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ONCE AND FUTURE BOHEMIAN?

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Years ago I decided the best description for my approach to life is that of being a Hedonistic Bohemian. In other words, I loved deriving pleasure from life and it formed the basis for many of the habits and enjoyments I experienced. From sexual pleasures to enjoying good food, to good wine (and other drinks), to spending time expounding on all sorts of topics with friends, my life was focused on the good things we, as humans, can experience. In many ways I still consider myself a Hedonistic Bohemian. I love to wander, love meeting new people and engaging in a social experience. A Bohemian. I love the more carnal pleasures of good food, strong drink and - once upon a time - enthusiastic sex. A Hedonist. On a recent trip to the Caribbean I spent an hour or more most days on the balcony of a cruise ship with my pants off, or in the ship's bar drinking martinis with newfound friends, or enjoying the tours and foods of the various destinations we visited. And on most days...