So, I’m turning 30 in exactly three weeks. I know, I know: big deal. I was always afraid of 30, though. Blame it on unreal expectations.

I remember being 13 and thinking, “Man, 18 is so grown up!” Then I turned 18 and I thought, “Yeah, by the time i’m 23, maybe 24, I’ll be married, maybe have a kid or two.” I just figured that was what happened.

23 and 24 came and went; no wife, no kids, NO PROBLEM! It was nice. I couldn’t imagine having kids or a wife at that age – even though people do it all the time.

Now I think I’m ready. I am embracing 30 with open arms… well, more like with my dukes up! Ready to kick its a$$!

Speaking of a$$: thank you to Yo La Tengo for possibly the greatest album title – I Am Not Afraid of You and I Will Beat Your A$$.

Tags: aging, music

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