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10 years ago
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So my birthday is on Friday. I mention this not because of attention, but because I'm going to be turning thirty years old, and even though I keep reminding myself that it's just a number, it's got me feeling kind of out of sorts.
So far I've been able to avoid the feelings of Oh God what am I doing with my life that I expected would accompany this particular occasion, but I'd be lying if I said my general lack of progress since I graduated from college didn't bother me. It also doesn't help that thanks to my genes, I got my first grey hair when I was eighteen, and now there are sizable patches of it in my hair and individual hairs popping up in my goatee.
I'm doing my best to stay positive and cheery. For starters, I'm gonna celebrate my birthday by seeing the new Avengers movie (no spoilers in the comments please, you dinguses ;B), and I've been looking forward to that all year. I'm also putting the finishing touches on a story, which always feels good, especially when it's a commission, though I doubt it'll be ready in time to go out as a reverse birthday present.
I know, deep down, that turning thirty is no big deal, but I'd still appreciate any advice you guys might have to offer on how to cheer up, just to keep a smile on this old man's face.
JOURNAL OVER.
So far I've been able to avoid the feelings of Oh God what am I doing with my life that I expected would accompany this particular occasion, but I'd be lying if I said my general lack of progress since I graduated from college didn't bother me. It also doesn't help that thanks to my genes, I got my first grey hair when I was eighteen, and now there are sizable patches of it in my hair and individual hairs popping up in my goatee.
I'm doing my best to stay positive and cheery. For starters, I'm gonna celebrate my birthday by seeing the new Avengers movie (no spoilers in the comments please, you dinguses ;B), and I've been looking forward to that all year. I'm also putting the finishing touches on a story, which always feels good, especially when it's a commission, though I doubt it'll be ready in time to go out as a reverse birthday present.
I know, deep down, that turning thirty is no big deal, but I'd still appreciate any advice you guys might have to offer on how to cheer up, just to keep a smile on this old man's face.
JOURNAL OVER.
... I think I got that wrong...
Old man? Old man? Turning 30 is a great accomplishment, but its by no means getting old. Hell, I drink Sotch that's older than you!
I know its temping to fall into a slump of introspection on "zero and five" birthday years...and that's ok. A little hindsight never hurts, but don't dwell on it. Life is for living, getting older is the reward. The trick is easy, once you master getting older, without ever, ever growing up!
Here, crank this up: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1uby6jFCDjE you'll feel better.
And if that doesn't do it for ya, crank this one up next: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3zMLuS_Rn_A (NSFW great Hamilton punk band)
Hope you have a great birthday party tomorrow 'Green! The Sun will be out, the snow is gone, the weather in TO will be hot! Hit a patio, sink some pints with your mates, enjoy the Movie (it rocked!) but don't call it a night until you have another scar...and another laugh line. They are badges, wear 'em with pride!
ps: I'm turning 48 in June, and facing 50 in two years......you still want to whine about turning 30? Or do you need to be reminded that this ancient otter is still young enough to kick your punk ass?
and I can still seduce your Mom!