I think that life is full of lessons. Sometimes you need to take a minute to really appreciate them.
You all know I recently turned 48. Age to me is a state of mind, more than just a number on a page. I am constantly learning and growing. I'd have to say I am changing for the better. I definitely have grown and come into my own in the last 2 years. I would even say that in the last year, my life views have changed and developed. I would like to share with you some of the lessons I have learned.
1) No matter what happens, be true to yourself first. - You can't go along in life pretending to be something you just aren't. It eats you up inside until you forget the fabulous person you can be.
2) Friends make life bearable. - I have the most fabulous friends. Whether old or new, I treasure each and every one of them.
3) Don't be afraid to take a chance. - The old adage is true.You never know unless you try. Granted you may fail, but isn't that better than never knowing?
4) When life is getting you down, reach out. - I have the best support system. I got through some tough times with their help.
5) Sometimes the gift of a person's time means more than any words they can ever say. - Self explanatory, and you know who you are.
6) If you need someone, tell them. - Don't be too proud or stubborn to do so.
7) Look at the world with childlike wonder. - You will be amazed at how much more you appreciate what you see.
8) Don't be afraid to admit you are wrong. - We make mistakes, but learning from them helps us grow.
9) Life is so much more than material things. - Memories, photos, smells, feelings - celebrate all of these things.
10) Accept what has happened and move on. - Dwelling on the negative does no good for anyone.
11) I will never be the same size that I was in high school. - Sure, some people are able to achieve that, but for me, it is feeling good in the size I'm in. Honestly? If someone cares about you, it does not matter to them if you have gained weight. In their eyes, you are someone they care deeply for no matter what size you are. Love yourself.
12) Putting someone else down is not lifting you up.
13) Laugh often - and loudly. - I do, every chance I get. I have the best vacations with Duffy Thomas because we laugh. Everything isn't serious. Life is meant to be fun - or you're doing it wrong.
14) Embrace new experiences. - I have grown from every first I've had. I crave it now. I want to experience it all. I have done things even in the past few days I never thought I was capable of doing.
15) Know your emotional triggers. - If being alone makes you sad at times, get up. Go out. Read. Don't let the sadness win. I have struggled with tears at times. I am not ashamed of being an emotional person, but I know that to push past that, I need to get away from the thought making me sad.
16) Strive to find what makes you happy. - I know that there are a few things I'd like to change in my life, but I am working on them. I refuse to let life pass me by.
17) Work is always work. - Make the best of what you have, but if you are truly unhappy, seek other opportunities. Change is the only constant.
18) Live life on your own terms. - Some folks have a timetable of when things should happen. You are the only one who can decide that. If you are happy, it doesn't matter. Follow your rules.
19) Smile at someone every day, or wish someone you care about a good morning. - It may seem like a small thing, but it matters. It shows that we care about someone other than ourselves. It most likely makes the recipient smile too.
20) Be the best version of yourself you can be. - Not an earth-shattering secret, but tough for some. Stop if you feel yourself being short with someone, and change your attitude. If you make negative comments, put yourself in the other person's shoes for a moment. We only have each day for 24 hours. Make the absolute most out of it that you can. You will never get it back.
So, my life is a work in progress, but I know I have gone from a miserable woman to the person you see before you. I am not perfect. I may say stupid things sometimes. I, however, will never be boring.
I seek the flavor of life - to let the juices of experience run down my chin as I savor every moment. I don't know what tomorrow will bring, but I know this: I'll be waiting.
I'd say 48 is an ok place to be. Here's me - no makeup. I think I'm going to be just fine.
Until we meet again, my friends -
Angie
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