I say, why not! It is a  reference meaning you are a strong, confident woman with a spirit about life. Would you rather be referred to as "boring" , "no zest for life" or “over the hill”?  Calling you a “Cougar” is just saying you are fun and spirited.  It doesn't mean your chasing guys in diapers, unless maybe you are?

There are 2 types of “Cougars” classy or trashy. How you carry yourself defines that without a second thought. Hollywood for laughs, has determined that “Cougars” are over the hill, big hair and  make-up wearing women chasing guys still in diapers. That is not “you”. You are a confident woman who loves life, adventure and calling your own “shots”. You date who you want, when you want. You may even be the married woman every man wishes was his own wife. Your confidence makes you sexy because you attack life with  a sense of humor and adventure.

Why not be admired as a “Cougar” it's fun, your confident and you know who you are. Play along ....your holding all the cards anyway. I would be more concerned when they are not calling you anything. That means your getting boring and feeling older than you might look. Your attitude is your age, so I say play along .....and enjoy the admiration! 

Remember the double standard, people get jealous when women have a little fun, especially other women. Most people want women in a corner, I say get out and celebrate life. Go Cougars!!!