Well, it would seem that your 40’s have nowhere to go but up! But that also sounds like a puking pun. Sorry. 😆 Trying to remember my worst birthday, it seems there were a few contenders, unfortunately. But 40 was a great one. And while I totally and relate to the chapter closing feelings, I can tell you that halfway through my 40’s, it feels like a wonderful new chapter is beginning. Praying the same for you! 💕
On my 36th birthday brett and I got into a *huge* fight, ended up not speaking for the entire day … my kids ate my cake (no candle, no singing), I doordashed a single pizza to myself, and then took Tylenol PM at 8 o’clock just to end the day early. Oh, and I started my period 🤣 GOOD TIMES. I did get a redo the following weekend but … that was probably my worst birthday ever. Anyway. 40 *is* a big deal and I am so glad you salvaged part of it!!
I've got a few more years for 40 but I DO have that shirt bookmarked! I'm so glad you were able to salvage most of your birthday plans. That kick-off to 40 sounds just cruel! My worst birthday was my 20th. I was in college and most of my friends from the previous year had either transferred schools or just happened to be gone over my birthday. I didn't do much of anything but do remember sitting in the shower and crying. Good times! 😂 (Luckily I found my tribe the following year and was able to celebrate my 21st properly. Phew!)
You know I love that shirt! Also, did I tell you on my 40th that we went to dinner as a family and my five year old screamed the entire time that he was starving while there was in fact a plate full of tacos in front of him but they did not have the right kind of cheese? At least I had a good margarita....
I love this post and am glad you got a birthday do-over! I am totally buying that candle for my bestie turning 40 next month. And yes, March was 2 minutes long!
You saying 30 felt like the opening of a chapter and 40 felt like a close is something I’m going to be thinking about for a long time 💛💛 Glad you got some good redos, friend! You make 40 look 🔥
That photo from your Monday is stunning! 😍 Glad you still got to celebrate even if it wasn't actually on the day. As a kid, when I turned 10 or so, I ended up sobging in my bedroom because my cousin tried to trick me into giving him an extra chocolate... I was very sensitive to their teasing 🙈
I turned 30 last year and had many feelings but hitting 40 and thinking about no more babies will be strange for me I think!
Glad you're feeling better-- happy bday! Also, The Anxious Generation is totally worth buying 😉 I'm only through the first part & already have it all marked up!
Happy birthday, Stacy! From a fellow mother-who-just-survived-a-stomach-bug, I am relieved to hear that it was short lived and you were still able to celebrate.
My 30th bday was the same way! I was hit with the worst stomach bug I’ve ever had and had to miss the nonrefundable trip my husband had surprised me with.
Had to recheck the date; thought I'd missed the birthday post! Plans--yeah, they're a nice idea! Glad things settled and things kinda fell into place. It all works for good! Happy, happy birthday Stacey! 🥞 Just a beautiful winter picture.
Happy birthday Stacy! Glad it was a short-lived bug. Going to have to check out Sandra Dallas’ books, they look intriguing.
I’m not sure I’ve ever had a bad birthday, but I couldn’t get my driver’s license on the actual day of my 16th birthday because the courthouse was closed for a state holiday. 🤦🏼♀️ So I had to wait all weekend til Monday to get it! And, like you, I do not love being surprised by a ton of people, so I threw MYSELF a 40th birthday party and enjoyed it very much.
Thanks, Amy! I love that you threw yourself a party!
I remember turning 16, and went the day of my birthday to get my license. I couldn’t wait a minute longer! Ugh, I’m sure that was the longest weekend of your life. 😆
Well, it would seem that your 40’s have nowhere to go but up! But that also sounds like a puking pun. Sorry. 😆 Trying to remember my worst birthday, it seems there were a few contenders, unfortunately. But 40 was a great one. And while I totally and relate to the chapter closing feelings, I can tell you that halfway through my 40’s, it feels like a wonderful new chapter is beginning. Praying the same for you! 💕
Thank you, Joy! I love hearing that!!
Happy birthday, Stacy! Loved this reflection 💕
Thanks, Erin!
On my 36th birthday brett and I got into a *huge* fight, ended up not speaking for the entire day … my kids ate my cake (no candle, no singing), I doordashed a single pizza to myself, and then took Tylenol PM at 8 o’clock just to end the day early. Oh, and I started my period 🤣 GOOD TIMES. I did get a redo the following weekend but … that was probably my worst birthday ever. Anyway. 40 *is* a big deal and I am so glad you salvaged part of it!!
That does not sound like a fun birthday. I still can't believe I'm 40, honestly. Haha.
I've got a few more years for 40 but I DO have that shirt bookmarked! I'm so glad you were able to salvage most of your birthday plans. That kick-off to 40 sounds just cruel! My worst birthday was my 20th. I was in college and most of my friends from the previous year had either transferred schools or just happened to be gone over my birthday. I didn't do much of anything but do remember sitting in the shower and crying. Good times! 😂 (Luckily I found my tribe the following year and was able to celebrate my 21st properly. Phew!)
Ah that's sad you cried in the shower on your birthday!! And yes, you need the shirt in a few years! :)
You know I love that shirt! Also, did I tell you on my 40th that we went to dinner as a family and my five year old screamed the entire time that he was starving while there was in fact a plate full of tacos in front of him but they did not have the right kind of cheese? At least I had a good margarita....
Oh gosh, kids, man. I'm glad you had a good drink, at least. Haha.
Love your reflection and honesty. Inspiring as always!
Thanks, Tanna! I appreciate you cheering me on, as always!! :)
I love this post and am glad you got a birthday do-over! I am totally buying that candle for my bestie turning 40 next month. And yes, March was 2 minutes long!
Thanks, Erin!! And yes, that's a great gift idea!
You saying 30 felt like the opening of a chapter and 40 felt like a close is something I’m going to be thinking about for a long time 💛💛 Glad you got some good redos, friend! You make 40 look 🔥
Thank you! 💛 I’m glad you like that part, because you might be reading more about that later. 😆
That photo from your Monday is stunning! 😍 Glad you still got to celebrate even if it wasn't actually on the day. As a kid, when I turned 10 or so, I ended up sobging in my bedroom because my cousin tried to trick me into giving him an extra chocolate... I was very sensitive to their teasing 🙈
I turned 30 last year and had many feelings but hitting 40 and thinking about no more babies will be strange for me I think!
Thank you! The snow was very pretty! Now it's all muddy. That's sad, crying in your room on your birthday.
It is definitely different -- hitting this next decade.
Glad you're feeling better-- happy bday! Also, The Anxious Generation is totally worth buying 😉 I'm only through the first part & already have it all marked up!
Thank you!
I just looked on Amazon, and the hardback was on sale for $19 instead of $30! So I ordered it. 😆
Happy birthday, Stacy! From a fellow mother-who-just-survived-a-stomach-bug, I am relieved to hear that it was short lived and you were still able to celebrate.
Thanks, Krista! Glad you’re on the mend, too!!
My 30th bday was the same way! I was hit with the worst stomach bug I’ve ever had and had to miss the nonrefundable trip my husband had surprised me with.
Oh no! That’s awful, Michelle! 😭
Had to recheck the date; thought I'd missed the birthday post! Plans--yeah, they're a nice idea! Glad things settled and things kinda fell into place. It all works for good! Happy, happy birthday Stacey! 🥞 Just a beautiful winter picture.
Thanks so much!
You’re such a babe, Stacy! Happy belated birthday!
Ha!! Thanks, Laura! 💛
Haha, I also cannot think of AI without the context of cows.
Birks are out, with socks on.😅
Haha! Yes, AI is only cows around here. 😆
Happy birthday Stacy! Glad it was a short-lived bug. Going to have to check out Sandra Dallas’ books, they look intriguing.
I’m not sure I’ve ever had a bad birthday, but I couldn’t get my driver’s license on the actual day of my 16th birthday because the courthouse was closed for a state holiday. 🤦🏼♀️ So I had to wait all weekend til Monday to get it! And, like you, I do not love being surprised by a ton of people, so I threw MYSELF a 40th birthday party and enjoyed it very much.
Thanks, Amy! I love that you threw yourself a party!
I remember turning 16, and went the day of my birthday to get my license. I couldn’t wait a minute longer! Ugh, I’m sure that was the longest weekend of your life. 😆