Since I last wrote, I celebrated my 30th birthday. Obviously this wasn't a surprise, I knew it was coming. It happens on the same day every year. No big deal, right?! Hmm...
I was talking to my son about his upcoming 6th birthday, he told me it was just a day. He wasn't going to grow taller or get bigger muscles just because it was his birthday. He's right, you don't gain a whole year in just that one day. It seems logical, however, on my birthday I felt like I gained a lot more than a year.
It has been a series of events which lead me to believe that thirty really is a milestone for maturing physically. I noticed recently my eyesight isn't as sharp as I'm used to. I have always been able to read street signs from a ridiculous distance, not so much anymore. I've never struggled with focusing or reading things from across the room. Lately I've noticed I squint a lot more. Unfortunately, my eyesight is still good enough for me to see my prepubescent breakouts have returned. Nice! I was also able to see wrinkles around my eyes in a close-up picture taken recently. Seriously?! Where did those lines come from?! One last thing I was able to see with my not-so-sharp eyesight, random black hairs on my face (disclaimer: not all at once, I haven't sprouted a beard yet). Sexy.
As I'm on the search for acne creams, anti-aging products, and a facial waxing kit I start to think about how unfair the whole process is. How many men are out shopping for these products? Why do they become 'distinguished' with age? I find my husband rugged and sexy when he has facial hair. I'm guessing 'sexy' wouldn't be the first word to come to his mind if he ever noticed facial hair on me.
I never know when Jarod puts on ten or fifteen pounds, but I guarantee he knows if I have. If he can't see it, he will be sure to know when I can't find anything to wear. After trying to wiggle on every pair of jeans I own only give up and wear sweats with a hoodie. I'm not coming away from that ordeal in a good mood.
After this ridiculous pity party I threw for myself, I decided to work with what I have. I will keep up with my daily regimen of skin care, take preventative measures as necessary. I will diligently check for any unwanted facial hair. I will try to eat healthy and exercise. I will try to love me as I am today. I will love this season of my life!
So tonight I went running as part of my commitment to a healthier life. I love to run, especially while I'm at my folks place. Running helps keep me in good spirits and aides in my weight loss. Wouldn't you know it, my knees failed me tonight?! I've never in my life had issues with my knees or any other physical ailment that wouldn't allow me to run. I couldn't do it! I walked two miles hoping I could walk it off, but no such luck. Frustrating and discouraging. See ya 30s, I'm going back to my 20s!
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