This is 34! Every birthday I like to spend a little bit of time reflecting life and how it has changed over the last year.
Besides a new job and physically feeling older in the mornings, I’d like to believe I’m the same old me. But I’m not. The gal who wrote about turning 33 here didn’t have the same work ethic as I do today. It’s hard to consider I was never always a hard worker, but it’s the truth. From sun up to sun down I rarely find myself being lazy anymore.
Long gone are the days I’d procrastinate on life. I never believed in the saying, “The early bird catches the worm” more than ever.
Over the last 365 days, I find myself trying to take a mental picture of all the special moments. The times when I’m laughing until I cry or the instances my daughters are so sweet my heart explodes. All of the memories I have made this year with the ones that I love are unforgettable in my mind.
Time is something I used to take for granted, but now I value time for what it’s worth. I wake up earlier to work alone so I can spend extra minutes with my family at the end of the day. Knowing how fleeting life can truly be, it is important to me to soak up every little moment I can in this world.
Read more posts about birthdays here.
Truthfully, my heart feels more whole than it ever has. Of course there are days when I find myself down, but there has always been someone standing close by to pick me up. If there were ever a time in my life when I felt least alone, it’s now. Here is to 34 years – may each always be better than the rest.
We should all reflect on our previous year! Thank you for the reminder and sharing your reflections!
Happy Birthday!! I love being in my mid-30s. I feel soooo much less angst than I did in my 20s and more sure of myself in my own skin. It sounds like you are having similar discoveries!! I love what you’ve shared about the last 365 days. Cheers and happy wishes for the next 365!
Happy 34th! You look amazing and love the message behind this post- may this year be better than the last! xoxo sarah
Happy Birthday! You look wonderful. Love that dress. And thank you for sharing your reflections.
❥ tanvii.com
Thank you so much!
Aw happy birthday girl! Wishing you the best this year!
xx Mollie
HAPPY BIRTHDAY! I always love reading personal reflections. Isn’t it crazy how fast we can change without even noticing? Cheers to 34!
Rachel
http://www.hello-her.com
It’s so nuts we can change like this! Thank you!
Aw happy birthday, girlie! What an amazing post! As I’ve gotten older, I’ve realized the same things. Thank you for the reminder!
Lizzie
http://www.lizzieinlace.com
Thank you!
Happy birthday girl!! I love this post and can’t get over how cute you are in this dress! Hope its a great birthday!!
Yes, so true!! I have been waking up super early too and its made such a difference in my productivity and my mood with my family!
It sounds like you’re heading into 34 with one of the most positive mindsets, which I love! I sure hope this year is extra special and you feel truly celebrated and loved. Happy birthday!
Happy Happy Birthday lady! The best has YET to come.
Oka you are GORGEOUS in these photos and this dress WOW – you should wear it every day! Happy Birthday lady! Hope you had the absolute best one and I know 34 will be a great year for you!
xo Laura Leigh
http://www.louellareese.com