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I've Entered My Golden Girls Era & I'm Not Mad About It

No more wild nights out — now it's about staying home under a weighted blanket eating ice cream and loving it.

by Christina Crawford

April 4, 2024

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When I was a teenager, I thought getting “old” was the worst and most depressing thing that could happen to a person. I remember watching The Golden Girls growing up and thinking those old ladies were so sad and boring, just sitting around their house chatting while playing cards in their muumuus. But as I’ve gotten older, my view on that has completely changed. Now I realize those hot old broads were actually living their best lives: sassy, unapologetic, and not to mention, super comfy.

Those of us fortunate enough to be entering midlife should take notes, because, it turns out, the second half of life looks pretty damn awesome. What’s not to love? Staying home, early bed and dinner times, chillin’ with your girlfriends, bingo(!), and extremely high-coverage swimwear are my jam. I’ll have what they’re having, wicker chairs and Boca-chic matching patterned top-and-bottom sets included. Bring on my Golden Girls Era!