It was while reminiscing and looking back 10 years to when I was turning 50 that the 60 before 60 list was born (again). Hitting these milestone birthdays must stir something within my loins (not much stirring there these days). And before long, the 60 before 60 list started to take shape.
Things were added as opportunities came up and somethings had to be removed as plans changed. I reached 60 and thought, well no need to stop there. I can continue until the end of 2025.
I've now finally caught up on documenting some of my adventures. Looking back, it's been fab and I at least got back into writing, which is a good thing. I don't write for anyone in particular. I mainly write for myself as it's something I enjoy. And it gives me a record for the future, when maybe the memory won't be as good.
I didn't quiet get all 60 things done. I missed the following 3 (plus bonus item):
58. Go to the theatre at least 5 times. I did manage to go along to see 4 shows 1. Back to the Future, 2. A Very Naughty Christmas, 3. Copla - A Spanish Cabaret, 4. Scissorhandz. I did go to see Adam Ant at the Apollo Theatre, so I guess I could have included that. No longer living in London makes going to the theatre a bit more challenging.
59. Eat at a Michelin starred restaurant. I'll forward this one to the 2026 list and I did manage to eat at Botin - the Worlds's Oldest Restaurant.
60. Lose the weight I put on in 2024 - no comment
61. Have sex with 5 different people - OK, I'm not really devastated that this one didn't happen. Maybe this year. Maybe not. Maybe 1 would be more achievable.
But I have now officially reached the age where:
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I can forget why I walked into a room with complete confidence
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I can say “back in my day” unironically
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I've unlocked the secret ability to fall asleep anywhere, anytime - except for in bed and on planes
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I can call on the powers of selective hearing
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I've learnt that NO is a complete sentence and requires no explanation
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I've learnt that f it doesn’t bring joy, don’t do it. If it does bring joy, do it twice
- I've got no more fucks left to give
- But most importantly, life is short and we've got to make the most of each day.
Because I've had so much fun adding things to the list and it becomes a good spot to store all those ideas that pop up, the 2026 list is under way! Inspiration and ideas wanted.
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