Tomorrow is my Birthday and I couldn't possibly be more excited. I have amazing plans for an adventure with some of my favorite people. I CAN'T WAIT. Last night I was reflecting on my first 25 years and thought I would do something a little different and fun. It's a gif list because I'm a millennial after all. Without further ado: 25 things I've learned in 25 years.
1. 25 is still young enough that being carded is annoying.
2. Sometimes I still think boys have cooties. Other times sometime I know they do.
3. Calories are sneaky, sneaky bullies.
4. I have become worse at over-estimating my own abilities as I get older. Or just more stubborn. Same dif.
5. I don't know how to respond to recommendations for anti-aging or wrinkle creams. Apparently now is the time for that stuff. Already.
7. In the past few years I've found all sorts of new ways and reasons to be confident.
8. I no longer feel the need to pretend I'm enjoying things I have no interest in.
9. I've learned to prioritize, and the importance of saying no.
10. I have a different level of appreciation for caffeine.
11. I have to admit that some of the best conversations ever will never remembered.
12. I don't need to apologize for just being myself. Or to inanimate objects..
13. We are all emotional about different things that don't seem important to other people. That doesn't mean it's not a valid emotion.
14. The more money I have to spend, the more likely I am to waste it.
15. It's funny to think of the things that are funny now, but were NOT funny at the time.
16. What other people think about me is not my business.
17. Even after years of being away from things, like singing and theater, I still see glimpses of them everywhere and love to support it. You never outgrow the things that are part of who you are.
18. The only long term plan I can count on is that plans will change.
19. Failure is just a part of life. Avoiding that creates mediocrity.
20. Saying something silly is also, unfortunately, a part of life. Learning to apologize and try again is a continual lesson.
21. I used to take time with family for granted. Now it seems like the most precious thing in the world.
22. Friends are the best investment one could make.
23. It's okay to show happiness and joy even if no one else is. That's when everyone needs it the most.
24. Occasionally I'm stricken with a panic that I've wasted my youth by not being "exciting enough" or not going on enough adventures, and them I remember how young I still am.
25. Sometimes even we introverts need a night out.
I'm posting this today instead of tomorrow because I won't want to spend one minute away from the action even if the action is just sitting and talking. Thanks so much for being a part of what made 24 a special year :) What would make your list? I'd love to know!
Sheila
P.S. HAPPY SPRING!
happy birthday Sheila! Well, early birthday. You are an incredible person, I'm so happy I know you.
ReplyDeleteHAPPY HAPPY BDAY. And great GIFset.
Aw shucks! Thank you so much :) its a joy to know you as well miss!
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