I found a quote I really like:
The most important
thing I can tell you about aging is this: If you really feel that you
want to have an off-the-shoulder blouse and some big beads and thong
sandals and a dirndl skirt and a magnolia in your hair, do it. Even if
you're wrinkled.
I love that because I know I already have been doing this in subtle ways, but now to do this without a worry or concern. I just want to be great and loving to my friends that are like my family, my partner, my offspring and my animal family. What I can give to others, what can I do to be a better me and can I wear those big beads with the magnolia in my hair? As long as I keep wearing black:)
As March approaches, I am reminded by one of the most important people in my life not here with me, Linda. This birthday seems empty in some ways without her, but at the same time she taught me to love and accept new people and experiences. She would wear the off-the-shoulder blouse except it would have some bling, maybe a few studs and definitely by a quality maker.
She also taught me go in with your eyes wide open. This came to the forefront as in yesterdays occasion. My friend Alexis and her husband were adding a new member permanently to their wonderful family. A baby sister for Will and Harrison. Little Jane has the Linda enthusiasm and sparkle. Although I was uncomfortable because it was all new to me, I pulled up my big girl britches and said, "it is new, it is wonderful and I will be happy I went." The moment of hesitation melted away and I went in with my eyes and heart wide open. Plus how can you resist such a great event, great family and this little face?
So I am definitely going to have a little Maya, a little Linda, a little Jane and a whole lot of me on this 50th hallmark:)
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