30 Shades of Hooray!

     They say that 30 is the new 20, but is it? Most importantly, would you really want to be 20 again? Why is turning 30 such a dreaded experience?



       In June, I turn 30. Oddly enough, I'm excited. Your 20's are fun, but they are also scary. You not only think you're invincible, but you have no prior experience to prove otherwise. You make countless mistakes. I know I have.


    
     Currently, at 29, I feel happy. I have taken some knocks and have been made stronger because of it. I have begun improving myself both physically and mentally. I know what I have to put up with and what I don't. To be frank, I think I'm a lot more attractive now than five years ago. I've lost weight and cleared out useless clutter both mentally and externally. I believe that my 30th year will continue to bring insight and confidence. I like what's in the mirror.



      In the past year I've heard, "You don't look your age," many times. Turning 30 is not a death sentence. There are so many breakthroughs in science, diet and exercise that there is no reason to age poorly.


 
      I fully intend to improve my mind, body and spirit. I'm not worried about staying youthful. My parents have good genes, so that takes a load off of my mind. Thirty is a great number. I welcome this new phase in my life. Come what may, I'm ready. Bring on the big three-oh!