A man in middle age may have lost much he once took for granted: his youth, his looks, and perhaps, for some, his hair. Perhaps even his ambition. But he gains something as well. At least he should. At this stage of life, a man should have philosophy or perhaps, better said, philosophy should have him. Middle age is close enough to the inevitable end. You know - the end we all try to deny. At this age, one has to finally face it and facing death makes either makes one insane, enlightened or a philosopher. Most people choose philosopher.