30 - to both

I think the very peculiar fate of un-thinking and lazy people lies in this: much of action seem wasteful and burdensome, apparently serving no other purpose but movement, and at best good health. It is of no surprise and who can blame them. From a very young age, they had books thrust upon them, the mastery of which promised wealth and gain. For those who do not master them, consolation is sought elsewhere. But even for those who have succeeded, remember that in those books lie not only wisdom but treachery and falsehood. False beliefs, false prejudices and falsehoods still plague the best of us - let them not waste your time - 30 years have already been way too long. As Nietzsche said, a casual stroll through the lunatic asylum shows that faith does not prove anything. Yes, faith is just a blinkered fool last recourse behind walls that collapse into his despair. Fearful of death and more fearful of life, it seems cowardice is the fool's final refuge. So if there is anything I wish for the both of you at 30, is for a little less learning, less faith and more adventure.