2034

~ MaryG
Daily writing prompt
Where do you see yourself in 10 years?
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This is an OK prompt for a younger person, but for people pushing 60, ten more years is not a given. I hope to be alive and in good health in 2034. I hope the United States is still a functioning democracy.

By the time you make it to my age, you’ve lost people too soon (and by “too soon,” I mean younger than 80), primarily to cancer, but also to other diseases, accidents, and the so-called “deaths of despair” — addiction or suicide. Memories flood up. People share their stories. Those who remain must carry on. You help as best you can.

Betsy – kind

Merry – promising

Chuck – passionate

Ben – pillar

Carolyn – family

Richard – leader

Paul – engaging

Carla – love

Doug – fun

Jerry – brilliant

Carole – fierce

Carla and me

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16 thoughts on “2034”

  1. “Pay attention to the journey” Great advice to share! On the back side of sixty-six I too hope that we can still function at seventy. Beat cancer last year so my journey is brighter today. Have a great day, enjoyed your answer.

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  2. I agree, this is a prompt for very young people. I’m in my mid fifties, still doing ok, but I have no clue what life will be in ten years. I have seen many friends and colleagues who didn’t make it past 70 or even way less. So, just cherish every moment 🙏

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  4. I, too, love “pay attention to the journey.” I am 66 and hope I will be here ten years from now, doing the things I love—reading and writing. And like you, I hope we have a functioning democracy. Scary.

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    1. Thanks for your comment Laurie. It’s wonderful that your life’s working (writing) is something you want to continue forever.
      Good news today: latest polls showing Trump no longer leading 🤞🏼🤞🏼🤞🏼. Activists are going to “Leave it all on the field” in 2024!

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