Smith shares a delightful, intellectual romp through life's milestones--being born, learning to drive, and getting married--all enlivened with apropos philosophy.

Includes index.

Being born -- Learning to walk and talk -- Starting school -- Learning to ride a bike -- Taking exams -- Having your first kiss -- Losing your virginity -- Passing your driving test -- Casting your first vote -- Getting a job -- Falling in love -- Tying the knot -- Having children -- Moving house -- Going through a mid-life crisis -- Getting divorced -- Retiring -- Living the third age -- Going out in style.