Saturday, January 23, 2021

60

Crusty, dusty, but still rolling.
 It's just another day, really. Lots to be more concerned about than marking another trip around the Sun for me. But, as has been pointed out to me by certain family members, the fact that I am around seems important. I guess when you stop to think about it, it is remarkable. 

There was that whole debacle of growing up in the 60's and 70's, back when, as Jerry Seinfeld says, we were like raccoons to our parents. They knew one was around, but they never really connected with it. 

Then there was that whole "Lost Decade" thing I went through in my 20's, and the depths of a divorce and two career changes in my 30's. Yeah.....things could have went a lot worse, or could have ended a long time ago.

So, while I may downplay the importance of this day, I would be remiss to not make note of it as well. I'm not the only one that matters here. No- I am connected to many others, and some care about me. So, you may want to know that today I am marking the big "Six-Oh!" Let the jokes and derogatory comments about aging commence! 

I've no big plans for this day. It's hard to make plans like some do- like riding your age in miles, or what have you- because January can be so unpredictable, inhospitable, and downright stupid to do things like that. So, I may roll wheels, I may just hang with family, or both. I am a blessed man. Very.....very blessed. 

Actually, to mark the occasion I may get my hair cut. First time in almost a year. COVID-induced long-hair-ism, you could say. It's not a good look, lets just say that. I'll likely have to talk Mrs. Guitar Ted into the shearing duties. We'll see......

Anyway, once again, I thank you all for stopping by to read here. It is much appreciated, and I hope you all have been enjoying the blog.

14 comments:

Jeb said...

Happy Birthday!

baric said...


Yes, you wake up, get out of bed, still upright and breathin', look in the mirror, still lookin' pretty good. Hmmm... Another year has passed. Time flies, sez you. Oh yeah.... Birthday!!
Make it a Good and Happy day.








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CrossTrail said...

Happy Birthday, Mark! Ride on! In fact, ride on out here in the Black Hills sometime. And bring all your bikes. There's something for everyone!

Tim said...

I am glad you continue to be a part of the human family! May you find meaning and purpose in each day ahead.

Phillip Cowan said...

Happy Birthday G-Ted! I'm right behind ya. I just rolled up 59 last month and had to listen to all those same lame jokes. Hope I'm still reading your blog when we're about 120.🙂

graveldoc said...

Happy birthday Mark! A virtual handshake to you... Whatever you do today, do something that gives you satisfaction. I watched a You Tube video yesterday of a 64 year old man riding the Colorado trail on a Bike packing trip. I'm to turn 64 in March. Nope,no C.T. for me!Oh, yeah! My youngest grandson turns 4 tomorrow. Happy birthday to Emmett.

hank said...

G-Ted, Howdy;

Congratulations on completing yet another Orbit of the Sun! Enjoying the journey
is one of the keys. Best wishes as you step into the next orbit.

MuddyMatt said...

Best wishes on your birthday! Keep on keeping on!

john said...

Happy birthday, Mark. Congratulations. Good to see you in our oooold jersey.

Guitar Ted said...

@john - Thanks, John. I try to get it out and ride in it at least once a year- for old times sake.

teamdarb said...

Bravo! 60 is a long time around. Go for the hot chocolate milk shake ( a wee bit of Paprika added on top).

MG said...

Happy Birthday, Brother! Love ya!!

FarleyBob said...

Belated Happy Birthday GT!! I hope it was a good one!

blooddoc23 said...

Happy Belated!! You are young!!