A Prime Time to Shine. Hello, 39!
No. 53 Birthday musings and messages.
Good morning!
Well, it’s my birthday! Finally. I’ve been over here chirping about it for a while so I’m sure you’re tired of reading about it (or maybe not). Leading up to today I’ve discussed my fear of this number, my anxiety about this year, and why 39 feels “so big” in comparison to all of the other years in this now-almost-complete decade.
Wowza. I am 39(!!). It feels impossible! Yet, entirely possible and accurate because, well, it is. I will never not be astounded by the passage of time and how quickly it goes by. 30 feels like a blink ago. 35 feels like yesterday. Don’t even talk to me about my twenties. So much has happened over the last nine years that has been good and fun and awesome - our wedding, we bought a house, we got Pepper, countless joyful times with family and friends - that I think it’s just about time for my mindset to shift. 39: (more) time to shine!
In reality, this last year has been quite a growth period in that I changed jobs, went back to a commute into Boston (after almost four remote years), became a more confident driver, started writing again on Substack (hi!), had various successes at the new job, and I took charge of my exercise routine to help with my physical and mental health. All good stuff!
Not to mention thousands of walks with Pepper, dining adventures with Seth, great times with friends, watching my niece become the cutest toddler ever, and so many happy moments with family. Phew! What a year. And the patio is done and ready for guests! 38 was great. 39 is primed to shine.
Do I have any significant birthday-day plans? Nope!
My favorite part of this day is doing as I please, at my own pace, and letting the day unfold without a to-do list in sight. What a luxury! I think we will take Pepper for a long walk and perhaps lounge outside as long as the weather stays decent (sunshine would also be a great gift). I’ve heard from family and friends, near and far, sending birthday well wishes that have made for a hearty flow of happy, positive vibes. Thank you! You are thoughtful and kind; I’m so glad to know you. :)
39 was near, now it’s here, and I’ve got nothing to fear. I’m feeling great, strong, and proud of everything I’ve experienced and achieved. 39 years is so many, but also so few. Cheers to this brand new year, the last of my 30s, but the first in so many wonderful years ahead. 39 is most definitely my time to shine.
Thank you for being here. Let’s chat again next week!
Mollie
