End of an Era

There are actually two things i wanted to post about but i guess that they are related.  One is on the process of ageing, and one way to observe that is by watching the numerous videos of Mr Lee Kuan Yew now being shown on TV.  In his prime, he was a fiery speaker who was quick and sharp, with a clear, booming voice.  this video below is truly epic and i can only marvel how he avoided all the traps set up by the american press trying to push their own agenda. it is also quite clear that they were nowhere near the same level as he was



As Mr Lee aged however, the speed at which he spoke visibly slowed, and his volume also decreased. even though he frequently exercised, over time, he fell ill more often - and eventually he was gone.  this simply underscores that brilliance, even as bright and blinding as Mr Lee, is only temporary.

Whats more a light a faint as mine?  have i already reached my peak, and from here on, an inevitable decline? already, i can feel weaker physically.  i try to run a few times a week, but once i miss these runs for one week, my fitness levels simply drop drastically.

so it comes to this mini identity crisis of mine.  do i try to force myself further in my current role? or do i change direction and find something that i feel is more suited to my own character? some thinking to do here..