I have nothing against older people. In fact, I have a lot of respect for AARP and their work.
I get odd mail all the time, catalogs for odd home remedies (magnets to cure body odor?) and ugly collectibles.
I reached a whole new level of shock when I received an email from the AARP, complete with temporary membership card.
The email is nice, I suppose they mean well:
Our records show that you haven't yet registered for the benefits of AARP membership, even though you are fully eligible.
As a member, you'll have the resources and information you need to get the most out of life over 50. You'll have access to exclusive discounts.I have to admit, those discounts are tempting, as are some of the benefits listed in the email. It's why older people look so darn happy - look at some of the fun benefits for only $12.50 a year!
Save at thousands of hotels, motels and resorts worldwide.
Low-interest, no-fee AARP credit card.
An AARP safe-driving course.
And More!Tempting, but I'm thirty!
I look forward to your joining us. I think you'll agree with our other members: AARP is one of America's very best values.30!