I'm not sure what thirty is supposed to feel like, but whatever it is...I'm not feeling it.
Most days, I look at my life and wonder who this man is in my bed and where did these three children come from. Aren't I still a seventeen year old cheerleader with big bangs and an obnoxious personality?
I'm not thirty.
Well, I guess I am. I guess it's true.
And this week, I've been reminded.
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The other day Kendon and I were discussing a girl he works with.
Kendon: "She's about 25ish."
Me: "So, she's about my age."
Kendon: "Uh...you're not really 25ish anymore."
Me: "Oh."
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Here's another reality check for you....
Kendon: "Sirri, you're so cute! Where did you come from? You must be cute like your mom."
Sirri: "Well, I'm CUTER than my mom. But, don't worry mom, I still love you."
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And just one more.
Sirri: "So, mom. What kind of birthday cake are you going to have?"
Me: "I don't know sis. What kind do you think I should have?"
Sirri: "You could have a princess cake!"
Me: "Yeah. That's a good idea. Do you think I'm a princess?"
Sirri: "Um? Yeah? ............pause and in thought........... Well, mom. Maybe you should just have a Mommy cake."
What? This isn't what thirty year olds act like?Oh.
Dolly, I wouldn't expect you to act any other way!!! You will be a terrific 30 year old. Just remember. . . go with the flow because there isn't a darn thing you can do about it!! Have a wonderful day. I wish you were here so I could make you your "Mom cake"! See you in two weeks though! (And PLEASE come for New Years!!!) Love you, Mom
ReplyDeleteYa. I still have no idea I am 35. I hear other people say they are 35 and all I think is: "Wow, they are OLD."
ReplyDeleteThen I remembember.
Dang.
right there with ya. most of the time when people ask me how old i am, i get it wrong the first time.
ReplyDeletethe teeth freaked me out. we almost had to end the friendship. at least, from the nose down.
Im not sure what 25ish or 30 feels like but when I get there I hope that I am a super cool mom and wife like you:) Your so fun and your kids are lucky that your not a lame. lol
ReplyDeleteThirty really is the worst birthday. I hated 30. Every birthday after that is not so bad. Although, I'm not really looking forward to 40...
ReplyDeleteI'm still in denial I'm turning 30 next month. The 20's still sound cool and young. At least nobody has a clue how old I really am. I think it might have something to do with my behavior. . .
ReplyDeleteI know what you mean...sometimes I really do look around and wonder how on earth I got to be the wife and mom!
ReplyDeleteYou are so cute! Those teeth are a bit scary, but you are so cute! The quotes are really funny, too.
a mom cake...hmmmmmm? That probably means it will be chocolate, huh? ;)
I am one hundred years older than you and I PROMISE 30 is just the beginning of the best decade ever. Happy birthday!!!
ReplyDeletei don't like the fact that i'm turning 27 on wednesday either. oh right...maybe it's because i still live at mom and dad's house...and i act like i'm 19 most days...and i hang out with 22 year olds that like loud cars and bullet bikes...or because the members of my single's branch presidency are MY friend's husbands...or because my niece is so worried that i can't find a husband. ugh.
ReplyDeleteand by the way...i will really miss you this week. i miss celebrating our birthdays together. i even miss blowing the candles out after you...the SAME candles, just relit.
ReplyDeleteI LOVE YOU SISTER. YOU ARE THE BEST!
I was talking to my sis-in-law and her 8 year old daughter and friend walked by us. After walking by us, her daughter rolled her eyes and gave her friend a LOOK. I realized that she was thinking that her 33 year old mom and 30 year old aunt are so boring. I wanted to shake her and say, "You're mom is cool and hip! And so am I!"
ReplyDeleteI keep telling myself that.
I am 34 and I'm like Shally. When I hear someone is 35 I think they must be REALLY old. Since thats a few months away for me. :)
ReplyDeleteIf your what 30 looks like, bring on the big 3-0!
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday!
Oh Lisa, I love you! I, too, was so worried about turning 30...but then when it happened I was like, "Well...I don't feel any different...so...am I missing something?"
ReplyDeleteoh my gosh. i know. i'm totally still 21.
ReplyDeletei, too, am dreading the big 3-0 in june. i really can't believe i'll be thirty. but thank goodness you get there before me. you can tell me all about it.
Lisa-Marie, you look so good! I hope i look as good as you at 30!!
ReplyDeleteHappy early birthday! Oh honey, if I were ONLY 30 again!!! Girl, I think you still go it.
ReplyDeleteOh Lisa Marie! Only you. I still feel like I'm in HS too. Happy Birthday.
ReplyDeletehappy birthday. i don't feel 30 either. i kinda forget that i am. i still feel 18. well okay with a few more aches and pains. hope you had a great one. what didn the cake look like?
ReplyDeleteHAPPY BIRTHDAY~
ReplyDeleteYou are one of my dearest and I hope you have a great day! You are an inspiring person, don't forget it! Love Shelli
I'm knockin' on the door of the 40's and I still haven't got it figured out. From this point on, I think it's just your body that ages. The spirit gets wiser but still stays young.
ReplyDeleteAnyway, enjoy your birthday, and shoot! Go ahead and enjoy the whole decade. 30's have been great for me!
Happy Birthday and here's to family who make us feel better....NOT!
ReplyDeleteI think you're beautiful and VERY "unmommy" like-even with buck teeth.
Eat lots of cake!
For you 30 is very obviously the "new 10". Always live life younger than you really are, it's more fun!!
ReplyDeletemiss lisa. happy belated birthday my dear! you are looking amazing as always and i MISS you! my eyes are watering thinking of the fun times in rexburg. anyway, i hope you had a nice christmas and THANK YOU for sending the gift from cindy! oh, lisa...i love the necklace and got so excited when i saw the rexburg return address. it's beautiful and i'll wear it with "little white house" pride. tell kendon hello and give him a hug from me. love ya!
ReplyDelete30 looks good on you! Those pictures are 100% awesome.
ReplyDeleteWhenever I meet people my age, I estimate them to be about 10 years older. Argh. That means I look 10 years older, too. But you look about 26, so don't give it another thought!