Today is my 40th birthday! :D

I'm having a great day celebrating, but just wanted to check in and wish everyone a good day.  I think birthdays are a wonderful time to change your routine and do things that you just wouldn't otherwise do.  It's a perfect time to take for yourself to relax, and dream big for the upcoming year.  It's a time to be grateful for the past year and everything to come.

I've hit a milestone age today, and I don't feel 40 so age really must just be a state of mind.  I think a 20 year old could feel like they are 50 years old and vice versa.  How you feel inside reflects how you are on the outer, how your physical body responds to aging and how people respond to the energy around you.

Be grateful for every day and every birthday that comes.  It's an opportunity to live life to the fullest!

I think of my parents today who left the earth too soon.  My dad passed on at age 26, and my mom at age 48.  I have surpassed my dad by 14 years now, and soon will surpass my mom as well.  The fact that they passed at such young ages really gives me perspective on aging and gives me a sense of gratitude for being able to celebrate my 40th year I can't wait to hit 50.  Neither of my parents were able to.

Have a wonderful day!

Veronica