Well That Was A Surprise!

Birthday Eve

Well, this is it.  The night before I turn 40.  I'm feeling a little sad, actually.  It feels like Christmas day to me.  The countdown is always more dramatic and magical.  The actual day is just a day.

It's a good metaphor I suppose. The journey is more important than the destination. (Ok, that made me gag a little.) But not untrue.  On my way to 40, I've had plenty of fun and learned somethings as well; mostly about myself.  Let's check these off:

• I made friends and reconnected with some cool people in my life.
• Accomplished some goals like giving up sugar and booze (for a while)
• Nearly completed a marathon.
• Gained confidence.
• I made 40 seem awesome!
• Shared stories
• Went all crazy with Random Acts of Kindess
• Became nicer.....
• Felt loved by friends
• Learned that I love to write and that I don't completely stink for a novice.

Sure there are plenty of things on my big list of "To-Dos" and I'm confident I'll continue working at them throughout the year. I'm most pleased that I followed through with this blog.  Really proud of myself.  This might be the best year of my life......

It takes a long time to become young.  -Pablo Picasso

PS I just heard a loud knock at the door and found 5 of my friends signing happy birthday to me!  

TO ME!! YAY! Best Birthday Surprise Ever!!