Day 18, August 24th, Rarotonga

I was going to write something today about getting old as it is my birthday. I am 44 which seems closer to being old than young.

Yet for whatever reason I still feel a lot younger. I feel as if I am closer in age to a 29-year-old than a 59-year old. I suppose it is the lack of family responsibility.

There are things you think about on a birthday, but I guess I still feel as if my best days are ahead of me.

For all those who wished me a happy birthday, you'll be glad to know that I did. A fruity breakfast was followed with some sunbathing and reading, a 4WD run around part of the country here admiring the beautiful countryside, and a show in the evning featuring Cook Islands singing and dancing. It could hardly have been a better day.

I am very lucky to be here... I wonder if they need any aged radio producers here.