Who’s Counting?
The calendar says that today I am 55. I would say that calendar is wrong, that I could not possibly be.
I do feel a bit kicked around by my recent surgery, and if I stand and stare at the mirror, I would have to notice the wrinkles and greying hair.
I feel much wiser than I was twenty years ago, much more patient, kind, appreciative, accepting, and willing to be accepted for the imperfect person that I am.
So…..I guess it might have taken me that long to get that way……
I spent my day reading birthday wishes in cards and emails, and receiving birthday wishes by phone
Eating the birthday cookies my dad brought down to me yesterday.
Enjoying the company of my husband
And Rebecca’s dog, Ellie
Unwrapping a big bear hug from Morgan
Watching the squirrels and birds in the backyard
And having pizza, wings, and good conversation with George and Rebecca for birthday dinner.
I never left home, as that seemed like it would be too much for me, but everything about this day made it special.
Posted: August 19th, 2008 under celebrations.
Comments: 7
Comments
Comment from Iris
Time: August 19, 2008, 8:24 pm
Happy birthday! When you love your home and the people (and dogs!) in it, there’s no need to celebrate anywhere else. Enjoy what’s left of the big day.
Comment from Dad
Time: August 19, 2008, 8:56 pm
Happy Birthday again daughter & I enjoyed your blog today very much-Love Ya Dad
Comment from Dad
Time: August 20, 2008, 7:08 am
Glad to see you on Monday and am very happy that surgery is now behind you and able to celebrate your birthday quietly at home today. sorry I couldn’t sing to you on Tuesday but was very busy at that moment. Only do what you feel capable of doing. Love and Happy Birthday. Evelyn
Comment from Becky
Time: August 20, 2008, 9:29 pm
HAPPY BIRTHDAY. What a wonderful family you have, and it looks like you had a really nice day. Thanks for showing us your family too. Sometimes I wish I were 55 again. I’m midway between 65 and 66 and I just don’t know where the time goes. The older you get the faster it flies by. Of course at 55 I was working and putting in many hours a week. Now I have so much more free time and it just seems to get lost.
Continue to get better, and say “Hi” to all your family.
Comment from Fiona
Time: August 21, 2008, 5:16 am
Hi Jan, this is Fiona from the pincushion swap. I’m just visiting your blog for the first time and was shocked to hear about your fall. So glad you’re recovering and enjoyed your birthday. Don’t worry about the swap, just concentrate on resting and relaxing.
Best wishes,
Fiona
Comment from Mary Carlson
Time: August 22, 2008, 11:26 am
A belated happy birthday, Jan! I’m glad to hear you are doing well and healing quickly. Hang in there, it’s just a matter of time before you will be feeling whole again and having the energy you had before.
Comment from JeanMac
Time: August 22, 2008, 9:53 pm
Happy, happy birthday!
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