Signs of Sadness

I have had my share of health issues, that's for sure. I have had relationship problems, that's for sure. I don't think I've seen so much suffering in the last years as this man. It occurred to me, that in perspective, my life has been fairly easy. The old man sat in front of his cocktail, silently, not having to say anything. I sat, sipping my beer, wondering if things would turn out this way for me. Would I eventually wear such signs of sadness?