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What could I do differently

One of the greatest advantages of hindsight is the ability to reflect on the past, evaluate our choices, and identify areas for improvement or moments we might do differently. For me, the five decades of my life have been a continuous learning experience, each phase offering its own lessons. If given the opportunity to revisit certain moments, there are a few changes I might consider. I would have cherished more time with my son during his toddler yearstaken more photos, recorded more videos, and preserved those fleeting moments more diligently. I regret not safeguarding the only audio recording I had of my grandmother and other family members from the 1970s. That tape, along with irreplaceable family photos, was lost in a flooda reminder of how fragile memories can be. I could have controlled my temper better, avoiding unnecessary arguments that, in hindsight, held little significance. Yet, amidst these reflections, there… What could I do differently

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My freeway billboard would say

Have you ever truly looked at a freeway billboard? Not just glanced at it, but considered its purpose? They’re aggressive, towering expressions of self-promotion, screaming into the void of speeding cars. Each one is a vanity showcase, a shout for attention in a world already over-saturated with noise. Now, imagine being forced to own one. A giant, inescapable canvas towering over the chaos of modern life. What would you say? What message would you broadcast to the sea of strangers rushing past? For me, the message would be simple:“Please keep driving. Do not stop. Let me live in peace.” It wouldn’t be colorful or flashy. No bold fonts or bright lights. Just a quiet plea for solitude in a world that never seems to slow down. A billboard that, ironically, would ask for no attention at all. Perhaps that’s the truest form of rebellion against the cacophony of modern self-promotion.… My freeway billboard would say

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Think about the past or the future

My thoughts often wander between the past or the future, depending on what sparks them. An old grievance may pull me into the past, while anxiety about what lies ahead often has me pondering the future. But then, as life loves to do, reality steps in with an unexpected curve-ball, and I’m brought back to the present. Life has a way of reminding me that the past is long gone, slipping further away with every passing second. Its only value lies in the lessons it leaves behindlessons to remember, not to dwell on. As for the future? It’s shrouded in mystery, a realm we can’t predict or control. Why waste precious moments worrying about it? What we truly have is the present. This fleeting, ever-changing moment is ours to embrace. So let’s cherish it, make the most of it, and live fully in the now.