Well, it’s that time of year again. You know "that time"? When your special day rolls around on the calendar to remind you that you're one step closer to support hose, dentures, and really long afternoon naps!
I may be another year older, but this year the day will be considerably different than last. I had a great birthday last year (probably one of the best ever) but my mindset wasn’t as good as it is this year. Like I always say, change is good!
As busy as I am, I know my day will come and go. I'm hopeful the odd person will wish me all the best; I’ll be grateful, I always am. There will not be a cake. No gifts will be given. That's not true; I know I will give myself one very specific gift. I’ll look in the mirror, thank God I am alive, and pray another year passes, and I don’t fall and break a hip.
 |
| April 9th, 2012 - HAPPY BIRTHDAY Taken: April 1982 |
Because I've never really celebrated my birthday, there are very few pictures marking the specific day.
The photo I am posting was taken thirty one years ago this week. The cake and photo were courtesy of my favourite cousin Joanne, and the pic was snapped at their kitchen counter in North Bay.
Look at me! Who was that girl all those years ago?
I remember that very day (it was a Saturday). I remember I was happy. It was a very happy time in my life. Better yet? I know that on this day thirty one years later, the answer is exactly the same!
Lastly? The fact that it’s my birthday week means that I get to do my math any way I choose...
This year? I am one very happy 29 year old!!
May you have many more happy birthdays. And may you never FEEL old, only more aware of the blessings of this life.
ReplyDeleteLOL - I had the same haircut that year.
ReplyDeleteStopping by from the Blogging from A to Z April Challenge FB page.
I'm enjoying your blog so much that I'm nominating you for a Liebster Award! Congratulations! All will be revealed on Saturday at sothisis40-really.blogspot.com
ReplyDelete