20 Reasons Why Turning 50 Rocks! by Judy Davis, The Direction Diva

In case you missed the ground moving or the fireworks lighting up the sky…on Saturday I turned 50. Yes I Judy Davis, The Direction Diva am 50 years old, half a century the big 5-OHHH! Some people would be sad, but I did that at 35…no 50 this birthday I am excited about.

Not because of my wrinkles or laugh lines, not because of my gravity-challenged body parts and DEFINATELY not because I creek and pop a little more than I used to. Being 50 is awesome because:

1.  I have skills that keep me from doing stupid stuff all over again.

2.  I can say I’m sorry and mean it.

3.  I am able to admit to my short-comings with complete unapologetic  acceptance.

4.  I know how to change what I can and let go of the rest.

5.  I don’t have to know everything.

6.  I am not afraid to ask for help.

7.  I have loved, lost , battled back and rose up only to realize that I really can handle whatever life throws at me.

8.  I’ve come to realize that one can be selfish and selfless all at the same time.

9.  I really am stronger that I ever knew I could be.

10. I’m no longer afraid to take a risk or try something new.

11. I am free from worrying about what others think about me.

12. I know that true love and a happy marriage take lots of work. (And trust me it’s worth every tear, frustration and difficult moment)

13. I realize that the little things REALLY do matter.

14. I learned that making someone smile is the best remedy for a tough day.

15. I “get” that every moment of every day is an opportunity if I let it.

16. I realize that I can choose the path I take rather than letting someone else choose it for me.

17. I understand that putting myself first is critical to my health and well-being.

18. I know that close family and friends make the hard times a little easier.

19. I don’t care if everyone likes me because I like me.

20. I’m blessed because I have people in my life that love me unconditionally.

Turning 50 feels like a right of passage.

A permission to be myself; faults and all. No more worry about what people will think, just transparency and an understanding that I can move onto this next phase of life without the insecurities and inhibitions that used to hold me back. 50 brings with it a confidence that I’m more than enough; in fact I’m strong enough, capable enough and yes sassy enough to utilize the wisdom and lessons I’ve come to know.

And that’s why turning 50 ROCKS!

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