Last year I turned 50. Yes, 50!
I still remember being a senior in high school back in 1984, talking to my friends about the year 2000. We all added up the years and realized we would be soooo OLD in 2000, because we would be 34 years old.
Wow! Really?? That seems so laughable to me now at the wonderful age of 51!
When I was a kid and I would see an older person, I remember saying, “That man is so old!” To which my aunt Frankye would inform me, “Keep on living and you will be ‘old’ one day too!” She was right, although I am not calling 51 “old.”
However, I do realize that I have lived over half a century and there are a few key lessons that I have learned. I thought this would be a great place to “share” those lessons.
You really do only live once!
Kids truly do grow up fast!
You can waste your life away if you do not work at making your life count.
Laughter may not be the BEST medicine but it sure works WONDERS!
Read to your kids … A LOT!
Listen when someone talks to you, do NOT keep looking at your phone.
Education is so very important!
You really can fulfill your dreams if you are willing to sacrifice.
My husband really is my best friend.
If you do not keep your muscles toned, they will leave you.
Prayer changes things!
I am not as young as I used to be.
Life can be so much fun.
Life can be tough sometimes.
It is truly more blessed to give than to receive.
Everyone wants to be loved and valued.
Reading opens up your world and knowledge.
Fat just appears on your body after age 40.
I CAN eat unhealthy food if I want to, but I will pay the price.
St. Louis American readers are some of the most loyal people ever!
Sometimes you have to let your children fail.
Porch swings are one of the best inventions.
Buying shoes that look cute but hurt your feet is foolish! (Keep reminding me)
You can if you think you can!
Jesus is my Lord and savior and He keeps his promises!
