I've celebrated well and the celebrating isn't quite done. On my last business trip of the season, I had a few extra hours before a red eye so I treated myself to a luxurious afternoon at the Grand Wailea Spa soaking in the Terme pools and then getting a lovely massage. Thanksgiving was spent with my Colorado Springs Family - the Waldon's! And Christmas Eve, too! Love them bunches.
December has been a whirlwind. I knew it would be and I did as much as I could ahead of time, but I still felt like the Perfect Storm hit the weekend of December 11: all files must be read and the toughest of my exams to be taken on Monday, December 13. By exam time I was exhausted and uncertain about my knowledge. In the end I did just fine with a lot of help from my friends. Hugs given liberally, a dog walker in Jill made Syd and I so grateful. But I'm getting ahead of myself.
My actual birthday was celebrated reading files, for the most part. But the day was filled with phone calls, a cookie bouquet, and dinner with the Waldon's. I could not have asked for a more perfect day. That was followed by a gift from my Sunday Sista's - a little par-tay at the Roman Villa! Words cannot describe the love and generosity of my friends. I am so blessed to have these women in my life. And to have so many wonderful friends - all together in one place to help me celebrate. Pizza, salad and carrot cake cupcakes! Yum. The banner photo is of my Sunday Sistas - thank you!
In January, I will complete the celebration with a trip to Mt. Princeton Hot Springs with a few close friends and finally, a trip to Phoenix with Shawnna and KayKay - I cannot wait!
They say 40 is the new 20, or 5 1/2 in dog years. I'll take 'em all!
