Two
September 28th, 2011 § 4 Comments
Day 271
I know we just had a birthday around these parts two days ago, but there’s still a little more celebrating to do.
Today marks the second birthday of The Twenty-Fifth Year. In true nostalgic form, I went back and read my first post and the one I wrote on this day in 2010. I guess you could say I was searching for something to say in remembrance and reflection of what this date marks.
I came up with nothing. Really, I came up with too much.
As is usually the case, there are just so many things I could say about what this last year has brought. Lessons learned, experiences had, places traveled, people met.
What I will say is this: things in my 26th year continued to change just as much if not more than they did in the 25th.
I spent the whole year “settled” in the same place. I use the term loosely (and with quotations) because it took me a solid six months to actually be OK with the idea that I was, in fact, in Texas rather than Pittsburgh or my beloved New York. I can finally (finally) say that I am happy to call this place home.
That doesn’t mean that I don’t think about having to change addresses again some day in the future. I know that my life’s destiny is not for me to decide. What I do know is this: right here, right now is exactly what it should be.
My twenty-sixth year taught me how to be tough in matters of the heart. It showed me how to miss, appreciate, meet and accept people. It broadened my circle of friends and filled gaps that had been appropriately opened.
Twenty-six made me more comfortable in my own skin. I gained the confidence to stand up for my beliefs, share my faith, not settle and take more risks. I found a new job, a new hobby and a new outlook on just why things panned out the way they did.
Also? I’ve developed my style, coming to depend on signature pieces in my closet. One of my favorites are my blazers. I’ve been adding to the collection over the last couple of years and I’m pretty sure you’d be hard-pressed to see me go a week without wearing one. The assets are obvious – versatile, flattering, classic. Considering I live in perpetual air conditioning, this part of my wardrobe is one I reach for year-round making it one of my favorite things.
And, yes, I wore one on my birthday. Would you expect anything less?
can’t believe i’ve known you since your 25th year… miss and love you! <3
Agree with Jess. Miss you and love you friend!
Another year gone by. Your 26th year brought the year of our friendship. I’m sorry I haven’t been around much lately, but I can’t wait to see you in a few weeks.
Happy blogiversary! This year sounds like one that I describe as “my year” – where everything seemed to fall into place, to come together and fit perfectly. Cheers to your year!