Turning 30
I recently celebrated my 30th birthday and as a woman this is ‘supposed’ to be some kind of milestone that most fear. For me, turning 30 has been a gift. It’s given me a chance to look at the last decade and see how far I’ve come, how much my priorities have changed, and how lucky I truly am to be alive in this world.
In 10 years, I’ve…
- had just about every hair color imaginable (including purple, blue, green, and fire engine red),
- bought an apartment,
- graduated college,
- attended so many rock concerts that I probably have permanent ear damage (totally worth it),
- got married,
- lived in Germany and Spain,
- been a nanny, waitress, receptionist, and actress,
- and, had a 30th birthday party where people gave a bit of a shocked look when I revealed my age and repeatedly told me that I don’t look 30!
Also turning 30 has allowed me the chance to get excited about the next 10 years. I know that there will be ‘unexpected’ events outside my control but I’m excited for the next decade in during which I’ll hopefully become a mother, finally go on that honeymoon, buy a bigger apartment, fall deeper in love with my husband and bond with my mom over her grandchildren. It seems I gain wisdom, patience, insight, power, and freedom every year. While I don’t know what’s in store for me in the years ahead, I imagine that when I hit 40 my list of the last 10 years will astound even myself. What are the next 10 years going to hold for you?
30 is great and the beginning of another fantastic decade. Enjoy it!