Wednesday, June 13, 2012

My 30s

Today is the last day of my 30s.
Turning 40 doesn't phase me much. The weirdest thing is that I remember quite clearly when my mom turned 40. I was in high school—my kids aren't in preschool yet.

It's the last day of my 30s, which made me think back on this past decade and just how much has happened: I met Brian, got married, had a baby, learned more about various kinds of pediatric ICUs that I ever wanted to know, said good-bye to and buried a baby, had two more babies, watched them grow. Maybe it's not how much happened, but how momentous those each of those things were. The last half of the decade was particularly jammed-packed.

Maybe my 40s will be easier? slower? Probably not, I don't think life really works that way. Gentler, maybe? That might be nice.

I turn 40 tomorrow. The 40 celebrations I've allotted myself have already started and will continue. I turn 40 tomorrow. Feel free to use that as an excuse to enjoy cake or ice cream or to raise a glass of the libation of your choice.

7 comments:

  1. Happy almost birthday, Sara :) I hope you have a rockin day, and that the wisdom and grace you've acquired through your 30s makes your 40's, and beyond, happy and wonderful!
    xo

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  2. Happy, happy birthday to you lovely Sara.

    I hope your 40s hold many wonderful things and that they are gentler on your heart than the previous decade.

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  3. I remember when my mom was 36 ... random but I do. clear as day. I was 8 years old ... maybe 9. I am 36 now with a newborn.
    Have a wonderful birthday full of sinful treats!
    And here is to gentler days ... cheers!

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  4. Enjoying a nice glass of red right now on this very chilly winter's night. And toasting you, my friend. Happy birthday. Enjoy this new decade.
    xo

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  5. Happy, happy birthday to you. I hope your 40s are full of good things.

    I love the idea of 40 celebrations. Enjoy them, every one.

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  6. Happy Birthday (yesterday)!

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  7. Sorry that I'm so behind... happy happy belated birthday :)) I'm turning 40 soon... and certainly hope the 4o's are more gentle... hope they're treating you well so far :)) xoxo

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