Today, Saturday, October 10th is my 44th birthday.
Last week this depressed me. For months I had thought I would be celebrating my birthday as a self-bosser. But, that dream didn’t come to pass, not yet anyway.
I made peace with this and decided to celebrate my upcoming birthday in small ways, everyday for the whole week.
Celebrating Life
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Sunday – After visiting my Mom in the morning, my husband and I hung out all day and did nothing but watch some of my favorite movies. We watched three of the four Airport
disaster movie series, (I love all the old 70′s disaster films) and had a great day! This was my first ‘me’ day in almost three weeks. I needed this day. I felt renewed and rejuvenated.
Monday – I picked out a dozen bright pink roses which my husband bought for me. Beautiful.
Tuesday – I spent some time alone in the bookstore, bought the delightful looking book Blogging for Bliss
Wednesday – Another book, an Amazon gift…to me, from me…Improv Wisdom: Don’t Prepare, Just Show Up
Thursday - The gift of time…I spent most of the day with my Mom, visited with my brother, and I took time to just sit, relax and read.
Friday - A fabulous lunch with a very close friend-great food and great company. A wonderful wedding anniversary card from my husband and a quiet, relaxing evening home together. It was a very good day.
Saturday - Happy Birthday to me! A whole week of celebrating life! I spent time alone doing things I love, I spent time with my husband, my Mom, my family, and my friends. It was a wonderful week.
Celebrating this way for a whole week, taking the time to appreciate the little things, honoring my need to spend some time alone, spending quality time with people I care about and who care about me and really paying attention to each moment has changed my outlook in so many ways.
I was depressed last week as my birthday approached because my plans hadn’t worked out. But, were they really plans or just wishes? I now have a new perspective, a new plan and a new attitude.
Ideas are still peculating, but I feel more confident than ever that my dreams will come true.
112 days and counting…stay tuned.
And remember, celebrate life every day, in every small way. It really does make a difference.
Have a great weekend!!
Wow, Beth. This really made me feel good. Thank you. Hugs, Sandy
Thanks, Heather. I didn’t realize we were just about the same age. Cool.
Thanks, Moira!! You sure do travel a lot. All that vegan inspired energy!
i just got back from celebrating life with friends at the grand canyon and in santa fe. every day a dream. missed this til now, so i celebrate your life today! thank you for being born. you’re an inspiration, sandy! xomoira
Just want to let you in on a secret- turning 50 was fabulous! That birthday was extra-special. It seemed empowering somehow. I finally knew myself better, both my strengths and my weaknesses, what my passions were, and what I wanted to do with the rest of my life. I felt wise for the first time ever. It was like knowing I had been through decades of life’s lessons and now it was time to share my knowledge with others. I sensed more respect from my family members and others who I was around.
Some places actually start giving a seniors discount at 50, and while I didn’t feel like I was old yet, I did appreciate saving some money.
Many more people recognized my actual birthday that year with awesome gifts,cards, phone cards, and more. It was very unlike a typical birthday and I was pleasantly surprised. My husband and I stayed at a great bed and breakfast in our area and had a romantic and fun time together. Very renewing!
Happy Birthday!!! I just made it under the wire (at least where I am – it’s 11:29).
We’re pretty close to the same age. I’ll turn 44 in May.
Hi Becky, Wow, we are the same age??!! We’ll make it. We will keep plugging away and building our dreams. Thanks for the birthday wishes!!
Hugs, Sandy
Thank you, Sandi!!
Thanks, Barbara! Great advice.
Happy Birthday !
You are a self bosser but you are just have to finish up a long term gig before choosing something different. Start thinking of your employer as a client (one you wouldn’t choose again)
Happy Happy Birthday!! And Aniversary too! I love that you extended your special day! Surrounding yourself with loved ones and things you love. Perfect!!
xoxo
Do you know what’s crazy Sandy? You and I are the same age!!! I will be 44 Nov 1! AND…I and in the same boat as you. I have the plans, the dreams, the vision to be a self-bosser…..but everything moves sooooo ssslooowww. It’s hard for me to remember to be patient. I have had a week of setbacks as well. Money is tight (even the price of business cards are a stretch right now-and Christmas is coming) and then my husbands truck breaks. $800 later, my business cards seem even farther down the road. It’s just HARD. But I guess if I have to move forward in milimeters, at least it still forward. There will always be bumps in the road (maybe I should start taking the ditch!). Good for you for celebrating with friends, family, and happiness. At the end of the day, that’s what matters anyway. Happy birthday!
Becky