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I'm turning 70. I'm going to have a lunch where I invite a good friend from each decade of life.

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61-70 It's all about constant reinvention.

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I often celebrate my birthday by having a one-on-one breakfast date with the different friend everyday for 7 days. It's my birthday week!

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Come my birthday in July, I'm doing this.

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Love that, Alvin. I'd like to hear about what kind of through-lines you see across all the years.

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Apr 11Liked by Martin Brodsky

Martin, a great post with an even greater message. Appreciate you sharing it.

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Thanks for the kind words, Jim!

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Alone does not have to mean you're lonely! Very inspired by the photograph comment. I didn't know that. Thank you! Photos around the house...

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Thanks bud, I've sent it on.

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Apr 10Liked by Martin Brodsky

Really well written Marty. Great insights

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Thanks, Judy!

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An intelligent article, as well as relatable.

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Thanks, Henya!

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Gosh, you're profound! Been there, done that - I think I can help. Along with the story we're publishing, I write a weekly "The Author's Thoughts on ..." Two days ago I wrote on Camaraderie. If I could ever figure out how to send you the piece, it's tailor made for you. I'm not scheduled to publish it for another few weeks, but happy to share early if it'd help.

Second, I stumbled across Mike Hoffmann this morning on "X" (@MrPassive_). He's interviewed a lot of old people - you know, my age, asking them about their life's regrets, lessons and advice. The piece features eight of his interviews. IT'S SPOT ON! For Hoffmann to only be in his early thirties, he's pretty well figured out life.

Both his interview and my early release article pretty well bracket your comments. I hope it all can help, and let me know how to get you my article.

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Bob, thanks for the recs. I'll definitely check out Hoffmann, sounds great. Maybe you can DM me your story? I'd love to read it.

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Apr 10Liked by Martin Brodsky

I had a new insight while listening to you! Thoughtful!

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Thanks, Dee! What's your insight?

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(Remember old here,) ahhhhh what's DM?

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Sorry :) Direct message. Better yet, I'll send you a DM with my email

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