Cheers, @mvanzeller.bsky.social, for addressing elderspeak! I’m keen to find a retort that doesn’t make me sound like a bitter old lady. It’s frustrating to deal with patronising language, I doubt 'well-meaning' folks will easily accept us pushing back on their endearments. What a tricky balance!

Who will they blame?

This is great.

Sounds like a plan - hope you post a link when it’s finished.

Great choice