"I Still Remember" - Bloc Party
I actually had a good time at my 30th high school reunion on Saturday night. Of course it's always a time to see what the ravages of age have done to one's peers (and how you stack up in that category). I was a bit stunned that one of my close friends from basketball days -- a guy who could dunk despite being 5'10" -- had undergone two hip replacement surgeries and was probably about 100 pounds heavier. I had a funny moment at the bar with a girl I had a mad crush on in those days -- I mentioned that I really liked her back then and she replied "did you ever speak to me?" Well, I had once or twice, with great effort, but obviously didn't make a big impression. (This song popped in my head while having this conversation.)
Overall, I was struck by the warmth with which most people greeted each other and the fact that 30 years breaks down a lot of social barriers. I was glad I went.
