Wednesday, May 20, 2015

I Woke up Like This



Well, ok, and had a shower, did my hair and put on some make-up for once. What I mean is, I woke up 57 today.  I went to bed 56 and woke up 57 and, although I hate having my picture taken, there comes a time when you realize this is as good as it gets and, (curse you Sir Isaac) gravity isn't going to reverse, and even though you feel 17 inside, (most days) you better get that picture before another 10, or 20 years passes because you will look back and wish you had a decent picture from when you were "younger". Have I perfected the run on sentence? Yes, I think I have.

 A couple weeks ago Earl actually said, "you know, we're pushing 60", which got him the stink eye and the comment that I am not actually pushing anything, thankyouverymuch. Sixty can take care of itself.

Am I the only one who has a love/hate relationship with Birthdays? On the one hand, cake, presents, special fun. On the other hand, wrinkles, creaky joints and wondering if it's time to touch up your roots.  All kidding aside, I am grateful for another year. I find that as the years pass there are some benefits to getting older. For one, the aging is mostly on the outside. I still really do feel young but with the added bonus of 57 years of wisdom and experience.  I am kinder to myself, I care less about outside opinions and more about who I am inside. I am determined to grow older gracefully and keep learning. I know that, even with 57 years of "wisdom and experience", I have a long way to go and a lot to learn. I also have a lot to give.  So Happy Birthday to me.  It's going to be a wonderful day! My youngest daughter is coming to spend the day with me, Earl is taking me to dinner at one of our favorite restaurants tonight, and this weekend my oldest is flying in for a day and we have a big family cookout planned. I think the older we get the more days we should get to celebrate right?

Got any big plans for the weekend?
 

34 comments:

  1. Happy Birthday, Kathleen Grace! What a pretty name and pretty photograph! Okay Missy, you so don't look 57! Love that your celebration will last all weekend too! I found your blog over at Nana Diana's blog, isn't she a hoot?
    Yes, we have big plans, we are going to see our granddaughter in her dance recital Saturday and Sunday and we are celebrating two birthdays in our family! One 15 and the other 45!! Can't wait!
    Enjoy your special day!
    Nancy

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  2. Happy Birthday! I wrote the most lovely comment and it blew up. Suffice it to say that it sounds like a happy week and tell your husband that you have no intention of pushing 60 for three years! You're make 57 look mighty fine!

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  3. Happy Birthday!!!!!! You look lovely! And yes - the older we get the more we should get to celebrate. Will you please tell my family that. I want a party when my birthday comes!!!

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  4. Kathy- You are just beautiful!!! Inside and out! Happy, Happy Birthday to you- I passed 60 flying and love it! I always thought 60 was OLD until I got here....you will be the same. I hope you have a wonderful, wonderful day! xo Diana

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  5. I loved reading your post today. I'll be 60 next month and I realize it is the completion of my 6th decade! I really already am 60, it's just not official. I understand the thing about gravity and sore and achy joints. I'm hoping to follow your graceful example and celebrate it. Thanks for the encouragement! And Happy Birthday!

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  6. Well, you look great Kathy! Happy Birthday, have a lovely day.

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  7. Happy birthday, dear friend. I LOVE your photo! I don't see gravity - I see joy and peace and the heart of a beautiful lady. Enjoy every minute of celebration. I'm out ahead of you a ways and, even though there are days that it doesn't seem possible - the best is yet to come!
    ~Adrienne~

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  8. Love this post. It's exactly how I feel. You wear 57 very well. Happy Birthday!

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  9. Kathy, I never paid attention any birthday till I turned sixty. Things start happening then... sorer muscles when you work..longer to recoop. So before you push sixty, drag 59 around as long as you can. Happy Birthday young lady. xoxo,Susie

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  10. You look very pretty and happy birthday!
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  11. Happy Birthday and have a great day and wonderful birthday rest of the week! Love your post!!!!

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  12. Happy Birthday to you!!! You look fabulous!!! Very pretty picture. Age is just a number..it's what you do with it. After 55, you do have to keep active and moving those joints. Whenever I am feeling, "Oh! I can't do this..I am getting older...." I spy my 88 yr. old widow neighbor who still is out there mowing the lawn and dragging out the garbage cans!!!! (there, that might be the longest run-on sentence). She won't accept help. Says, it keeps her going and everything lubed!!!! She also walks 3-5 miles a day. Clara is my inspiration. At a little over 30 years on me she runs circles around me.
    Have a wonderful celebration with your family!!!!
    Addie

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  13. Happy, Happy Birthday! You look fabulous and very happy.

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  14. Happy Birthday - you look lovely!! You've 'caught' up to me :)! My birthday is in September - and then I'll be a 'bit' ahead of you again; except you look years younger - honestly!! Enjoy your day!!

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  15. Happy Birthday. You look great. I can't believe that I am 64, but when did that happen. embrace each birthday.

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  16. Happy Birthday - my dear sweet friend. You look absolutely beautiful! Your words spoke right to my heart - I'm there with you! I hope you have a lovely extended birthday week. xxoo

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  17. Happy, Happy Birthday my gorgeous friend!! Lovely photo!! Blessings to you in the fabulous year ahead!!

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  18. HAPPY 57th Birthday! I turned 60 in April...it's all good :)
    Enjoy your birthday weekend. Great photo.
    warmly,
    deb

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  19. Hello Kathy, Oh I love this photo and I so totally love what you said in your first paragraph. Can I EVER relate! :-) And honestly, it is the just the most gorgeous photo of you. Happy Birthday and I hope it was the best day ever. Birthday hugs - Dori -

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  20. I passed 60 too and worrying won't help me get to 70! Now I appreciate the days more, and enjoy more, and worry less cause it is what it is. You look pretty in your photo and have a really great smile!

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  21. I think you look SO young and SO pretty! Not lying because you're my friend, either! It's crazy how young I feel in my mind... like you said... it is good though to have some wisdom that experiences bring. We have nothing but good times ahead, walking with the Lord and serving Him and being blessed.

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  22. Hi Kathy! This is super late but I hope you had a wonderful birthday! What a beautiful picture of you. I didn't remember that you have reddish blonde hair. Lucky girl!!

    Today when you left me a message, I realized I've been missing your posts. I'm not sure why...going to check on that.

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  23. Happy Birthday! And everything you said about aging is so true for me, too. I think we all feel younger inside and we will continue to feel that way if we don't take so seriously what we see in the mirror. Aging is inevitable and although some do it better than others (and with a little 'help'), we're all heading down the other side of that mountain. By the way, you look beautiful. I didn't even know that you were in your fifties! I had my picture taken with my granddaughter the other day and I hated the way I looked. My daughter said, "Mom, in ten years you are going to look even older...appreciate this picture!" Ha!!

    Have a great week!

    Jane x

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  24. Hi Kathy! Im a new reader and a new follower. I am enjoying your pretty blog and pictures so much! And loved your daughters lovely and colorful wedding! I blog from Charleston...come visit mine sometime! ......Debbi

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  25. PS..my bday was may 23! Happy belated bday to you!

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  26. Happy Birthday and you look wonderful! That smile does all!! I think we all feel that way as birthdays come every year. LOL

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  27. I woke up 57 in May also ( the 2nd).... Happy (late) Birthday... You look wonderful!

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  28. where did my comment go..??
    well..
    you look beautiful...love your necklace...have fun with your family. Happy Birthday.
    xoxo

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  29. You are so beautiful! Well, better late than never...HAPPY BIRTHDAY! 57 looks GREAT on you!

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