So, Tuesday is a big day. It is election day of course, but more importantly, it is my birthday. You can see where my priorities are. I have already voted. I actually have already celebrated my birthday this past Saturday. So, Tuesday, I will enjoy just being as I turn 65. I am also having a hard time with the fact that I am 65. How in the world did I get here and where did the time go? I feel a whole lot younger than my birth certificate says so 65 also feels a little unreal. Except for this morning when I bent over to pick something up and pulled a muscle in my lower back. What??? Maybe that was my body telling me Happy Birthday.
As I think back over my life, I realize I have accomplished a lot. I have grown and I have overcome. I have four wonderful children and three equally wonderful stepchildren. I have five incredible grandchildren…aren’t grands just the best! And I have a rather independent cat. Oh…and one husband. Who planned and implemented my birthday celebration all by himself.
I went to college and got my business degree and then went on to get my master’s in divinity degree. I am licensed as a local pastor in the United Methodist denomination and the only reason I did not go on for my Elder’s orders is because I needed to locate in place to be near my parents. I am currently working to become certified as a Spiritual Director and if all goes well, I will graduate in May. Yes, I am a lifelong student. I will probably always be learning something somehow. Maybe I will become a master gardener next…hmmmm. And yes, I tend to resemble Doug the dog from Up.
But back to being 65. Turning 65 means I am now on Medicare. It means I am approaching retirement, and I need to get all that figured out. It is hard when you love your job and if things were different, I would not retire. But my husband is seven years older than I am. He has had two knee replacements and quadruple bypass surgery, and I would like to enjoy life and do all the things before it is too late. So, like they say, timing is everything. I would also like to spend time with my grandchildren taking them traveling and doing fun things with them.
So, I am looking forward to this next chapter and all the adventures it will bring. I look forward to making memories with my loved ones and dear friends here in Florida. I also look forward to spending more time in Ohio with family and friends there. I want to travel and find new experiences. Suggestions appreciated! This next chapter I am beginning, will be just the next leg on my journey. I plan to make the best of it.
Peace,
Beth
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