When you are over the hill....

I remember like when I was about 8-9 years old, I gave my mom a mug that has these words written on it - "When you are over the hill you pick up speed". At that age I didn't really get it. Well, I finally turned 30 last week and these words from the mug came into my head.
Here I am feeling old and I just realized that this is the time when I am at the top of the hill ready to roll down at top speed. Instead of slowing down in my life, now I feel it is the time to really do more and experience more. This should be my prime.
Another milestone passed and I am ready for new challenges. No more slugging at snail pace. There is more to life than feeling old and sit on my ass feeling depressed.
Those who are 30 and over out there, welcome me to your world.

Flavor Savor

Today Liz & I celebrated Eileen's bday. Yupp...she just turned 30. That reminds me, it's my turn next week. I remember last year when I celebrated my 29th bday, I was feeling depressed. Moh Moh, Eileen & Liz surprised me with a cake and presents at the old Petals Boutique. My hubby was so sweet and brought me to a hotel for dinner with flowers delivered to me at our table and presented me with a nice present. It was nice of them but, I guess it was hard for me to accept the fact that I am 29 the final year of being in the twenties.But, this year as I remind myself that I will be turning 30 next week, I don't feel so bad about myself. Looking back I have much to be thankful for. Firstly, my precious little daughter, Helena who is growing up too fast before my eyes.

My darling hubby, Henry who has supported me financially, emotionally and mentally. My wonderful family - mom, dad, aunts, sis & brother in law. And a bunch of close friends.Why am I complaining? Now I feel really foolish about my misery just because I will be out of my twenties and going toward the thirties. I have, in the last 30 years savoured the bitter, sour as well as the sweet and spicy flavors of life. There are much more out there for me to learn and experience.Well, I guess I will have new challenges and savour more flavors of life.