It's My Birthday

A time for contemplation. A time for remembering. A time for looking forward. I think back over the past year and it certainly has been eventful for me, as well as others who had to cope with those events. I feel that all these things have definately had an impact on me. Can I quantify that? Likely not.

Changes for me feel subtle. A little more relaxed, a little more forgiving. Have I found answers I was hoping for? I don't really know. I discovered things about myself that I didn't think needed discovering. That is good. Life still is a bit confusing to me, but I actually am starting to enjoy the twists and turns in the road, instead of being a bulldozer and trying to keep the road straight.

I love the way my children have grown. I love who they have become, who they are becoming. I love the way I feel I am growing. I enjoy each morning, afternoon, and evening.

I love the fact that I have many friends who care about me. More than anything, I appreciate more and more meeting each person in an open way, non-judging, trying to accept rather than critique. I am thankful for every gift I have been given in this life.

Thanks for all your birthday wishes. For those who sent cards, thank you. For those who sent presents, thank you. Have a drink for me today.