Before I start this Birthday post, I must preface it by saying - I'm not a Birthday person, so to speak. Celebrating others, I love...but when it comes to me blowing out the candles, I've never really been about that for some reason. Gifts make me uneasy and as much as I love going out of my way for others - it makes me slightly nervous when they go out of their way for me. One thing I am not apprehensive about is age. Even with the wrinkles, I've actually been super excited to turn 30. For years now, actually. Because somehow, every year keeps getting better in my crazy life - and 30 always seemed to be an age when people have it going on. The age where people are completely comfortable in their skin. They finally start to figure out what they want from this crazy life. I remember looking at people in their 30's when I was in my early 20's thinking - I can't wait to be that girl. Of course I couldn't ever utter the words, " I wish I was 30" nor do I ever want to wish days away - but I do remember that thought dancing through my mind on more than one occasion. And on May 23, 2012 - I am that girl. And I am thrilled to be her.
I live a blessed life. A life I am thankful for every.single.day. A life I
give thanks for every single day. The last 30 years of my little life on this planet have been full of - life. Ups, downs, highs and lows - but it has been full. I couldn't ask for more...love, travel, amazing friendships - it's safe to say, I am thrilled to welcome the next 30 years. And I honestly couldn't ask for a better person to take on the next few decades with - Mr. C is such a fun partner in crime, and our trusty side kick, Otto, couldn't be a more fabulous first addition to our mini family. Things in the Super Burbs are pretty darn good, and I can't wait to see what's next...but I a super happy about what's happening at this very moment.
So I guess when I say gifts make me uneasy - I mean of the material kind. Because my 30 years have been filled to the brim with gifts beyond measure. And when I put it that way, I am most certainly a Birthday person.
Here's to a 30 years as fabulous as the last...
xoxo,
Abby Blaire with the Yellow Hair
(that's for you Mom & Dad - thank you for giving me a life worth gushing about)
5 comments:
A very very happy birthday to you! I hope you get an ombre cake and a good kiss.
you are seriously the sweetest gal around. happy birthday!!! 30s rule ;)
happy birthday!! You're making me want to turn 30 :) Keep up your zest for life, you are an inspiration!
xo, Liz
Happiest Birthday! Wishing you decades of wonder and enjoyment!
Abby, you explained the unease I feel about birthdays so beautifully it took my breath away. This post is just sublime, and I know the next 30 years will be, too! Happy belated birthday!
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