An Age-Old Problem

(I’m looking at a selection of housecoats at a large, nationwide retailer when another customer approaches to look at them, as well.)

Customer: “These are nice, aren’t they?”

Me: “Yeah. I’m thinking of getting one for my mom for her birthday.”

Customer: “Are you calling me old?!”

(She gets angry and storms off, glaring at me over her shoulder. My friend comes over.)

Friend: “What was that about?”

Me: “Midlife crisis, maybe?”