Humans have always searched for the meaning of life, at least until Douglas Adams revealed the answer to be 42.

While I can't offer a comparable answer to life, the universe and everything, I can suggest some thoughts that might help you cope with the human condition.

  1. Nobody owns anything. The only variable is how long you borrow something for; a day, a month, five years or till death.
  2. Tell the people you love that you love them. If you rely on the assumption they already know, you might not get the chance.
  3. Love and care for animals because they need us.
  4. Don't just save up for a rainy day, save up for days that make life fun.
  5. If you lose your temper during an argument, apologise to the other person as soon as you can.
  6. Realise that your opinions today will change with the years.
  7. There is never only one right answer to anything.
  8. While you're waiting for a friend to call, they are waiting for you. So call them.
  9. Forgive yourself as often as you need to.
  10. On the road, always move out of the way of a tailgater and let them speed on.

Take care in 2021 and beyond.