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 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.
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The author shares an experience of receiving a suspicious friend request on social media, leading to a conversation with a potential scammer promoting Bitcoin investments. They express disinterest in wealth, recounting how even the richest people face challenges. Additionally, the author discusses pricing dilemmas in self-publishing their poetry book, choosing to reduce the price to celebrate their 60th birthday.
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Breathing is often an unconscious act, but for those with asthma, it can be a struggle. The author reflects on their childhood struggle with asthma and how it limited their activities. As they grew older, they overcame challenges and developed a passion for physical pursuits. Their experiences inspired poetry addressing the importance of clean air.
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“Twilight Tango” reflects on the solitude experienced in cities at night, capturing a particularly lonely moment. The author invites readers to provide feedback and share their own experiences with loneliness. This post is part of a series leading to the author’s sixtieth birthday, encouraging subscriptions for updates.
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The author shares their experiences as an immigrant, transitioning from West London to Malta and later to Belgium. They reflect on their identity, linguistic challenges, and the complexities of allegiance to multiple countries. Emphasizing empathy for immigrants, the narrative highlights political implications surrounding immigration issues while celebrating diverse cultural connections.
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The author, a competitive individual, shares their journey of self-publishing their first poetry book, “Old & UnWise,” at the age of fifty-eight. While navigating the challenges of a niche market, the author sought validation through positive feedback and awards. They faced setbacks, such as poem rejections, but cherished uplifting moments, especially when their book won two awards, including the Veneration Award for Best Debut Poetry Collection, providing a much-needed boost.
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The author reflects on life as they approach their sixtieth birthday, contemplating time and personal experiences. They share a recent positive turn of events involving the discovery of a vintage portable typewriter with a QWERTY layout and an unused ribbon matching it perfectly. They express excitement for future poetry endeavors.
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