Damn, 2015 is already ending? The year I turned 40. The year I've been dreading since 1993. They say you can't teach an old dog new tricks, but this year I've learned enough to prove that completely false:

First and foremost I've learned you're never too old that with a whole lot of hard work you can get closer to being the person you want to be. Still a ways to go, but I've accomplished more in the last 365 days than I ever imagined.

I've learned 40 isn't the age you suddenly wake up and become a right wing asshole.

I've learned you're never too old to geek out and be a fanboy over your new favorite band...or be sad about another one ending.

I've learned a $400 gadget strapped to your wrist can have life changing effects.

I've learned you're never too old to have your heart completely broken when you least expect it.

I've learned that sometimes a lifetime of dreams can come true.

I've learned life without Facebook is actually a lot happier.

Most of all I've learned that life isn't always perfect, but it's not nearly as shitty as I'd convinced myself a couple of years ago. When I look back on the last 40 years (or at least the 37 or so I can remember) I realize while things maybe haven't turned out exactly like I'd hoped, all things considered it's been a pretty good ride.

Here's to 40 more.