I have tried to accurately recall my thoughts, feelings and actions as I reached each tenth anniversary of my birth. Billy Hettler, age 10 Life is play, action, learning and family gatherings. Exploring the world is a high priority. A new Schwinn Phantom bike, with a built in horn and light made my birthday perfect. The purpose of life is to have fun, through action oriented activities.
Television is something primarily for adults.
Our play was in the outdoor world. 20 Life is independence, intellectual curiosity, sports, legal responsibilities, and the mate selection process. Drivers licenses and draft cards help to transition this young adult into the world of social responsibility. College makes the exploration of the meaning of life a legitimate, credit earning activity. More questions than answers are encountered.