I am 40.
When my parents were this age, they seemed ancient to me. This one hurts a little more than any other birthday. It signifies the passing of some eras that were sweet & sentimental.
Nope- I don’t need to rewind to my 20’s… I’m good. But, my 30’s, they were wonderful, and so formative to who I am today.
Something about this aging process has brought out the real in me. Oh yes, I have some strong sentiments that I can boldly say at 40, that I would not have uttered at 30. You ready? It’s going to be a fun list:
Hummus- ew. I just can’t. I used to pretend I could just because it’s healthy… I used to buy it just to let it take residency on the second shelf of my fridge.
Washcloths & underwear, you know what they have in common? They are not worth folding. Drawers and baskets contain them just fine.
Top 40 radio- it’s mostly gone by the wayside… we may try the Kidzbop versions from time to time, but as for me and my house, we shall not be well-versed in the slang and nuances of twenty-something writers.
I can live without my phone… It makes me its slave so easily some days.
The older I have gotten, the better my relationship has gotten with dessert. Amen! The temptation just isn’t there anymore!
There’s nothing like being with my kids… there’s also nothing like being without them——even if just to drive thru Dunkin Donuts alone 😄.
There is no person who is too scary or intimidating to chat with.
My house is cluttered. I am not Joanna Gaines.
I am a better wife at 40 than ever before. Forgiveness, kindness, even “no commenting” go a LONG way.
Opinions- this one is a BIGGIE. I am learning that the opinion of others is worth less than what I originally thought. I used to thrive in my youth on the opinions of others. Now? My audience has 1. The One who is sovereign, Creator, and over all. I need no applause or criticism if it’s not found in Him.
There’s my list… a little older and bolder, but I pray wiser by the day! Thanking God today for all His blessings in my life, which unfold continually. Love to you all 🥰
