the dawn of 40

I turn 40 today. It’s kind of a big deal, right?

It’s also just another day, of another year. Yet somehow, as the years have passed, I feel more… well… like me! As for why?

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Perhaps it’s getting older, more mature. (Although I don’t always feel it!)

Perhaps it’s life experiences that I’ve accumulated along the way: the beautiful ones and the tough ones, combined.

Perhaps it’s being a proud mum of growing kids who amaze me more every day.

Perhaps it’s growing more in love every day with a hubby who reminds me that I matter.

Perhaps it’s my faith, trusting there is One who leads and guides me with each step I take.

Perhaps it’s being open to learning and listening and connecting with others.

Perhaps it’s the chance to write, to connect with YOU in this small way.

Perhaps it’s because I’m realising how much I need to savour every day, every step, every moment.

And embrace the fact that life is not a race.

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Whatever it is, I find myself excited by what is yet to come.

By what has yet to unfold.

By what the next 40 years might bring, one small moment at a time.

So today, as I celebrate the dawn of 40? My 40th year on this earth?

I’m hoping – in fact, I’m praying – that, however many years you’ve tucked under your belt, you’re finding the same.

Because it’s a liberating realisation,
to say the least!

Kristy x