Jack: "Lemon, I want to thank you for showing me that I could have a pleasant
evening with a woman my own age.
Liz: "I'm twelve years younger than you."
Jack: "A woman your age then."
-30 Rock
I turned 30 years old in December. It's hard to believe that my years as a twenty-something are over. So many things happened during those 10 years:
Moved out of my parents house
Graduated from college, earning a Bachelor's degree
Met and dated a lot (well, not a ton) of really great guys
Fell in love for the first time
Lost loved ones
Lived by myself
Got married
Sold a house
Moved out of state
Bought a house
Had a baby
Quit jobs
Started new jobs
Lived as a stay-at-home mom
Sold a house
Moved again
While my birthday itself was not one big party, I did spend a lot of time reflecting upon the last 10 years of my life. I felt very glad for all the experiences I had. Some were great. Some were heartbreaking. Some were surreal. Some sucked big time. But, when I look at my list I realize I have done a lot of things some people in their 20s may not have. And, as a result, I feel very empowered as I venture into the next decade of my life. I am taking so much knowledge and experience with me that I know will help me as a thirty-something person.
Sometimes it is difficult for me to comprehend that I am no longer this care-free high schooler or a sleep deprived college student or a single girl looking for the perfect guy. Those were the days...in my 20s.
On the other hand, I still have plenty of time to experience things that will eventually be "those were the days" experiences. And for that, I am excited.
Thoughts?
On the other hand, I still have plenty of time to experience things that will eventually be "those were the days" experiences. And for that, I am excited.
Thoughts?
