Jill’s Next Great Adventure

Posted by Kathy on Sep 9, 2009 in Featured | 5 comments

The other day I was searching the net and found a woman I knew you would love to meet.  So I emailed her and asked her if she would allow me to post her turning 40 story. Jill is a  busy working mother of three living in Bowdoinham Maine.  She enjoys Running 5K races, cooking italian food and making out with her gorgeous husband. Sorry ladies, no pictures.

If I could add anything to that it would be to say, she has some great friends, and wonderful sense of humor! She also knows how to TLC herself and take care of the mom, the wife, the wonderkin friend and adventurer!

Enjoy her story and check out her blog.  I know I sure could relate!   RLAG! Kathy Vick

Turning Forty

Well, here I am….it’s my birthday and I am now……40 years old! And you know what? I feel freaking fantastic. I have a fresh manicure, pedicure, eyebrow wax…..I feel like a hundred dollars. All day, I have received warm thoughts and messages from friends far and wide wishing me a happy birthday. How great is that!?! I went out to lunch at the Sea Dog with Matty P. and we had fun putting together his new Lego Pirate Raft (It’s my birthday and he gets a present-go figure). I came home and worked in the yard for a few hours and now I just cracked the cork on a lovely Pinot Grigio. A good friend is coming over shortly to help me celebrate my 40th birthday happy hour. It’s all good. So, the day I have been dreading is here and it ain’t half bad. A friend at work got me this book, it’s called “How not to look old.” She did it as a goof, but I must tell you, I love it. Since I started reading it I have switched lipstick colors, reconsidered bangs and had my eyebrows shaped differently. How handy! I am always amazed at the thoughtfulness of others. A dear old friend who I haven’t seen in years because she lives far away sent me the most amazing care package. It included a big ol wine glass (we all know I can use that) a “Seventeen” magazine (you’re never too old for boyfriend tips) and a Super Leopard Print Snuggie Deluxe….aka the WTF blanket. This little package made my day. Not merely for the contents, but more for the warmth and caring that went into it. It’s amazing because this woman changed my life when I had the honor of working for her because she was truly one of the greatest leaders I have ever encountered, but now today, so many years later, she still continues to make an impact on me. Thank you Jody, you are still an Amazing Woman and great friend. Another great friend got me this book called, “Run Like a Girl, Igniting the spark for your next great adventure.” It is beautiful and perfect and such a thoughtful gift, I get all Vklempt just reading it.

So, to all of you who I have been whining to about my 40th birthday for months and months….sorry. It’s actually not bad at all. I feel great….my boobs are still in the right place….I still have the greatest husband in the world who loves me unconditionally….I still have the best friends anyone could ever ask for….I have a strong faith in God…..and a truly blessed life. I am looking forward to the next 40 years. I hope you all come along with me for the ride on my “next great adventure.”

Jill Parker