Another year in the books. I guess that means I have lived half of an average American lifespan. I’ll not complain much. In the olden days, I would be considered ancient. 40’s are the new 20’s now, right? Let’s just go with that!
44 years is a drop in the bucket in the grand scheme of things. I have enjoyed a good life in my drop. I have done my fair share of dumb shit. I’ve had some awesome experiences. Had some experiences I would just as soon forget.
I have seen a lot of places. I have literally been around the world. The actual circumference of the earth! Still, I hope that my life continues to be an adventure. My desire to explore this world and have moving life experiences burns.
I look back on the past year and much has happened. Mostly good but some not so good. We saw some great accomplishments for our family. Added some new family members. On the downside, I have seen significant progression in my condition. I keep on trucking.
Every year that I get , hell every day , with this disease , is a gift. I know that life with ALS is no walk in the park. I wouldn’t wish it on my greatest enemy. But it is what it is. We only get one shot at life and are not guaranteed a life free of obstacles. So I will take it as it comes and do my damnedest to make the best of it. Here’s to one more trip around the sun!
