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As Steve approaches his sixtieth birthday, he reflects on his life and the significance of reaching this milestone. He expresses a desire to embrace his age and share new creative projects, including his poetry collection, “Old & UnWise.” He encourages donations to Médecins Sans Frontières and invites readers to follow his journey.

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The author reflects on their self-published book, “Old and Unwise,” a diverse collection of poetry without a central theme. They acknowledge the challenges of marketing such a work but chose to express their identity authentically. The poems address various topics, including social justice and mental health, showcasing their personal journey of self-acceptance over sixty years. This post features a new poem “un-adult-e-rated”. This series of posts serves as a public self-assessment leading to their sixtieth birthday.

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The author expresses support for individual players over teams in the NBA, particularly praising Manu Ginobili for his impactful play. However, the main focus is on Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), an organization providing crucial medical assistance in challenging global conditions. The author shares a failed attempt to organize a fundraising event for MSF, urging readers to donate in honor of their upcoming sixtieth birthday and support this vital cause.

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As I near my sixtieth birthday, I reflect on significant changes over the years, particularly technological advancements. From my first computer with minimal memory to the powerful smartphones of today, the changes are astonishing. I ponder time travel and the impact it would have on my younger self discovering such technology, yet I conclude that learning from the past remains our greatest hope.

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The author reflects on the influences of their poetry, acknowledging limited formal education in poetry while admitting a vast reading experience spanning various genres and authors. Notable influences include George Orwell and Douglas Adams, whose styles may have impacted the author’s poetry. The blog marks a series leading to their sixtieth birthday.

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The piece explores the sensory experiences associated with various emotions and memories through the lens of scent. It encourages readers to reflect on how different aromas evoke feelings like anger, love, remorse, and desire. The author emphasizes the power of fragrances in storytelling and invites readers to engage with their surroundings, igniting a deeper awareness of the aromas that surround them and their meanings.

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The author shares a personal experience regarding their sensitivity to floral perfumes, describing a distressing encounter on the London Underground that triggered sneezing and discomfort. Despite enjoying flowers, the author struggles with hay fever, sometimes reflecting this theme in poetry. They invite readers to subscribe to their blog and Instagram for updates.

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In the past six months, the author experienced highs and lows, emphasizing a positive moment involving Prosetrics Literary Magazine. After submitting poems and successfully getting published, the author was invited as a guest poet for their edition, Mirage. Collaborating with photographer Marie Sandon added to the joy. The author encourages others to submit work to Prosetrics.

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The blog author, usually indifferent to birthday celebrations, decides to celebrate turning 60. As part of this milestone, they are promoting their ebook “Old & UnWise” with a price drop on various platforms. The blog series consists of 30 posts leading up to their birthday, focusing on poetry, thoughts, and self-reflection.