Is it an enjoyable recognition or is it filled with woeful angst and regret? My spouse had this opportunity this weekend and I must say that his emotions were varied. He saw the fire and passion in this young man and remembered the old days. It made him ask himself where that flame went and if it was extinguished with age.
As we age I think that we all question who we are. A big question that repeats itself is "Am I improving as I get older?" In order to answer this I guess you must consider how to measure the results.
The term "improving" must be qualified so that we can add meaning and worth. We ask if our basic four of physical health, mental well being, family and relationships, and financial well being are positive. Compared to our youth have these categories flourished? Then we consider our future to be better than the past. We have made it better if we can see some elevated, measured touch points in our lives.
Maybe it is because of the New Year that I want to review where I was and set up a plan or map of where to go. I want to be more contemplative or present tense in my own life.
When I see that person that reminds me of a younger version of myself I hope that I can smile. I hope that she is still similar to the me of today.
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