The rumors are true. Today marks the beginning of a new decade as I slowly march toward figuring out what lies beyond this life. Whatever it is, I hope there is cheese. Based on the pain I feel in my hips, knees, lower back, and how many times I ask people to repeat themselves, I assume death will not come quickly. Instead, she will play a long game slowly robbing me of bodily functions with each passing year. Adult diapers are days away. As she does, I want to introduce a new annual tradition.

“This Is 40” serves as a retrospective. Beginning with 1983, I selected my favorite song from each year I have called this planet home. All songs are from my personal collection. It is my birthday present to you. I hope you’ll enjoy and, perhaps, find something new to love.

Be good to each other,

Nathan