I was astounded. I had no idea anything like Bitcoin existed.

It's weird, but I really resonate with this. Before learning about Bitcoin, I couldn't fathom it. Even reading a lot about money and the history of money, I somehow managed to miss the cypherpunks and electronic cash. And if you don't come at it from that angle, it really is difficult to imagine. It makes me wonder what other areas of my life have such glaring holes that I cannot see.

Excellent story! Thanks for posting!