Between Innings - Acceptance

"How we spend our days is, of course, how we spend our lives." - Annie Dillard

I used to think I had all the time in the world—plenty of innings left to make my mark, to build something meaningful, to enjoy life. Like most Gen Xers, I’d hear people say, “Life flies by,” and shrug it off. But here I am, realizing just how fast the years have moved. It’s surreal to think about retirement, to notice the little aches and breath-catching moments, to see classmates passing on. Life isn’t infinite, and I’m finally beginning to see it.

This idea of time slipping by has a funny way of putting things in perspective, whether in life, baseball, or business. We’re all trying to dodge our mortality in some way, filling our days with TikTok videos, vacations, the next work project, sports, or maybe a few drinks after a long day. But that constant chase and distraction can keep us from looking at the bigger picture. I’ve realized that running from reality only makes the race seem longer and the end even more jarring.

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