April 22, 2025
The Un-birthday
Some time ago Seven Up liked to refer to itself as the “Un-cola” to distinguish itself from its more popular rival, Coca Cola. Thinking about my recent birthday, I call it the “Un-birthday”, to describe it as most unremarkable, similar to the 15th . Remember the one that failed to get your drivers licence, didn’t make you eligible for the draft, or even for a beer, never mind a decent paying job? So being 88 is pretty much nowhere. Once you hit 90, jaws begin to drop, you get helped across the street and a certain awe and respect accompany the birthday greeting. What happened to the 70’s and 80’s? Lost. Forgotten.
So we await the royal 100 when the survivors will present you with a wheel chair and a birthday cake. Can’t wait.
Tally Harwood 