An open letter...

[Jim Warman]

After a great deal of thought, I feel that I owe some of you guys my heartfelt apologies and an explanation.. it's a limp dicked explanation, but it is the only one I have...

 

This year, I will turn 60. In the past my birthday was always ever just another day with the added bonus that I had an excuse to hhave a few beverages...

 

This year, however, will be a milestone... 60... 60 is old... 60 is something other men turn... not me.. I'm not ready to be this old.

 

As my birthday approaches, I find I am having a great deal of trouble coping with the fact.. and I have been taking that inability out on those people that I admire and respect the most.

 

I am truly sorry if I have offended anyone.. this has never been my intention.

[Keith Browning]

Don't sweat it Jim. I kinda know how you feel as I didn't take turning 40 not too long ago very well. I can't wait for the next milestones. I have small children. Spending time with them and the things we do are beginning to make me realize where I am in time. They also bring me much happiness and a much needed sense of involvement in something. As we get older I think we realize we need to make a difference in others lives but more importantly our own. For some, it's finding religion, family, hobbies, charities or causes or any number of activities that not only keep us busy but bring us fulfillment. Hopefully, we can stay busy enough make a difference in a few lives and when we get to the end we can not only say "where did the time go" but also be able to say "that was fun."

 

I don't know you personally nor do I know anything much about your life. This is just what I have had come to mind in recent years. As far as being offended by you I kinda thought that impossible due to your cantankerous, curmudgeon charm.