Finding Strength and Love at (Almost) Forty

Hi,

Well hello there, fellow '85 babies! So, we are officially hitting the big 4-0. Remember when that age sounded ancient when were little? Now, here we are, probably wondering where our 20-year-old knees went. Ohh my.😂

Born way back in '85, I'm bracing myself for the big 4-0.

Send coffee (and maybe some anti-aging cream)! Thank you. 😉

Let's be real, this "forties" thing is a bit of a rollercoaster. Physically, things are… shifting. Like, suddenly my back makes noises my car doesn't. And finding a comfy pajamas feels like a national treasure hunt. Emotionally? One minute I'm Wonder Woman, the next I'm crying because I saw a cute lion cub on TV. It's a wild ride!

Spiritually, I'm trying to figure out what "inner peace" actually means. Is it when the kids are quiet for five whole minutes? Is it when I finally remember where I left my car keys? I suspect true inner peace is about finding calm amidst life's chaos, accepting imperfections with grace, and perhaps even finding a little peace in the humor of the ongoing search. 

Career-wise, it's like, "Okay, I've climbed this mountain… is there another, slightly less steep hill now?" Some days I'm conquering the world, other days I just want to conquer my overflowing inbox. It's all part of the adventure, right?

And the people around us? Kids are growing (and talking back more!). Parents might need a little extra care. Friends? They're the superheroes who understand when you cancel plans because your pajamas are calling your name. Love? The nature of love is ever-evolving. What once burned brightly might need nurturing to glow again. Or perhaps, life surprises us with the delicate beginnings of something entirely new. Who knows!

Look, turning 40 isn't about having it all figured out. It's about figuring it out with a few more wrinkles, a few more stories, and definitely a better sense of humor about the whole beautiful, messy thing. We're strong, we're smart, and we've survived the 90s! We can handle this.

So here's to us, the '85 crew! May our coffee be strong, our laughs be loud, and our journey through this amazing decade be filled with love, growth, and maybe just a little bit of glorious chaos. Cheers to 40 – let's see what you've got! 😉

P/s: And in a beautiful coincidence, today marks the radiant 40th birthday of one of my dearest friends, Thara. Sending her a cascade of heartfelt prayers on this truly special occasion. 💕