Humorous Poems About Getting Older

The Joys and Struggles of Aging

As we grow older, we often find humor in the little things that come with aging. From forgetting names to feeling those aches and pains, getting older can be quite the adventure. Many poets have captured the essence of getting older in their humorous poems, providing a light-hearted look at the process of aging.

Poems on Getting Older

1. "Old Age" by May Swenson

Old age began
the day
my tale began,
my lexicon
of hours
and days.

2. "On Turning Ten" by Billy Collins

The whole idea of it
makes me feel
like I'm coming down with something,
something worse
than any stomach ache
or the headaches I get from reading in bad light--
a kind of measles of the spirit,
a mumps of the psyche,
a disfiguring chicken pox
of the soul.

3. "Forgetfulness" by Billy Collins

The name of the author is the first to go
followed obediently by the title, the plot,
the heartbreaking conclusion, the entire novel
which suddenly becomes one you have never read,
never even heard of,

Finding Laughter in Aging

It's important to find humor in the process of aging, as it can make the journey much more enjoyable. Whether it's poking fun at our forgetfulness or embracing our gray hair, humor can be a powerful tool in navigating the challenges that come with getting older.

Embracing the Wisdom of Age

4. "The Clock of Life" by Robert H. Smith

The clock of life is wound but once,
And no man has the power
To tell just when the hands will stop
At late or early hour.

So, live, love and toil with a will,
Place no faith in time,
For the clock may soon be still,
For you—the time.

5. "Old Age" by Carol Ann Duffy

I’m having better sex,
more interesting, love
like a sexy elder who cocks his head to one side,
and twists his moustache as if to lead an oh high oh
Silver Ghost,
out of its garage, and ever onwards,
me at the wheel,

The Beauty of Growing Older

6. "Old Folks Laugh" by Maya Angelou

They have spent their
lives teaching their
children and grandchildren
to laugh.

7. "When You Are Old" by William Butler Yeats

When you are old and grey and full of sleep,
And nodding by the fire, take down this book,
And slowly read, and dream of the soft look
Your eyes had once, and of their shadows deep.

Getting older can be a rollercoaster of emotions, but finding humor in the process can make it a much more enjoyable ride. These poems capture the essence of aging with wit and charm, reminding us that laughter truly is the best medicine. So, embrace the quirks and joys of getting older, and remember that age is just a number.