and just like that

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another decade passed.
i've never been one of those people that was scared of 30.
never been one who feels the need for extra celebration either.

if someone planned me a party, i'd attend and i'd have fun.
if someone didn't plan me a party, i'd have no hard feelings.

october 23rd of this year marks the beginning  of my new decade.

 instead of being frightful of what my 30's will bring, i'm entering with excitement.

 i've had many people tell me their 30's were one of their favorites.
sign me up! my 20's were nice, but the latter 20's were probably the better.


 with time, comes maturity and with time, comes gratitude for what i have and more
gumption to strive for what i want for myself and my little family.

my day was low key.
by choice.

i took a half day at work to be with my daughter and we took a jog on the most perfectly fall weathered day. we played on the porch and inside and mister made a pot of chili for the two (3?) of us. we sat on the porch until it was time to put bird to bed. i ended the night with godiva chocolate, windows open and the 3rd party debates.

i'm sure some may cringe at my birthday plans (or lack there of), but this was just what i had in mind to ring in the next decade. if this is what 30 looks like, i'm a fan.  

















my 30 year old selfie.

here's to you number THREE and number ZERO.
i've been waiting to greet you and i think you will serve me well this year.



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