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I'm turning 50 years old [1]

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Date: 2023-11-21

ChatGPT tells me this:

Turning 50 years old marks a significant milestone in one's life—a juncture often associated with reflection, celebration, and contemplation. It's an age where many individuals find themselves at the intersection of experience and possibility, a point where they reflect on the past while looking forward to the future. For some, reaching 50 may prompt a range of emotions. There might be a sense of accomplishment, having navigated through five decades filled with life's ups and downs, triumphs, challenges, and personal growth. It's a time to acknowledge the wisdom gained from experiences, the lessons learned from mistakes, and the resilience developed through hardships. Simultaneously, there might be a tinge of nostalgia, reminiscing about youth's exuberance and the dreams envisioned in earlier years. It's a moment to recognize the passage of time and acknowledge that life's journey is a continuum of change and evolution. At 50, there's often a newfound sense of freedom and self-assuredness. Many individuals may feel more comfortable in their own skin, more secure in their identities, and less concerned about societal expectations. It's an age where people might prioritize their own well-being, health, and personal aspirations with greater intentionality. Moreover, turning 50 can be an occasion for celebration. Friends and family may come together to commemorate this milestone, sharing stories, laughter, and creating lasting memories. It's a time to cherish relationships, the bonds forged over the years, and the support networks that have been instrumental throughout one's journey. This age can also herald a period of reinvention and redefinition. Some may use this juncture as an opportunity to pursue long-dormant passions, embark on new adventures, or redefine their goals and ambitions. It's a chance to embrace change, welcome new experiences, and explore uncharted territories. In essence, turning 50 is a multifaceted experience. It's a time for reflection, gratitude, celebration, and forward-thinking. It symbolizes a stage where individuals can blend their accumulated wisdom with a renewed sense of purpose, embracing the years ahead with enthusiasm and a deeper appreciation for life's journey.

Which tells me nothing at all.

I feel like I have been driving across the country and I have finally crossed the state line towards my destination but the town is on the other side of this enormous western state.

The surprising thing to me is that I feel just same as they have always been. I imagined that I would have felt something different.

Back in the 1980s we all thought that the 2020s would be a science fiction wonder world of Star Trek or the Jetsons but it’s still very much the 1980s but with the Internet in our pockets. We did have the Internet back then but it was just monochromatic green text on a black cathode-ray tube and could only be accessed at the public library. I do miss the library.

So, no flying cars, no space ships, no aliens but we may soon be getting a Skynet. So there’s that.

I find myself now living in the English rural countryside. So instead of going into the future, I have gone back in time. I think i prefer it back here in the past, it suits me now. And, especially because I never got a lightsaber.

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