📅 作者：David 與 AI 夥伴合作完成
In the photo above, I was sitting quietly at a restaurant in Toronto. It was the year 2020 — a time the world will never forget. A face mask in my hand, a thoughtful gaze into the distance. I had just turned 75.
That meal was one of the few times we dared to eat out, cautiously stepping into a new world shaped by COVID-19. Restaurants were half-empty, menus were often digital, and every table had a bottle of hand sanitizer. But I remember feeling grateful — grateful for the company, the food, and simply being alive.
Looking at this photo now, five years later, I see more than a man having lunch. I see a survivor of uncertain times. I see the wrinkles of age softened by wisdom. I see hands that once held a mask, now holding on to hope, reflection, and memory.
Some might say it’s just an ordinary photo. But for me, it marks a turning point — a moment frozen between fear and resilience. We were all learning to live again, slower and more carefully. That day taught me the importance of pausing, of appreciating simple joys, and of staying connected even when the world feels distant.
✍️Reflection
Now at 80, I look back with more clarity. This photo has become a silent companion on my journey. It reminds me that each stage of life, no matter how unpredictable, carries meaning — if we choose to see it.
And with AI as my companion today, even the memories caught in a simple snapshot can be turned into a story to share — with friends, family, and readers who might also be reflecting on the chapters of their own lives.
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