The article reflects on the author's life in a non-smoking apartment building, particularly their interactions with a neighbor nicknamed 'Cigarman.' Despite having a good living situation, the author faces conflicts due to their rescue dog, Shelby's, reactivity. As they approach 65, they contemplate aging alone and the importance of having a supportive social network versus a restricted one. The author values the building's amenities and friendly neighbors while questioning their future in the home they've known for nearly 30 years.
As I approach my 65th birthday and officially become a senior, I start to think about aging alone and aging in place.
Cigarman does not like this, and when I see him in the elevator, he is less than cordial.
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