480 months
2,087 weeks
14,610 days
350,646 hours
21,038,742 minutes
Give Up?? They are all equal to 40 years. Not just any 40 years, but the last forty years (including 10 leap years) which happens to be exactly the same number of years that I have been alive – TODAY! Now we all know the stereotype that surrounds turning 40. It’s the Big 4-0, everything falling apart, mid-life crisis, all downhill from here. Honey Hush!
40 is Nothing but a number. Born in the throes of Generation X, growing up at the height of the Cold War, thrust into the working world of high inflation, unemployment and Reagonomics, YES! turning 40 is going to be e-a-s-y! I shun the stereotypical 40. I have lived through wars, hurricanes, economic crisis, big hair, Black Monday, global warming, 8 presidents, childbirth (x3) and many other obstacles, I shall not be daunted by two simple digits.
Today I celebrate my birthday, not necessarily turning 40; but living another day. Grateful to God for His grace, guidance and forgiveness that has kept me on this earth for 40 years. I celebrate my family, friends and brief acquaintances who have delicately woven themselves into my life; those who have mentored me unknowingly, those who have forgiven me, those who accept me for who I am and for those who love me unconditionally.
For me, 40 is a catalyst – an opportunity to make a difference, to share knowledge, love unselfishly, motivate frequently, make improvements, grow friendships, learn daily and give back for all that I have been given.
I am independent, resourceful and ingenious. I am loving life and celebrating another day. Won’t you join me?
