family – Stephen Buttigieg

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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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This is the penultimate blog in this series. It is a rant about many of the thing that concern the author.
It is also about the true value of life.
Poems: Poets of Palestine.

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The blog reflects on familial relationships, highlighting the joy of shared laughter, supportive dynamics despite disagreements, and the importance of celebrating memories, notably after the author’s mother’s passing. It emphasizes the bonds that sustain them across distances and cherishes the encouragement received within the family. It encourages donations to a charity.

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After 41 years of coaching basketball, the author reflects on his journey and announces a hiatus from the sport. He cherishes the relationships built with players and family, recalling memorable moments. Although stepping away, he remains connected with former players and expresses the possibility of returning to coaching in the future.

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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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In part 16 of 30 the author talks about an heirloom, the pyramids and losing his mum. He also talks about a selfie that is very special.

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The narrative explores the impact of stereotypes on people’s perceptions. It recounts a working-class family’s struggles after relocating to Malta, detailing the father’s illness and death. It highlights misjudgments faced by family members due to assumptions about their background, illustrating the challenges of overcoming social biases and the importance of understanding individual experiences.