My 10th birthday, 50 years ago
Sixty…Yup….6 0…I’ve managed to stay on this earth for 60 years. It’s a Pretty Big Number to chew on but I’m happy to say I seem to be holding up. Aches and pains? Of course, but that’s to be expected with 60 year-old-machinery (all original parts I might add).
Ten years ago on my 50th many family and friends celebrated my accomplishment (read my Blog “Turning the Big 50”). This past week they again blessed me with gifts, well wishes and a surprise dinner.
The Big 60!
But a lot has happened in the past 10 years…A LOT! So it’s time for a 10 year review!
Let’s start with family: In the past 10 years both my children married! Not only that they gave me grandchildren! Two little princes, a princess with another princess due in January!
The Legacy of Family
If nothing else happened in the last 10 years except this, it would be enough.But I’ve also thrown in travel: two trips to Europe - one to France and one to Prague, trips out to British Columbia and Alberta. Amazing camping trips and let’s not forget my cross country drive with my son from BC to Ontario.
The Mother/Son Cross Country Road Trip
There has been a share of grief and sadness as well. Goodbyes to dear ones whose memories stay with me and live on in my heart.
I’m very fortunate to still have both my parents with me to celebrate my 60 years with me.
These two have been with me from the Beginning!
Some things have not changed: I continue to work on the cello, my garden and show up for work and church! I’m working on over 37 years of marriage!
I survived COVID.
I became and End of Life Doula
All in all - I’ve had a very good 10 years full of many blessings.
But what about the next 10 years? Good Question! Undoubtably I will have my share wonderful moments and deep sadness. I don’t know if I will see 70 years.
But this I know beyond a doubt. I’ve lived a blessed life on this earth and I’m very grateful. Whatever time I have left I hope I use it well and faithfully until I’m called Home.
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