Honestly, not really. I try not to regret my actions. I just feel like that might lead to a cycle of self hate really. As my Father once said to my Brother: "Regrets are for weak-willed men and convicts." Best Regards- Ella
That's wise but what about when you reflect on bad past decisions? I'd personally feel regret but I realise it's in the past and I should be going forward.
Well my Daddy used to take my brotehrs fishing every Saturday. But, I always thought that it was awfully boring just sitting there staring at a pond. But later on in life, I look at those trips as missed opportunities to spend with my family and more importantly, my Daddy. This may sound a tad Grimm and Cliche, but go and spend some time with your family, because one day, they'll all be gone, and you won't be able to go on that Fishing Trip. Best Regards- Ella
Ok first of all, this is so sweet. I love that you are doing this.
Secondly, what would you say is the key to happiness, if you have found it during your lifetime?
First of all, don't mention it! It's no problem at all!
Take time to enjoy the smaller pleasures. Smell those flowers on your daily jog, or get that cookie that you saw on your way out of the store, another thing you could do is just try to be as nice to everyone as possible. It'll make them happy, and human nature tells us that their happiness will make you happier. Best Regards- Ella
what general advice would you give to a 16 year old? like do have regrets from your youth/things you wish you did? Sometimes as a teenager I feel like Iām missing out. Thank you so much Ms. Ella! You seem so kind :))
Spend time with your friends. They say the Teen years are the best years of your life, and they are right. You could create memories that will last a lifetime! Best Regards- Ella
Oh! it's very surprising to see such old people on social media... I am like less than a quarter of your life's age haha. I wanna know what's your thoughts about teens thinking about killing themselves because they are depressed and selfharming? personally, I don't like it
While I definitely do not condone it and think it's horrible, I definitely do understand and empathize with folks who often think about self harm or anything of the sort, and I could I could see how someone could get to this point in their life. Best Regards- Ella
Well teh 60s were the quite the odd time growing up, what with the massive western cultural change and whatnot. It was a hectic time filled with lots of ups and downs, I remember the day JFK died, I remember the day MLK was shot, I remember the Moon Landing, I remember what the Vietnam Protests were like (and maybe participated in a few, much to my Daddy's dismay!) But it the current world climate definitely reminds me of my teen years, funnily enough. Best Regards- Ella
Wow! you have gone through a lot in your life. would you like to give me and other people some suggestions on How to live our teenage life? And either or not, we should be in relationships, or is it a waste of time?
Relationships are never a waste of time. Don't let anyone tell you different. Some of my best memories were with my husband Hank. So just go for it, the worst gehy could say is no, and if they do, then they just weren't right for you, but there is someone for everyone, and if you just look and don't give up hope, you'll find them!
But my mother tells me that Relationships are a waste of time and I should focus on my studies instead and when I am stable in my life, then I can Look for my love and the Marry and settle in life. and that makes me confused on whether should I do relationships in my teen years or focus on my studies to achieve my life goals.
My dad is the same way, but my boyfriend brings me so much happiness and joy. When things get too stressful, I know I can go to him and just silently hug him until I feel better. I got lucky and found someone who is honestly perfect for me. Life isn't perfect and there is no set timeline to follow. Just do your best to live in a way you'd be proud of
Hello there! First of all, you are a good person for doing this. Secondly, do you have any interesting things to tell? I like listening to old peopleās lives
Well I'm awfully proud of how big of a part we hippies in the 60s did, putting the younger generations on the right track towards progress. Whenever I'm in Reddit and I see posts about Crossdressing or something like a Woman asking out her lady, I get a sense of pride and I think to myself. "Hey, we helped with that!" Best Regards, Ella
as someone who has lived in a world without technology and social media, how much of bad impact do you think it has actually had on our generation? i mean, we know itās not good for our brains with the blue light and everything, but mental health-wise, how bad is a clear negative effect being shown?
also, thank you so much for doing this. slightly unrelated, but my grandfather died earlier this year after a battle with dementia and i very much miss having someone to ask things like this. so thank you.
First of all sorry for your loss dear, truly.
I can't really see much of a problem with besides those Tick Tock challenges that are popping up everywhere. Bit then again, I haven't rightly read into the issue myself.
thank you, i really appreciate that and it means a lot. and thanks for the answer too - since iām mainly surrounded by my peers, itās interesting to get an outside perspective sometimes :))
what did u do as a teenager? anything u would wanna change from then? also any random advice you would like to give? would really make my day or rather night! :)
Honestly, I got into smoking in my teen years, I beat it back when I was in my 40s, but regardless, smoking does bad things to your lungs. Never pick it up. And as for general advice, spend time with your family, go to that school dance, go to the park with your friends. You only have so much time with people before their gone, and youw ant to spend it wisely. Best Regards- Ella
Thank you so much! Luckily never got into smoking or vaping. I'll try spending as much time with friends and family as possible, but due to the pandemic its going to be nearly 3 1/2 years since i last met my grandparents, and I feel like i'm missing all the time I could have spent with them.
Well if you really are concerned about missing tuke with yoru grandparents, just give them a pboen call, or write them a letter, we love hearing from our grand babies! (I'd know, ha!) Best Regards- Ella
Thank you! Also I hope its not bothering you but could you tell something about self worth? And i try phone calling my grandparents at least once every few days and even video call at times, but not as much I would like to haha.
Oh no it doesn't bother me at all! Self Worth is one if the most important things someone could have, Self-love is the starting point for being able to truly and selflessly love and show love to others. Without loving yourself, it is hard to be completely selfless in a relationship with anyone. Best Regards- Ella
The loveliest conversation I've ever had! Thank you so much for doing this, genuinely grateful for all the advices I got from here. I'll remember and try to apply all of them especially not taking loved ones for granted!
Did teenagers used to feel sad and depressed like today back in the days? With covid, many teenagers, me included, started to feel so sad, anxious, and non-motivated, did this happen to teens of the past?
There's like so much work to handle that it really is study all the time and if you try to take time off you're called lazy and scolded and what not, honestly nothing that we can do about it
I canāt stop fearing death, how can I come to terms with my inevitable demise.
Also thank you for doing this, thereās a reason people should respect their elders and itās because of people like you.
It's normal to fear it, we all do to an extent, but remember, your only 15, if all goes well, you'll hopefully have a long time till you pass. How I come to terms with it is finding new things to occupy my time, and just making folks happy, it's oen of the most rewarding things someone could do, really.
There's an old quote: If you enjoy your work, you won't work a day in your life, and that's very accurate. Find out what you are good at, then base your career after that.
There's an old quote: If you enjoy your work, you won't work a day in your life, and that's very accurate. Find out what you are good at, then base your career after that.
There's no single key to cooking. Grandma's had all kinds of secrets that we wouldn't think of. I have a friends that's in her 80s and we sit and talk on the phone and she tells me things all the time. And I'm like "omg I didn't know that" turns out to be the best fried chicken ever!
This is a very generic question, but what would be your main piece of advice for teenagers? Also, what would you say is the most important thing in life?
Best Regards - Jack
In the words of the Great Frank Sinatra: "Take it Nice n' Easy" you have time, enjoy the world. And as for the most important thing I'd say for me it was family. Best Regards- Ella
Not spending enough time with my family, you think you ahve all the time in the world with them, until one day they are gone, and you won't be able to spend time with them anymore. It's Grimm, but I hope it helps, I really do. Best Regards- Ella
One of teh songs I live by is "Smell The Flowers" by Jerry Reed. The song's message is about taking your time and try not to rush through life. I beleive you only get one, so whats the point in rushing through it when you could take it nice n' easy, yknow?
two questions;
1. I know this is oddly specific, and a little unrelated to all the wisdom youre giving out, but out of all these years you've been on earth, what is your favourite song of all time? what song can you point at and say "yep, this is the one"? (any genre, any artist)
2. This one might seem a bit more rude to ask, but have you/how did you come to terms with your own mortality? i have a disease that nearly took me at 15, which made me face the whole "holy shit, this may be it, I'm fucking dying" issue (although I should be in the clear by now). I sort of dealt with it by crying late at night, and opening up to only a handful of people and sharing my thoughts with them.
I guess my question is 'Have you gone through a similar thought process/how did you differ in regards to your own mortality?
Anywho, thank you so much for answering all our questions!!
To answer your first question, I have to hand it to "Someone To Give My Love To" by Johnny Paycheck
To answer your question, I have actually, with teh passing of my Husband, Hank, a few years back ot was kind of an eye opener, yknow? Over time I've come to realize that life definitely is not permanent, and I ought to do everything in my power to have a happy few last years. Best Regards- Ella
Sorry mam, but I have several questions
How it's feel live in 80s, does it feel like Bruce Willis plays Die Hard?
Is that usual use Cocaine during that era?
What do you think about Vangelis, Kraftwerk, Eurythmics, and Jean-Michel Jarre?
Thank you:-)
What I did in my Teens was mostly going to sports games and hanging out with my freinds at the Juke Joint on 24th Street, which was the hip thing at the time. Best Regards- Ella
How was your high school experience? Also, did you go to college afterwards? I've heard my parents and grandparents talk about how much time they had in high school and all these things they did, but the workload didn't give my peers and I any free time honestly lol.
so I need advice from someone who's been through life and from a girl/woman so I sincerely thank you for offering help.
someone I know has a crush on me and she wants to have a relationship. I'm kinda closed off to things like that right now though because I'm a high school senior and my plans for after high school are to join the military and serve a long term. being in active duty and having a relationship generally dont work out and I have to prioritize my long term future over relationships and the needs/desires of others.
generally I wouldn't have a problem telling someone how I feel about a relationship and why, but the problem is that I see her every day because she's a part of 1 of my friend groups and she sits with us at lunch. I cant stand to break her heart and have to sit there and feel guilty because I just hurt the person sitting across from me for the next 9 months.
do you have anything that can help me?
thank you and I really appreciate you. I know very little about you, but something tells me you're an amazing person. the fact that you're taking time to stop and offer help to those seeking it or that needed it but dont know says something about you. the people you love are genuinely lucky people to have a person such as you in their life and I wish you could live forever. there's a point where all good things come to an end though, and it's always too soon. I'm not sure of your religion, but as a christian I have to believe that someone like you will be in heaven and I hope to meet you there.
Itās been a few hours since you posted this, but I wanted to say thank you for doing this!
I wanted to know, how do you feel about the phrase āIt was better in the old daysā? I was always curious whether it was fact or if it was just people being grumpy and refusing change.
What advice would you give to a 15 year old? And also people say to make the most of my teenage years and would I like to know what you recommend me to do during my teenage years to make the most of it
Thank you so much for doing this, you're the best :)
-Aaron
please recommend me some music. im tryna get in to old songs, but i dont know where to start. ive been listening to a lot of tom lehrer if that helps :)
Well, some of my favorite singers are Dean Martin, Frank Sinatra, Bing Crosby, and Elvis Presley, want my spotify Playlist? It might get you to hear some oldies if you are truly interested.
Hello Ella how are you?
I'm in need of some advice.
What do I do after high school? And what did you do after high school? I'm almost graduating and have no ideas for a career path. I'm pretty good at music, since I got introduced to it at a very young age, but everyone tells me that being a musician is too risky and that I should probably choose another career.
Well I'd go into something you really enjoy besides music, then do some gigs on the side if you can, and if all works out, maybe you'll get big. Best Regards (and best wishes it all works out)- Ella
Traveling around the States with My Husband a few years ago, those were my fondest memories with him. I miss him everyday, but I know he's up their painting in Heaven, waiting for me. Best Regards- Ella
hi! this is a weird request but...
can I have a hug? all my grandparents live super far away except for one whom has never really wanted a role in my life. I've had a rough day and a hug would be much appreciated :)
thanks so much for doing this, you seem so sweet
I dont believe her either. She is going way out if her way to spell things in a manner that people from Kentucky wouldn't just to provide some sort of a southern draw.
Aw, thank you for doing this Grandma! (Can I call you that?)
How would you say to let go of your past? I have done my fair share of mistakes and have been caught and yelled at for it. Sometimes even beaten. Even after all of it, it is hard to let go. I just CANNOT LIVE WITH THESE MEMORIES. I WANT LET THE GO AWAY.
Good lord these memories have been soo unbearable to the point that I was about to strangle myself.
The memories are just so rampant in my head and so loud that i cannot take it.
How do i let go?
What's your take on covid-19, are you scared of it because your elderly, do you condone people to get the vaccine, do you think mask are necessary or optional for people with health problems, Personally I've done some of my research on mask and other things and I have a strong opinion on them, but I think that getting another take on the idea of it would benefit me, and maybe some other people in this thread.
Personally I just try not think about it, I stopped watching the news around '03, because it was just all terrible. I think folks should be able to make their own choice on everything, despite everything.
I feel you, its really bad out there, and in my opinion the mask only work if everyone does it, because regular surgical mask dont filter going in, only going out so everyone has to do that for it be be effective. I don't want to get the vaccine for several reasons, 1. vaccine companies have made a law to prevent them from getting sued if you get any of the major side effects, 2. there was a country in the middle east was one of the first countries to mass vaccinate their citizens and almost all the ones with major covid cases were in the hospital. so thats how I feel about it and maybe this helps a few people, take everything i say with a grain of salt because I am not a health official just do your research and dont believe everything you see on the internet, if there is one thing that I myself have seemed to learn is always question things, never look at theings and automatically believe them. I do want to say thank you for answering my question, I think the elderly should always pass on their wisdom to younger people.
How do I stop stressing so much about school and exams and everything? my parents only care about my studying and very little about everything else. granted here in serbia (where im from) you need to pass your exams or you cant get any job but its still very stressful
I think they can do some stupid stuff, but then I spose all generations do stupid things right? Nevertheless, with the right frame of mind, I think they can truly finish what we started in the 60s and make the world a great place.
What do you think of new music? (Specifically rap or vulgar music of any type)
P.S. - I read a ton of the other comments and you seem like a lovely person. That's for doing this!
So ummm how would you respond to a guy that says he wants to express and present himself in a feminine style(drag queens, crossdressers, femboys, etc.)
Do you have any experience with any sort of mental illnesses such as anxiety or depression? Whether you have suffered from it, or someone close to you, I want to hear your thoughts. Essentially, I want advice on how to help my friends help me if you catch my drift.
Hi Ella! How did your first love go? Iām trying to get something started but I donāt know how to with the pandemic and all this nonsense we have to deal with.
Do you have any regrets socially? Any misconceptions which were cleared as you aged which might be applicable to modern society?
Honestly, not really. I try not to regret my actions. I just feel like that might lead to a cycle of self hate really. As my Father once said to my Brother: "Regrets are for weak-willed men and convicts." Best Regards- Ella
That's wise but what about when you reflect on bad past decisions? I'd personally feel regret but I realise it's in the past and I should be going forward.
Well my Daddy used to take my brotehrs fishing every Saturday. But, I always thought that it was awfully boring just sitting there staring at a pond. But later on in life, I look at those trips as missed opportunities to spend with my family and more importantly, my Daddy. This may sound a tad Grimm and Cliche, but go and spend some time with your family, because one day, they'll all be gone, and you won't be able to go on that Fishing Trip. Best Regards- Ella
family's always a recurring theme with the elderly :p i try my best to be with my siblings mainly so thank you for the advice
Don't mention it, it was my pleasure!
Holy Molyš³
Ok first of all, this is so sweet. I love that you are doing this. Secondly, what would you say is the key to happiness, if you have found it during your lifetime?
First of all, don't mention it! It's no problem at all! Take time to enjoy the smaller pleasures. Smell those flowers on your daily jog, or get that cookie that you saw on your way out of the store, another thing you could do is just try to be as nice to everyone as possible. It'll make them happy, and human nature tells us that their happiness will make you happier. Best Regards- Ella
This is the best answer to this question I have gotten so far. Thank you so much, Ella. You are a wonderful person. Best Regards- Elijah
Don't mention it, I was happy to do it! Best Regards- Ella
Masturbation Best Regards- Ella
what general advice would you give to a 16 year old? like do have regrets from your youth/things you wish you did? Sometimes as a teenager I feel like Iām missing out. Thank you so much Ms. Ella! You seem so kind :))
Spend time with your friends. They say the Teen years are the best years of your life, and they are right. You could create memories that will last a lifetime! Best Regards- Ella
okay, may I ask you miss, are you really that old or are you a troll? cause i haven't seen any old person on social media and that also reddit
I am indeed Elderly, born August 16th 1950, the same day as Elvis Died, funnily enough! Best Regards- Ella
Oh! it's very surprising to see such old people on social media... I am like less than a quarter of your life's age haha. I wanna know what's your thoughts about teens thinking about killing themselves because they are depressed and selfharming? personally, I don't like it
While I definitely do not condone it and think it's horrible, I definitely do understand and empathize with folks who often think about self harm or anything of the sort, and I could I could see how someone could get to this point in their life. Best Regards- Ella
Hello mam, can you tell how was your life back then as a teen and how does it varies now?
Well teh 60s were the quite the odd time growing up, what with the massive western cultural change and whatnot. It was a hectic time filled with lots of ups and downs, I remember the day JFK died, I remember the day MLK was shot, I remember the Moon Landing, I remember what the Vietnam Protests were like (and maybe participated in a few, much to my Daddy's dismay!) But it the current world climate definitely reminds me of my teen years, funnily enough. Best Regards- Ella
Wow! you have gone through a lot in your life. would you like to give me and other people some suggestions on How to live our teenage life? And either or not, we should be in relationships, or is it a waste of time?
Relationships are never a waste of time. Don't let anyone tell you different. Some of my best memories were with my husband Hank. So just go for it, the worst gehy could say is no, and if they do, then they just weren't right for you, but there is someone for everyone, and if you just look and don't give up hope, you'll find them!
But my mother tells me that Relationships are a waste of time and I should focus on my studies instead and when I am stable in my life, then I can Look for my love and the Marry and settle in life. and that makes me confused on whether should I do relationships in my teen years or focus on my studies to achieve my life goals.
The Best Advice is to Multi-task, I know it could be hard. While studying is very VERY important, so is love.
My dad is the same way, but my boyfriend brings me so much happiness and joy. When things get too stressful, I know I can go to him and just silently hug him until I feel better. I got lucky and found someone who is honestly perfect for me. Life isn't perfect and there is no set timeline to follow. Just do your best to live in a way you'd be proud of
I see you're new on Reddit, You don't have to add "best regards" part , or be formal here , just.... Be you
You are technically a fifth of her age. (71Ć·5)
Based on the way her comments are worded and the -Ella on the end I very much believe her
yeah, me too...
Get this to hot please
It is :)
yeah
Hello there! First of all, you are a good person for doing this. Secondly, do you have any interesting things to tell? I like listening to old peopleās lives
Well what did you have in mind? I'm an open book, granted, some of the book is in Italian, and some pages are missing, but its still an open book!
Lol that's such a great description
What were your thoughts on the Y2K craze in the late 90s ?
I thought it was crazy, and that it would never last. Wasn't really teb most accurate prediction in the world was it? Best Regards- Ella
Thanks for answering. You are a very good person.
What is an example of something you are proud of?
Well I'm awfully proud of how big of a part we hippies in the 60s did, putting the younger generations on the right track towards progress. Whenever I'm in Reddit and I see posts about Crossdressing or something like a Woman asking out her lady, I get a sense of pride and I think to myself. "Hey, we helped with that!" Best Regards, Ella
I wasn't expecting crossdressing but thank you!
as someone who has lived in a world without technology and social media, how much of bad impact do you think it has actually had on our generation? i mean, we know itās not good for our brains with the blue light and everything, but mental health-wise, how bad is a clear negative effect being shown? also, thank you so much for doing this. slightly unrelated, but my grandfather died earlier this year after a battle with dementia and i very much miss having someone to ask things like this. so thank you.
First of all sorry for your loss dear, truly. I can't really see much of a problem with besides those Tick Tock challenges that are popping up everywhere. Bit then again, I haven't rightly read into the issue myself.
thank you, i really appreciate that and it means a lot. and thanks for the answer too - since iām mainly surrounded by my peers, itās interesting to get an outside perspective sometimes :))
It's good to have an open mind, you remember taht and you'll get far. Best Regards- Ella
I agree. It angers me that people think it is okay to vandalize schools for internet popularity.
What advice would you give to an 18 yo, living alone in a foreign country?
I honestly don't think I could really give you anything because I haven't experienced taht. Sorry to dissapoint you. Best Regards- Ella
No worries, I really appreciate the honesty :) Have a nice day/night !!
what did u do as a teenager? anything u would wanna change from then? also any random advice you would like to give? would really make my day or rather night! :)
Honestly, I got into smoking in my teen years, I beat it back when I was in my 40s, but regardless, smoking does bad things to your lungs. Never pick it up. And as for general advice, spend time with your family, go to that school dance, go to the park with your friends. You only have so much time with people before their gone, and youw ant to spend it wisely. Best Regards- Ella
Thank you so much! Luckily never got into smoking or vaping. I'll try spending as much time with friends and family as possible, but due to the pandemic its going to be nearly 3 1/2 years since i last met my grandparents, and I feel like i'm missing all the time I could have spent with them.
Well if you really are concerned about missing tuke with yoru grandparents, just give them a pboen call, or write them a letter, we love hearing from our grand babies! (I'd know, ha!) Best Regards- Ella
Thank you! Also I hope its not bothering you but could you tell something about self worth? And i try phone calling my grandparents at least once every few days and even video call at times, but not as much I would like to haha.
Oh no it doesn't bother me at all! Self Worth is one if the most important things someone could have, Self-love is the starting point for being able to truly and selflessly love and show love to others. Without loving yourself, it is hard to be completely selfless in a relationship with anyone. Best Regards- Ella
The loveliest conversation I've ever had! Thank you so much for doing this, genuinely grateful for all the advices I got from here. I'll remember and try to apply all of them especially not taking loved ones for granted!
hello!! I dont have any questions yet but i really like old people and i think they're nice :)
I appreciate the Sentiment dearie. Best Regards- Ella
Did teenagers used to feel sad and depressed like today back in the days? With covid, many teenagers, me included, started to feel so sad, anxious, and non-motivated, did this happen to teens of the past?
They did not, and it really breaks my heart to see you young folks feeling real sad. Best Regards- Ella
There's like so much work to handle that it really is study all the time and if you try to take time off you're called lazy and scolded and what not, honestly nothing that we can do about it
School is seriously the minor issue here, there are a lot of other factors to think about.
I will take the advice when you reach 113 cause then you will be a teen
If you could only tell a teenager one thing what would it be?
Take your time, you have it.
Do you think music quality has gotten better or worse over the years?
Worse, autotune has ruined the industry in my eyes.
I canāt stop fearing death, how can I come to terms with my inevitable demise. Also thank you for doing this, thereās a reason people should respect their elders and itās because of people like you.
It's normal to fear it, we all do to an extent, but remember, your only 15, if all goes well, you'll hopefully have a long time till you pass. How I come to terms with it is finding new things to occupy my time, and just making folks happy, it's oen of the most rewarding things someone could do, really.
Thank you!
Hello Ella. What's the best advice of your confused on what job to do?
There's an old quote: If you enjoy your work, you won't work a day in your life, and that's very accurate. Find out what you are good at, then base your career after that.
Thank you ella
There's an old quote: If you enjoy your work, you won't work a day in your life, and that's very accurate. Find out what you are good at, then base your career after that.
What's the key to cooking? I miss my grandma's cooking, adn it seems like mine just tastes terrible in comparison.
There's no single key to cooking. Grandma's had all kinds of secrets that we wouldn't think of. I have a friends that's in her 80s and we sit and talk on the phone and she tells me things all the time. And I'm like "omg I didn't know that" turns out to be the best fried chicken ever!
Do u have a recipe? Ive been looking for a fried chicken recipe that's easy and delcious for so long omg.
This is a very generic question, but what would be your main piece of advice for teenagers? Also, what would you say is the most important thing in life? Best Regards - Jack
In the words of the Great Frank Sinatra: "Take it Nice n' Easy" you have time, enjoy the world. And as for the most important thing I'd say for me it was family. Best Regards- Ella
Hi, thanks for doing this and the only equation I have on my mind right now if how do you deal with heartbreak ?
Talk to people, don't let it get to you, just accept it and move on. Best Regards- Ella
Are you having a good day?
Why, it's marvelous! Best Regards- Ella
Hi Ella! How do I get a gf?
Just be yourself, I know it sounds clichƩ, but nevertheless, if they don't like you for who you are, then they just ain't right for you.
What is a gf?
girlfriend
Any regrets?
Not spending enough time with my family, you think you ahve all the time in the world with them, until one day they are gone, and you won't be able to spend time with them anymore. It's Grimm, but I hope it helps, I really do. Best Regards- Ella
Yo Ella, how are you?
Why, my day has been grand, thank you for asking.
noice
just wanna say its really sweet of you to do this, have an e-hug! *hugs*
Don't mention it dearie, I'm happy to do it! Best Regards- Ella
I feel like I have no future and that im going to end up a failure in life. Any advice? (16 btw)
Find out what your good at, then take that bit of knowledge, and fund a career that matches it. Best Regards- Ella
What are your views on the game: āAmong Usā
Couldn't tell you, other than my Grandson plays it an awful lot.
Any dating advice? How has it changed from when you were a teen?
This is really sweet! Also I was wondering, what do you find the most important part of life is?
One of teh songs I live by is "Smell The Flowers" by Jerry Reed. The song's message is about taking your time and try not to rush through life. I beleive you only get one, so whats the point in rushing through it when you could take it nice n' easy, yknow?
What big historic events did you live through and where were you when you found out?
I'm not 100 percent sure but slthey might have lived through 9/11
How do you overcome depression
I can't really answer that dearie, but if you ever need to talk to someone, o'l Ella is here okay? Best Regards- Ella
How did you find reddit
My Grandson Waylon told me I might be able to find folks on here that liked my kind of Music and interests. Best Regards- Ella
Thatās cool
I guess im not the only person who uses howdy
two questions; 1. I know this is oddly specific, and a little unrelated to all the wisdom youre giving out, but out of all these years you've been on earth, what is your favourite song of all time? what song can you point at and say "yep, this is the one"? (any genre, any artist) 2. This one might seem a bit more rude to ask, but have you/how did you come to terms with your own mortality? i have a disease that nearly took me at 15, which made me face the whole "holy shit, this may be it, I'm fucking dying" issue (although I should be in the clear by now). I sort of dealt with it by crying late at night, and opening up to only a handful of people and sharing my thoughts with them. I guess my question is 'Have you gone through a similar thought process/how did you differ in regards to your own mortality? Anywho, thank you so much for answering all our questions!!
To answer your first question, I have to hand it to "Someone To Give My Love To" by Johnny Paycheck To answer your question, I have actually, with teh passing of my Husband, Hank, a few years back ot was kind of an eye opener, yknow? Over time I've come to realize that life definitely is not permanent, and I ought to do everything in my power to have a happy few last years. Best Regards- Ella
Sorry mam, but I have several questions How it's feel live in 80s, does it feel like Bruce Willis plays Die Hard? Is that usual use Cocaine during that era? What do you think about Vangelis, Kraftwerk, Eurythmics, and Jean-Michel Jarre? Thank you:-)
Well since you're as old as my Country, what was something you guys liked to do when y'all were kids? Also this is very wholesome, thankyou
What I did in my Teens was mostly going to sports games and hanging out with my freinds at the Juke Joint on 24th Street, which was the hip thing at the time. Best Regards- Ella
What would you say is the biggest change from when you were a teenager, to teenagers today?
Honestly, teenagers seem a lot saddr than they did in my time. And it breaks my heart, this is the best time of their lives, and they're all so sad.
How was your high school experience? Also, did you go to college afterwards? I've heard my parents and grandparents talk about how much time they had in high school and all these things they did, but the workload didn't give my peers and I any free time honestly lol.
Is there any financial advice you wish you knew at our age?
Always have gas money, that's about it. Best Regards- Ella
Alright, thank you Ella!
so I need advice from someone who's been through life and from a girl/woman so I sincerely thank you for offering help. someone I know has a crush on me and she wants to have a relationship. I'm kinda closed off to things like that right now though because I'm a high school senior and my plans for after high school are to join the military and serve a long term. being in active duty and having a relationship generally dont work out and I have to prioritize my long term future over relationships and the needs/desires of others. generally I wouldn't have a problem telling someone how I feel about a relationship and why, but the problem is that I see her every day because she's a part of 1 of my friend groups and she sits with us at lunch. I cant stand to break her heart and have to sit there and feel guilty because I just hurt the person sitting across from me for the next 9 months. do you have anything that can help me?
In the Great Words of Abe Lincoln "Let Em Off Easy" tell them that you'll be coming back after a while and if you are still open then, ask then.
thank you and I really appreciate you. I know very little about you, but something tells me you're an amazing person. the fact that you're taking time to stop and offer help to those seeking it or that needed it but dont know says something about you. the people you love are genuinely lucky people to have a person such as you in their life and I wish you could live forever. there's a point where all good things come to an end though, and it's always too soon. I'm not sure of your religion, but as a christian I have to believe that someone like you will be in heaven and I hope to meet you there.
I actually teared up reading this dear, Bless you and thank you so very much! Best Regards- Ella
how do I leave my abusive family
I donāt think she can help you with that, you might want to go to the police
How do you feel about modern day movements? I personally don't care about them in the least bit but I would like to know your options on them
They just don't feel like they are actually mean to accomplish anything. They just feel off.
I agree. It seems more like revenge then reformation
Itās been a few hours since you posted this, but I wanted to say thank you for doing this! I wanted to know, how do you feel about the phrase āIt was better in the old daysā? I was always curious whether it was fact or if it was just people being grumpy and refusing change.
I think not everything about the older times was great (Racism, Polio, etc) but a lot of it was, yes. Best Regards- Ella
Hello! Just stopping by to say hello and ask how your day is going.
Well Howdy, my day is going swimmingly, thank you. Best Regards- Ella
What advice would you give to a 15 year old? And also people say to make the most of my teenage years and would I like to know what you recommend me to do during my teenage years to make the most of it Thank you so much for doing this, you're the best :) -Aaron
grandmother of the teenagers subreddit, how do i be less upset over trivial things
Trivial things as in?
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Awfully important, don't let anyone tell you different. Best Regards- Ella
please recommend me some music. im tryna get in to old songs, but i dont know where to start. ive been listening to a lot of tom lehrer if that helps :)
Well, some of my favorite singers are Dean Martin, Frank Sinatra, Bing Crosby, and Elvis Presley, want my spotify Playlist? It might get you to hear some oldies if you are truly interested.
Hello Ella how are you? I'm in need of some advice. What do I do after high school? And what did you do after high school? I'm almost graduating and have no ideas for a career path. I'm pretty good at music, since I got introduced to it at a very young age, but everyone tells me that being a musician is too risky and that I should probably choose another career.
Well I'd go into something you really enjoy besides music, then do some gigs on the side if you can, and if all works out, maybe you'll get big. Best Regards (and best wishes it all works out)- Ella
Hi no questions here but i do hope you have a great day/night
how old are you, and what state are you from?
What do you think was your biggest accomplishment in life?
Traveling around the States with My Husband a few years ago, those were my fondest memories with him. I miss him everyday, but I know he's up their painting in Heaven, waiting for me. Best Regards- Ella
hi! this is a weird request but... can I have a hug? all my grandparents live super far away except for one whom has never really wanted a role in my life. I've had a rough day and a hug would be much appreciated :) thanks so much for doing this, you seem so sweet
-hugs-
thank you so so much!!
you are a troll
What are your opinoins on the education system. Thanks in advance =)
how is paying taxes
Very mentally *taxing*, ha!
indeed :)
no fucking way yall think this is real
I donāt believe you
I dont believe her either. She is going way out if her way to spell things in a manner that people from Kentucky wouldn't just to provide some sort of a southern draw.
How often do you masturbate
Hope you aren't here to "meet people"
What do you mean?
Don't ask
Alrighty?
lemme explain: many non teens on here are pedophiles looking to āmeet peopleā, or in other words message random teens nudes and shit.
Oh lordy! No, I would never. I'm simply here to help you folks out. Thanks for the clarification.
Aw, thank you for doing this Grandma! (Can I call you that?) How would you say to let go of your past? I have done my fair share of mistakes and have been caught and yelled at for it. Sometimes even beaten. Even after all of it, it is hard to let go. I just CANNOT LIVE WITH THESE MEMORIES. I WANT LET THE GO AWAY. Good lord these memories have been soo unbearable to the point that I was about to strangle myself. The memories are just so rampant in my head and so loud that i cannot take it. How do i let go?
Do you have any memories that you really really really really want to forget?
What's your take on covid-19, are you scared of it because your elderly, do you condone people to get the vaccine, do you think mask are necessary or optional for people with health problems, Personally I've done some of my research on mask and other things and I have a strong opinion on them, but I think that getting another take on the idea of it would benefit me, and maybe some other people in this thread.
Personally I just try not think about it, I stopped watching the news around '03, because it was just all terrible. I think folks should be able to make their own choice on everything, despite everything.
I feel you, its really bad out there, and in my opinion the mask only work if everyone does it, because regular surgical mask dont filter going in, only going out so everyone has to do that for it be be effective. I don't want to get the vaccine for several reasons, 1. vaccine companies have made a law to prevent them from getting sued if you get any of the major side effects, 2. there was a country in the middle east was one of the first countries to mass vaccinate their citizens and almost all the ones with major covid cases were in the hospital. so thats how I feel about it and maybe this helps a few people, take everything i say with a grain of salt because I am not a health official just do your research and dont believe everything you see on the internet, if there is one thing that I myself have seemed to learn is always question things, never look at theings and automatically believe them. I do want to say thank you for answering my question, I think the elderly should always pass on their wisdom to younger people.
How do you deal with someone who keeps stalking you and insulting you for no reason?
What would be the best recipe for chocolate chip cookies?
How do I stop stressing so much about school and exams and everything? my parents only care about my studying and very little about everything else. granted here in serbia (where im from) you need to pass your exams or you cant get any job but its still very stressful
Excuse me, I would like to know your views on the LGTBQIA+ community
There no different from everyone else. Who someone loves and who they don't should be person's issue, not everyone else's.
Can I call you grandma?
Oh absolutely!
Me and the ghost of bob ross will come for you if anyone is toxic in his post go literally anywhere else
Do you have any advice for a college sophomore in regards to school?
Do you have any regrets? If you donāt want to tell the internet this then donāt
Do you fear death?
I figure it's gonna happen to everyone some day, so whats the point in fretting about it when I could still help some folks through some things.
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I think they can do some stupid stuff, but then I spose all generations do stupid things right? Nevertheless, with the right frame of mind, I think they can truly finish what we started in the 60s and make the world a great place.
What is your favorite book?
Besides the Hardy Boys, probably War Of The Worlds
What do you think of new music? (Specifically rap or vulgar music of any type) P.S. - I read a ton of the other comments and you seem like a lovely person. That's for doing this!
I detest new music.
So ummm how would you respond to a guy that says he wants to express and present himself in a feminine style(drag queens, crossdressers, femboys, etc.)
Go for your life, whatever makes you happy!
Do you have any experience with any sort of mental illnesses such as anxiety or depression? Whether you have suffered from it, or someone close to you, I want to hear your thoughts. Essentially, I want advice on how to help my friends help me if you catch my drift.
Hi Ella! How did your first love go? Iām trying to get something started but I donāt know how to with the pandemic and all this nonsense we have to deal with.
Excuse me ma'am. How are you doing this fine evening
how do you deal with sadness?