That song lyric keeps coming to mind... if you grew up in the 90's like me and are just now or are about to turn 30, you probably know the one I'm referring to.
"I still remember when thirty was old." I remember singing that sappy line from Strawberry Wine at the top of my lungs... Deanna Carter had the world humming that tune and I was no exception. Well, here I am on the eve of my thirtieth birthday and I must say that it rings all too true, I still very much remember when I thought 30 was ancient. Truth be told, I'm still just a tad bit sad to see my twenties go, I didn't picture thirty this way but here's the deeper truth, I'm exicted! I feel a hope down deep in my soul that says that my thirties are going to be the best years yet!
This week I have spent a lot of time thinking about the past 10 years and all of the experiences I have had, the people I have met, the places that I have been, and the lessons I have learned. So, in honor of my 30th birthday, here is a list of the 20 things I am taking with me to my 30's and a few I'm leaving behind.
1. The deep, unfailing love of Christ. When I was a teenager I thought I knew exactly who God was and how much he loved me but the death of a sweet little girl and a few hard knocks from some "church people" served to be just the trick to send me into a faith crisis of sorts. During parts of my twenties, I grappled with my faith in Christ and I grappled with His love for me... many times I felt like I was Jacob wrestling with the Lord until He gave me some answers. I finally worked out my relationship with the Lord and now I hold tight to Romans 8:38-39 "I'm convinced that neither life nor death, neither angels or demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord."
2. Knowledge that marriage is hard work but putting the work is worth it and Tommy is my greatest blessing.
3. Knowing that motherhood is the greatest adventure that a girl can experience and I'm so thankful that Eli made me a mommy. He will never know how much I love him... he's my heart, my world, and some days when I look in his eyes I see so much of myself that it's a little scary.
4. Jonah, my little mini me, my miracle baby, the little person that God used to show me His enormous faithfulness and protection.
5. Ameliah, my sweet baby girl, the most unexpected blessing... my reminder that God still redeems.
6. My college degree... that I didn't receive until I was 28 and am still immensely proud of to this day!
7. Confidence - FINALLY --- glory to God
8. Some amazing friends who make me laugh, encourage me in the faith, and stand by me even when it rains.
9. Incredible memories!
10. Peace - again, finally!
11. Indescribable joy-
12. A few extra pounds- yes, I want to lose them! I want to be healthy and skinny but they are still here and they reflect my poor food choices but that is not all they reflect. They reflect the miracle of giving birth to 2 very large boys. They reflect times spent sitting around tables eating and laughing with good friends... all of which I wouldn't trade.
13. Dreams... I am still a dreamer... realistic dreams of earning my masters and some not so realistic dreams like meeting Reba!
14. Appreciation of a good skin care routine - the days of leaving my makeup on at night are over.
15. Sense of Fashion- finally learning to put outfits together!!
16. My never ending love of shoes - my birthday shoes purchase are Jessica Simpson nude wedges
17. Organization Skills- I have not always had these skills but I learned them in my twenties
18. Hope - Extremely hopeful about what God has for me and my family right around the corner
19. A little wisdom- I made a lot of mistakes in my twenties but I can honestly say that I have learned from each of them and I'm wiser for it.
20. A few gray hairs... that's all there is to say about that!
and a few I'm leaving behind...
1. Insecurity- In the words of Beth Moore: "so long insecurity, you have been a bad friend to us".
2. Toxic Relationships- Life is too short.
3. Regret- Every step has led me here and if I weren't here, I wouldn't have these amazing people in my life!
So, here's to THIRTY... the Best is yet to come!
A Dream Come True
My sweet Eli
My little Jonah
One of my favorite people in the world!
I finally did it!
Sisters by heart!
This woman, an encourager in faith, a faithful friend, a true inspiration
"I still remember when thirty was old." I remember singing that sappy line from Strawberry Wine at the top of my lungs... Deanna Carter had the world humming that tune and I was no exception. Well, here I am on the eve of my thirtieth birthday and I must say that it rings all too true, I still very much remember when I thought 30 was ancient. Truth be told, I'm still just a tad bit sad to see my twenties go, I didn't picture thirty this way but here's the deeper truth, I'm exicted! I feel a hope down deep in my soul that says that my thirties are going to be the best years yet!
This week I have spent a lot of time thinking about the past 10 years and all of the experiences I have had, the people I have met, the places that I have been, and the lessons I have learned. So, in honor of my 30th birthday, here is a list of the 20 things I am taking with me to my 30's and a few I'm leaving behind.
1. The deep, unfailing love of Christ. When I was a teenager I thought I knew exactly who God was and how much he loved me but the death of a sweet little girl and a few hard knocks from some "church people" served to be just the trick to send me into a faith crisis of sorts. During parts of my twenties, I grappled with my faith in Christ and I grappled with His love for me... many times I felt like I was Jacob wrestling with the Lord until He gave me some answers. I finally worked out my relationship with the Lord and now I hold tight to Romans 8:38-39 "I'm convinced that neither life nor death, neither angels or demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord."
2. Knowledge that marriage is hard work but putting the work is worth it and Tommy is my greatest blessing.
3. Knowing that motherhood is the greatest adventure that a girl can experience and I'm so thankful that Eli made me a mommy. He will never know how much I love him... he's my heart, my world, and some days when I look in his eyes I see so much of myself that it's a little scary.
4. Jonah, my little mini me, my miracle baby, the little person that God used to show me His enormous faithfulness and protection.
5. Ameliah, my sweet baby girl, the most unexpected blessing... my reminder that God still redeems.
6. My college degree... that I didn't receive until I was 28 and am still immensely proud of to this day!
7. Confidence - FINALLY --- glory to God
8. Some amazing friends who make me laugh, encourage me in the faith, and stand by me even when it rains.
9. Incredible memories!
10. Peace - again, finally!
11. Indescribable joy-
12. A few extra pounds- yes, I want to lose them! I want to be healthy and skinny but they are still here and they reflect my poor food choices but that is not all they reflect. They reflect the miracle of giving birth to 2 very large boys. They reflect times spent sitting around tables eating and laughing with good friends... all of which I wouldn't trade.
13. Dreams... I am still a dreamer... realistic dreams of earning my masters and some not so realistic dreams like meeting Reba!
14. Appreciation of a good skin care routine - the days of leaving my makeup on at night are over.
15. Sense of Fashion- finally learning to put outfits together!!
16. My never ending love of shoes - my birthday shoes purchase are Jessica Simpson nude wedges
17. Organization Skills- I have not always had these skills but I learned them in my twenties
18. Hope - Extremely hopeful about what God has for me and my family right around the corner
19. A little wisdom- I made a lot of mistakes in my twenties but I can honestly say that I have learned from each of them and I'm wiser for it.
20. A few gray hairs... that's all there is to say about that!
and a few I'm leaving behind...
1. Insecurity- In the words of Beth Moore: "so long insecurity, you have been a bad friend to us".
2. Toxic Relationships- Life is too short.
3. Regret- Every step has led me here and if I weren't here, I wouldn't have these amazing people in my life!
So, here's to THIRTY... the Best is yet to come!
A Dream Come True
My sweet Eli
My little Jonah
One of my favorite people in the world!
Sisters by heart!
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