As Steve approaches his sixtieth birthday, he reflects on his life and the significance of reaching this milestone. He expresses a desire to embrace his age and share new creative projects, including his poetry collection, "Old & UnWise." He encourages donations to Médecins Sans Frontières and invites readers to follow his journey.

This is the penultimate blog in this series. It is a rant about many of the thing that concern the author. It is also about the true value of life. Poems: Poets of Palestine.

The blog reflects on familial relationships, highlighting the joy of shared laughter, supportive dynamics despite disagreements, and the importance of celebrating memories, notably after the author's mother’s passing. It emphasizes the bonds that sustain them across distances and cherishes the encouragement received within the family. It encourages donations to a charity.

The author shares his journey of returning to poetry after a long hiatus. Initially, he wrote a poem for a project related to a Maltese town. Years later, during a drive to pick up his daughter, he began spontaneously writing poetry again. Positive feedback on social media led him to create an Instagram account. The pandemic provided more time for involvement in online poetry readings, culminating in live performances and connections with fellow poets.

The author reflects on their self-published book, "Old and Unwise," a diverse collection of poetry without a central theme. They acknowledge the challenges of marketing such a work but chose to express their identity authentically. The poems address various topics, including social justice and mental health, showcasing their personal journey of self-acceptance over sixty years. This post features a new poem "un-adult-e-rated". This series of posts serves as a public self-assessment leading to their sixtieth birthday.

The author expresses support for individual players over teams in the NBA, particularly praising Manu Ginobili for his impactful play. However, the main focus is on Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), an organization providing crucial medical assistance in challenging global conditions. The author shares a failed attempt to organize a fundraising event for MSF, urging readers to donate in honor of their upcoming sixtieth birthday and support this vital cause.

The author shares the humorous story of his plastic wig stands, referred to as "Aliens," which became a quirky backdrop during online meetings and Instagram lives. Purchased during the pandemic, these vintage items added charm to his content. He muses about the existence of extraterrestrial life while engaging his audience with playful myths about the Aliens. The blog is part of a series leading to his sixtieth birthday.

The blog entry explores the creative process of poetry, highlighting its various forms and the role of prompts in inspiring writers. It discusses both spontaneous and structured approaches to verse, including a unique challenge where each word's first letter correlates with the last letter of the preceding word. The author encourages readers to embrace this playful challenge while inviting them to subscribe for more content.

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.

The author shares his journey of returning to poetry after a long hiatus. Initially, he wrote a poem for a project related to a Maltese town. Years later, during a drive to pick up his daughter, he began spontaneously writing poetry again. Positive feedback on social media led him to create an Instagram account. The pandemic provided more time for involvement in online poetry readings, culminating in live performances and connections with fellow poets.

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.

The author reflects on the influences of their poetry, acknowledging limited formal education in poetry while admitting a vast reading experience spanning various genres and authors. Notable influences include George Orwell and Douglas Adams, whose styles may have impacted the author's poetry. The blog marks a series leading to their sixtieth birthday.

The piece explores the sensory experiences associated with various emotions and memories through the lens of scent. It encourages readers to reflect on how different aromas evoke feelings like anger, love, remorse, and desire. The author emphasizes the power of fragrances in storytelling and invites readers to engage with their surroundings, igniting a deeper awareness of the aromas that surround them and their meanings.

The author shares a personal experience regarding their sensitivity to floral perfumes, describing a distressing encounter on the London Underground that triggered sneezing and discomfort. Despite enjoying flowers, the author struggles with hay fever, sometimes reflecting this theme in poetry. They invite readers to subscribe to their blog and Instagram for updates.

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.

In the past six months, the author experienced highs and lows, emphasizing a positive moment involving Prosetrics Literary Magazine. After submitting poems and successfully getting published, the author was invited as a guest poet for their edition, Mirage. Collaborating with photographer Marie Sandon added to the joy. The author encourages others to submit work to Prosetrics.

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.

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.

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.

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.

The narrative explores the impact of stereotypes on people's perceptions. It recounts a working-class family's struggles after relocating to Malta, detailing the father's illness and death. It highlights misjudgments faced by family members due to assumptions about their background, illustrating the challenges of overcoming social biases and the importance of understanding individual experiences.

One third through this series, the author questions why he started the process in the first place. He soldiers on and presents a new poem with the title Scarred.