I found out my firstborn child will be a boy and also proposed to my girlfriend. Very exciting times, I had a good time in my 20's but the meaningful stuff is happening now. I'm learning to appreciate family and friends much more. Also, I only drink scotch, it's fucking classy.
38 next month checking in!
I read through a lot of this thread, and it's so nice to see GAF members just chilling for change, and not taking a thread so seriously.
I have no problem with "getting older" now. Probably because my girlfriend, and I, both look ten years younger than the late 30s that we are. It's an awesome blessing now, but man, that made my life hell in my early twenties. I remember trying to by beer (I was newly tuned 21) and straight up getting refused by the liquor store owner, because he did not believe I was of age. Happened many times because I looked 15, not 21. Even with a valid ID if they refuse, there's nothing you can do.
I read through a lot of this thread, and it's so nice to see GAF members just chilling for change, and not taking a thread so seriously.
I have no problem with "getting older" now. Probably because my girlfriend, and I, both look ten years younger than the late 30s that we are. It's an awesome blessing now, but man, that made my life hell in my early twenties. I remember trying to by beer (I was newly tuned 21) and straight up getting refused by the liquor store owner, because he did not believe I was of age. Happened many times because I looked 15, not 21. Even with a valid ID if they refuse, there's nothing you can do.
OMG Change your avatar back!
I love that chill vibe. And it's no wonder that some of my favorite posters turn out to be around my age. Shoulda guessed.
I still get carded every once in a while, though one half of my beard is turning grey. I think it looks badass. It's nice to see the expression on people's faces when they find out how old I am. Having some Native American in the blood helped with the crow's feet and cheek bones, I wager.
ReBurn
Gold Member
Gotta support my man Rodimus Prime until he's no longer getting the shaft!
malingenie
Member
Turned 35 a few weeks ago. I am exactly where I wanted to be. No kids, still party, travels always in the horizon, own house, girlfriend that shares these views. 30-35 have definitely been better than 25-30. And I was terrified of becoming 30 for no reason at all!
Welp.... I'll be turning 50 in a couple of months.
Married for 22 years. Got a daughter turning 20 and a son turning 17.
Mentally, I don't feel a whole lot different than when I was in my 20's, and that may be due, in part, to the fact that I still have a lot of friends from that period of my life (even high school).
Physically, I've started to notice.... things. A nap once in awhile is a-okay. It takes me longer to recover from any heavy physical work. On the plus side, I still play pickup hockey and I'm probably playing better than I ever have (thanks to joining a gym last year, probably).
And I seem to get more time to play the vidya games these days. Go figure.
Married for 22 years. Got a daughter turning 20 and a son turning 17.
Mentally, I don't feel a whole lot different than when I was in my 20's, and that may be due, in part, to the fact that I still have a lot of friends from that period of my life (even high school).
Physically, I've started to notice.... things. A nap once in awhile is a-okay. It takes me longer to recover from any heavy physical work. On the plus side, I still play pickup hockey and I'm probably playing better than I ever have (thanks to joining a gym last year, probably).
And I seem to get more time to play the vidya games these days. Go figure.
At least you made the necessary distinction between Rodimus and Rodimus Prime. Vanilla Rodimus was cheez-wiz.
On another note, You dudes in your 40's - 50's. What were you thinking when you signed up for GAF?
Nizz
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I was probably 36 when I signed up about five years ago. I don't know, I guess I was pretty happy to become a member when I was finally approved. Sometimes I do feel old when some people post about their first console and it turns out to be an N64 or something.
I know, right. My brain always gets fuzzy when some kid nostalgias about Pokemon and I have to ask myself what I'm doing here.
I was 33 when I signed up. 36 when I got approved.
BolognaSoup
Member
I don't even remember the whole approval process at all for some reason. It must have been short. What is even involved in getting approved?
GungHo
Single-handedly caused Exxon-Mobil to sue FOX, start World War 3
Wait until you find the ear hair.
ThoughtsOfSpeaking
Banned
Bit of a personal question 30+ GAF but do you feel like yor sex drive has gone down as you have got older (especially the guys 35+)
I don't mind getting older (29 now) but thats the one thing I dread....
I don't mind getting older (29 now) but thats the one thing I dread....
I wouldn't worry too much about it. As long as you are not depressed and relatively healthy, there's no reason for your sex drive to decrease.
This is coming from a 37 year old who's been single for 4 years. I got less interested in women/dating, not sex. I'm sure everyone has different circumstances, though.
Yeah,that remember me this quote from Mark Twain;" Age is an issue of mind over matter. If you don't mind, it doesn't matter."
Turning 26 in October,I´m close.
wolfmat
Confirmed Asshole
So I went out dancing with friends on the weekend, and afterwards, I remarked that I thought my dancing was kinda weird, but my friends said I was fishing for compliments and that the chicks eyed me all the time. feelsgood.gif I'm not dead yet, I guess. I'll ignore the clouds on the lawn for a couple of days.
Mine was tied more to my weight/health than my age. As I got heavier, my desire/stamina went to shit .. now that I got back in shape, it's went right back to where it always has been.
pr0cs
Member
I just turned 40. I'd like to say that my 30s were great but they weren't. I wasted a large part of my 30s being addicted to gaming. So much so that I nearly destroyed my marriage. It drove a huge wedge between my wife and I and it still surprises me that we even managed to have kids. Having kids reminded me what it was like to enjoy life but I had done so much damage to my body (eating poorly, drinking too much, next to zero exercise) that I started having a lot more health issues. I had high cholesterol, really bad digestive issues and had my first episodes with gout that introduced me to a new concept of what real physical pain can be like.
By the time I finally dug myself out of my gaming addictions I was fat, depressed, angry, disconnected from my spouse and disillusioned from my job.
In my late 30s I started exercising, lost around 25 pounds, spending a lot more time with my kids. I still have that huge hole when you kick an addiction and wonder what to put in it's place. I'm going to counselling with my wife and promised myself that I will not waste my 40s and that I'm going to do everything I can to make up for what I lost.
TL&DR : do not waste your life, if you need help ask for it, your family will always be the most important thing that you take for granted
By the time I finally dug myself out of my gaming addictions I was fat, depressed, angry, disconnected from my spouse and disillusioned from my job.
In my late 30s I started exercising, lost around 25 pounds, spending a lot more time with my kids. I still have that huge hole when you kick an addiction and wonder what to put in it's place. I'm going to counselling with my wife and promised myself that I will not waste my 40s and that I'm going to do everything I can to make up for what I lost.
TL&DR : do not waste your life, if you need help ask for it, your family will always be the most important thing that you take for granted
Host Samurai
Member
Im 28 and feel old as shit. I will be joining you guys.
HamPster PamPster
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I'm squeaking into this thread at the ripe old age of 30. Anyway I have a question I've been meaning to make into a thread but I'll ask it here: Has anyone made new friends after 30 / as an adult? (With people who aren't co-workers)
I'm married with a kid but have no friends. I drifted away from my friends in college after I left (same story with high school) and haven't really made any new ones since. Part of it was just working full time, going to grad school and having a kid all at the same time but those years are behind me now. The kid is older, more independent, I have a good career and I recently moved across the country for a new job.
My wife is always talking with her friends, the kid is already making new friends at the new school, and I'm... well I'm reading A Hundred Thousand Kingdoms because its going to be on the next episode of the cruncheons.
Feels like I'm missing out but I'm not sure of what. I was never a social person to begin with (my now wife asked me out). Maybe I should just enjoy a quiet life
Amusing anecdote: my kid has more steam friends then me! And they aren't even allowed to do more then type a few pleasantries (no voice chat). Feels bad man
Anyway just thinking out loud. I'm both excited and depressed about my 30s
I'm married with a kid but have no friends. I drifted away from my friends in college after I left (same story with high school) and haven't really made any new ones since. Part of it was just working full time, going to grad school and having a kid all at the same time but those years are behind me now. The kid is older, more independent, I have a good career and I recently moved across the country for a new job.
My wife is always talking with her friends, the kid is already making new friends at the new school, and I'm... well I'm reading A Hundred Thousand Kingdoms because its going to be on the next episode of the cruncheons.
Feels like I'm missing out but I'm not sure of what. I was never a social person to begin with (my now wife asked me out). Maybe I should just enjoy a quiet life
Amusing anecdote: my kid has more steam friends then me! And they aren't even allowed to do more then type a few pleasantries (no voice chat). Feels bad man
Anyway just thinking out loud. I'm both excited and depressed about my 30s
JeTmAn81
Member
Do you mind sharing a bit more about how gaming addiction took shape in your life? Though I wouldn't say I'm addicted, sometimes I struggle to balance that kind of thing with the needs of my wife and the rest of my life in general.
Deauxma. Google it
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I'm an expert
Formerly worldrevolution. The only reason I am nice to anyone else is to avoid being banned.
Only game early in the morning or late at night, never when your kids or wife are up or around.
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ZombieFred
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Nothing wrong with that, as long as it's not jail bait then you should enjoy going with your inner youthful persona. I have to say that this thread is very peaceful and relaxing to see so many people older than me, with a whole diversity of ages, that are still big gaming enthusiasts and enjoy the same stuff on here. It's cool to see the gaf-clan all enjoy same hobbies and are on the same level with everybody, no matter what differences there are.
the_log_ride
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Subscribed. I like the climate in this thread.
31 here. Already feeling old and decrepit, despite looking in my mid 20s. I have a pretty decent job and I can see where I'm going in the short term, but long-term I don't know if I'll still enjoy what I do. Relationship-wise, I'm pretty happy. No kids, can't see myself wanting kids for at least another few years; may be an issue for my ladyfriend and we'll have that talk soon.
@Cousteau, I dig. I don't know if it's the Facebook generation or what, but they are SO down for it, too. Fortunately, it's mind over dick for me now; I imagine an actual relationship with these girls is an impossibility, due to conflicting interests/insufferable personalities.
@Cousteau, I dig. I don't know if it's the Facebook generation or what, but they are SO down for it, too. Fortunately, it's mind over dick for me now; I imagine an actual relationship with these girls is an impossibility, due to conflicting interests/insufferable personalities.
Suburban_Nooblet
Banned
I was getting ready to say something like this, but you nailed it... just a good climate. I'm 27, married 4 years, own our home, 2 cars, 3 cats , 0 kids (we are CBC, childless by choice)
I feel old and young at the same time. We party like rock stars but become professionals during the day. I love the life we have crafted and I welcome my 30's!
I've found the my daily commutes to/from work are my best "gaming" time so I bought a Vita (also have smartphone for touch-friendly games). My oldest son is almost six and he is getting into games so we usually have 20-30 minutes of gaming time after dinner before he goes do bed... after he has done his reading, homework, cleaning up, etc. It works okay for me but obviously his gaming preferences don't match up exactly with mine, it's still good fun though and it's pretty awesome when he tells his friends that I'm super duper amazing at video games. ;-)
I'll occasionally play games later in the evening after my wife goes to sleep, but I find more often than not I'm pretty tired as well.
ThoughtsOfSpeaking
Banned
thanks..I know it sounds weird, but even if im not getting none, I still like to think its still there.
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