2.02.2010

See Ya Twenties....

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As I reflect back on my 20's, I can say it was a decade to remember for sure....crazy college times, new state, numbness, and recovery. And while I thought it would be really hard to pick the best year of my twenties, I realized, this past year...the big 2-9 has been my favorite year of my life thus far.

Year 29 brought me deeper friendships, fun travel destinations, new friends, blessed unions, smiles, laughter, tears and a real sense of triumph. A year that could have made me or broken me, taught me things about myself I never knew were possible. A strength that I am still working on everyday but that I am so glad I found within myself. Without my experiences of this past decade I know I couldn't be who I am today.

So I am blowing a farewell kiss to my twenties, and thanking them for all the lessons they taught me, but I am moving on and looking forward to my thirties and excited for all the possibilities that lie ahead. See ya tomorrow Thirty!

31 comments:

Annie Crowninshield said...

you.go.lady girl! you are stronger than most and smart enough to realize it. happy birthday!

Courtney said...

HAPPY happy birthday! Can't wait to celebrate with you this weekend!XO

Anna said...

happy birthday eve!
p.s. your post makes me a little less frightened & a little more confident to be turning 28 this summer.

Brandie said...

Happy, happy birthday! Wishing you a fabulous decade! :)

Amber said...

aww what a sweet post!!! When I was little I cried every night before my birthday because I would never be that age again haha. Hope you birthday is fabulous and to an even better decade ahead!! xoxox. (and that is cool your birthday aligns with the decades!)

Anonymous said...

happy bday doll! your thirties are goin to be amazing..i can feel it !!!

Jen said...

Have a fantastic 30th birthday, love! I so admire your attitude, and I hope I can share the same on my 30th!

Mommara said...

Happy Early Birthday! I am looking forward to 30 {next year for me}. 20's were all over the place. I feel like I am just coming into my own. 30 is going to be a great year. :) Happy Birthday Girly.

Holly said...

happiest birthday to you! and not that it matters, but you totally still look "mid twenties". :)

Stephanie said...

Happy almost birthday girl! Look at you - I would have never guessed you were turning 30!

Amanda said...

Happy Birthday!! I hope you have a great day, and that this year brings you much happiness!

jamieofalltrades said...

You put it so well! I feel the same way, I can't wait to start on my thirties. They are going to be great! See you this weekend! xoxo

Mama Debs said...

My darling first born, this post made me cry. You have risen from the ashes like a beautiful bird that shines light on everything and everyone around you in the past year. You do have the most incredible friends one could hope for. You have family that adores you. Again, I'm so proud to be the one that God selected to be your mother.

LOVE YOU! HAPPY BIRTHDAY ANGEL

MOM

PinkSass said...

I love this, what a great way to look at going into your thirties. I WILL have the same attitude. :)

amy b.s. said...

happy birthday. your journey has been inspiring, strengthening and amazing. it can only get better and you deserve it!

Heather Warren said...

Happy Bday girl! I turn 30 on June 2nd..its comin up fast, or atleast it feels that way...

May the 30s bring you everything you've ever wanted and everything you deserve.

XOXO

DeLane, Kevin & Parker Lilly said...

Happy Birthday little lady! Your mother's comment was absolutley beautiful. Can't wait to see ya this weekend! xxoo

Michelle said...

Happy Birthday Lynds! I cannot wait to see you in two days so we can get our celebration on! Your post was beautiful, and I couldn't agree more. You made me really see that we control your own happiness. You are so strong & amazing, I am so happy to have become better friends with you over the past year and a half. You are a very special friend to me! Love you!

Justine said...

Happy Birthday Lyndsy!
I actually know more than a handful of people turning 30 this week! Hope you have a beautiful day!

Erin said...

Happy 30th Birthday Lynds! If you think 29 was fabulous, I am ready to bet that 30 will be even better for you :) This post was perfect - you're such an inspiration to all of us. Thank you for being the amazing friend that you are. Can't wait to celebrate with you this weekend. Love you! xoxo

Coug Gal said...

Such a wonderful post, Lyndsy! Have a wonderful birthday celebration this weekend!!! Happy Birthday!

Blyth Family Blog said...

Happy Happy HAPPY BIRTHDAY Linds!!!! You're such a wonderful person...Here's to your 30's girl!

Draya Ann said...

Happy Happy Birthday! I've followed along for a while now and I just think you carry your self so well and graceful. You seem like such a caring person, and I hope your 30s bring all the best for you.

Jaime @ laviejaime said...

Such a great post- sounds like 29 treated you quite well and I am sure 30 will too. Happy birthday!

Kris said...

Happy Birthday Lynds!! I am excited to celebrate your 30's with you this weekend!

Shelby said...

Happy Birthday you amazing girl you! You seriously inspire me every single day and I treasure our friendship. Welcome to your next chapter! XOXXO

J @ The Look 4 Less said...

Hope your 30th birthday is fabulous!!

Tara Vorhes said...

Happy, happy, happy birthday wishes to you!!! I hope you have a completely fabulous time celebrating. You have such a great outlook and positive energy that I have no doubt that your 30s will be amazing.

Megan @ Lovely Happenings said...

Happy Birthday!!!!

Rosellini said...

Happy Happy bday Lynds! What an amazing post...your attitude constantly inspires me! :)

walrus studio said...

Happy Bday!! I just turned 30 too!! Glad to know I'm not the only one! ;)

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