Another Year Older...and Wiser too?

I turned 27 today. Most of you texted, called and facebooked me (ya I'm pretty sure that is now a word- "Facebooked" ). Birthdays are such a great time to just step back and realize how blessed we truly are. I'm so grateful for the love and support I have in my life. It truly is a gift.

With that all said, getting older is not easy. Yes I know I'm not "old", but hey I ain't gettin any younger, that's for sure. My knees are cracking and my back is aching. Not good signs. Or maybe I just need to take better care of myself.. that is possible.

It's funny though because I do honestly feel a year older. I'm not quite sure I'm all the wiser though. This year has definitely been one of growth. As a 26 year old, I backpacked Europe, moved to D.C., quit teaching, endured uenmployment for 3 months, and started a whole new career in accreditation. Those are pretty big things for me.

All in all, I won't soon forget 26, but I'm sure 27 got's some big moments for me too, and I'm pretty positive they'll involve many of you who are reading this.

Thank you for the love and thank you for the birthday wishes. I am who I am because of most of you. Here's to each day and making it count!