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What is it Like Being Almost 50?
Life has a way of sneaking up on you. Later this year, I’m going to be turning 50. I can’t believe that I have actually reach This milestone, but it’s a reality that I have to face. My wife is also turning 50 this year. At least we can weep together when we hit this important milestone. Safe to say that our life of youth is now behind us completely. I, for one, am looking forward to the future in my 50s. I still can’t believe I’m saying that word. I am going to be 50. Where the hell did the time go?
Where Did the Time Go?
A few days after I was born, my favorite guitarist Jimi Hendrix died. I remember the incredibly ugly fashions from the 1970s. My parents had a god-awful green and yellow kitchen. I remember those colors vividly as it will probably haunt me for the rest of my life. One thing about the 1970s is people were not very color-coordinated. I can remember jumping up and down as I open my presents. I ran into my parent’s bedroom and much to the displeasure of my father, I showed him my new Star Wars action figures. I remember the streets filled with kids. Everyone was riding their bike, walking their dog, or playing games of street hockey all over the place.
“There is no reason why anyone would want a computer in their home.” Ken Olsen, 1977.
