There are old people suffering from Alzheimer, and they call for their wife or husband or kids - who died already years ago, and it hits them every day when being told again about it, like the news being delivered for the very first time.
People always say they want to live long and become old. Work in a geriatric hospital for some time. This will teach you to be cautious with your wishes. Life can be cruel. Or miserable. Or disgraceful. Or lonely. Wish for a painless, healthy life instead - no matter how long or short that will last.
