As an ordinary octogenarian in my mid-80s, I often feel like the eldest in any group I join, whether it's for social gatherings or part of my daily routine in the city.

Like an early bird, I go to the Well & Fitness health club across from my residence in Gangnam District, Seoul, around 5 a.m. for energizing gym exercises, followed by hot water bathing. There I cannot find any members who are older than me. The club members are undoubtedly physically healthier and appear fresher and more attractive than I am, as well as my fellow octogenarians.

Among the many regular opinion column contributors to The Korea Times, I believe I may be one of the eldest. Younger columnists, whether man or woman, Korean or foreign, seem to possess much broader scope of........

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