It’s been a while since I’ve used birthday candles on my cakes, but if I did, I’d want one as cute as this (and flameless, lest I should set off any alarms)…
Source: ikatbag.com via Emily on Pinterest
So, 36 just sneaked right up and bonked me on the head.
I honestly didn’t think about the fact that it is my birthday until I opened my Facebook page and saw the deluge of warm wishes from family and friends! I couldn’t help but smile as the emails, texts, phone calls, and Facebook wishes rolled in. Thanks, ya’ll!
It made me think of past birthdays.
When it comes down to it, age really is just a number.
25 sucked because I expected it to suck. It was one of the most miserable years of my life. I got what I expected.
Then, I started expecting more. 30 was awesome. I’d just married my best friend, and knew it was going to be a great year. It was.
35 was even better.
What matters is outlook.
I’ve often heard, “You get what you ask for…” and “Come expecting…”
I am doing just that.
Should Jesus tarry, I expect it to be my best year yet!
What age did you like being the most? What age did you like being the least?
Beth Larrabee says
I hope you have a FANTASTIC year!
Marina says
Oh yes! May this be your best year yet on every front!!
Maureen says
Have a wonderful year! I’ve liked all of my adult years – you couldn’t PAY me enough to relive those teen years!!
Canadian Mom Blogger says
Happy Birthday Virginia! I wish you the best year ahead.
Karen says
Happy birthday. And with an attitude like the one you have, you will have a wonderful year!
Donna says
Happy Belated Birthday! I hope this is your best year, yet!
Toni says
You are going to have a wonderful year!!!
Amy says
I love your outlook!!
Laurie says
A great year for you ahead, best wishes~!
Melissa Au says
I don’t have a best or worst year I don’t think. I am enjoying being in my 30’s though.
Tricia Night owl mama says
so far true and a great way to look at it. I gave up birthdays I don’t like them any more
Crystal says
I turned 30 and it hasn’t been as bad as I expected. I guess my favorite years was 21 because I got married 😉
nicole says
Every age has it’s good and bad KWIM? My 22 year rocked!
Marcie W. says
I sure hope you’re right. I just reached 29 last week and I am DREADING next year’s big number. I am trying to be grateful to even be able to celebrate another year, but it’s tough.