Cliche as it may sound, i feel that really life begins at 40. It's only a matter of several weeks till I turn 40 and already i feel that may life will be beginning anew!
The past 39 years have been a blast. I am thankful for the opportunities that have been presented my way. For the people that have played a major role in what I am today. The hardships that if I have not undergone, would not have made me stronger, mature and open-minded as, I would like to believe, I am now. The happiness that have made my heart swell with joy and fulfillment.
I have a family who supports me. Two wonderful, kind and loving children whom I adore and would do anything for. My husband who loves and supports me all the way. I am thankful.
I only have a handful of friends. But this handfuls are true to the truest sense of the word. These are friends that I may not see everyday, we are even continents apart but I know in my heart that they will come to my aide when I'm in dire need. I am thankful.
I have experienced hardship, happiness, pain, frustration, betrayal, sadness, fulfillment, love, jealousy, anger, fear. And for these, I am thankful.
On the 2nd day of June 2012, I am officially 40.
And I am looking forward to, hopefully, 40 more.
I have so many things to still accomplish. For me, for my kids, for my family. Those are my immediate and primary concerns. But with these primary things I have to fulfill and accomplish, I am also hoping that along the way of accomplishing these, I will also be of help to my community and my country.
I want to still learn and better my craft. To share my talents and knowledge to the young ones in the industry. To impart the values I believe in when it comes to my work and profession.
Above all, I want my kids to grow up as responsible, loving and God-fearing individuals. Who values honesty, integrity and equality.
At 40, may I be the person that I have always dreamt of -- cool, calm, collected; experienced and mature; just and fair; loving and understanding. Someone who accepts her mistakes and uses it to better herself; someone who accepts criticism with an open mind. Someone who not just hears but listens; someone who not just gives but shares willingly; someone who not just likes but loves.
For all that has come my way, I am thankful.
