By: Samantha S. Daviss
Well, unlike most women, I am being honest and telling my
age. Yep I turn 40 this year, actually in just a little over a month. And you
know what? I couldn’t be more excited, truly.
I feel great, although I know I could squeeze in a bit more
exercise; I’ve decided to make this year the year I start caring for myself. I
will not neglect anyone in my life, especially my kids or my husband.
But I
have decided to start taking longer baths, or longer walks, or get a massage
every now and then.
I love my life and what I do, and how busy I am. But I have
decided that this gal needs a little “me time”, outside of work, the kids, and
being a wife.
In my 40 years, I know most of you all are saying, oh you
young thing. And you are right, I am young. I am not saying 40 is old by any
means. Heck, I still chase a 4 and 5-year-old around. I still water ski, snow
ski, play outside, zip line, you name it I’ll try (ALMOST) anything once.
Nope, I have decided to talk about my age, because I have
learned a lot in my 40 years of life.
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I have learned that not everyone likes me, and
that is okay.
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I have learned that I don’t like everyone, and
that is okay.
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I have learned that my body is not perfect, but
it did create three perfect human beings.
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I have learned that no matter what life throws
your way, you can and will survive. You just have to have faith in yourself,
lean on your friends and family, and pray.
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I have discovered what makes me happy, other
than my family…and that is writing.
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I have one special spot in the entire world that
really makes my heart tick…Italy.
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I have traveled, I have seen a lot of places in
the world and met a lot of different people.
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I listen to my friends. I pray for my friends,
and I have been very selective in my friendships, so as not to create any drama
in my life.
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I have learned that a drama free life is the
best life.
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I have learned that my children are my heart and
soul, and my little buddies, and my laugh factories.
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I have learned that my parents love me and
always will love me unconditionally.
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Most importantly, I have learned that even
though we don’t always see eye to eye or agree, my husband is my very best
friend. He knows me better than anyone, and he loves me regardless of my
quirks. And he truly is my other half. Every time he reaches for my hand, my
heart still flutters; every time he kisses me I know he is my protector; and
most importantly, he has seen my heart break and I know he will do everything
in his power from allowing that to happen again.
Turning 40, to me, is fantastic. I finally have it together,
I am finally comfortable with me, and I am comfortable in my own skin. I say a
friendly hello to everyone I see, and I truly mean it. I give a hug to most,
and I truly mean it. There is nothing fake or pretentious about me. In my mind,
life is too short to be focused on you and only you. I live every day I have
been given to its fullest.
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