Would someone pass me a tissue, please?
On September 3rd, I will be turning...
This September 3rd, I'm going to be...
Okay, I can say it. Here I go:
On September 3rd of this year, I will be turning (oh, tear...) 33 years old.
Oh God.
My heart is beating madly, trying to figure out where all the years have gone... how am I so old, already? 33? That's old, people! I know it's old because I remember when my mom was 33 and I was like: "OMG, mom, that is old! 33! Wow!" And now? I'm there. 33 years old.
But how can that be when I feel like I'm 20 still? I mean, I still can't cook. That well. I'm not a nikokira. (That means good housewife in Greek). But - I am a very happy and good mom to my children. For this, I am proud. And I have enjoyed every single year leading up to this 33rd. So I have a lot to happy about - a lot of great memories. But still - turning 33 is kind of like turning a page, you know? Next year, I'll be 34 and the year after that 35, and then I'll be almost 40.
Also? Besides the fact that I'm turning 33 years old on September 3rd, it also happens to be the very first day my son goes to school - kindergarten - to meet his teacher for the first time.
Um, talk about an emotional day! My oldest son, starting school (sort of, it's more like meet-the-teacher day) on the day I turn 33.
Good times!
Again... can someone please pass me a tissue?
On September 3rd, I will be turning...
This September 3rd, I'm going to be...
Okay, I can say it. Here I go:
On September 3rd of this year, I will be turning (oh, tear...) 33 years old.
Oh God.
My heart is beating madly, trying to figure out where all the years have gone... how am I so old, already? 33? That's old, people! I know it's old because I remember when my mom was 33 and I was like: "OMG, mom, that is old! 33! Wow!" And now? I'm there. 33 years old.
But how can that be when I feel like I'm 20 still? I mean, I still can't cook. That well. I'm not a nikokira. (That means good housewife in Greek). But - I am a very happy and good mom to my children. For this, I am proud. And I have enjoyed every single year leading up to this 33rd. So I have a lot to happy about - a lot of great memories. But still - turning 33 is kind of like turning a page, you know? Next year, I'll be 34 and the year after that 35, and then I'll be almost 40.
Also? Besides the fact that I'm turning 33 years old on September 3rd, it also happens to be the very first day my son goes to school - kindergarten - to meet his teacher for the first time.
Um, talk about an emotional day! My oldest son, starting school (sort of, it's more like meet-the-teacher day) on the day I turn 33.
Good times!
Again... can someone please pass me a tissue?
Comments
I was just thinking about how I'm gonna be a total freaking wreck when Hollis goes to school. Oh lordy!!! I'll be thinking of you!
BTW, I'm not a nikokira, either. I like that word!
Sending you Kleenex by the semi full for Sept. 3.
We are as young as we feel but what happens when we start to feel old?
@kjcollard
Can I tell you it does't get any easier...BUT the good news is I certainly don't feel like I'm 39 so the ol' saying is true.."you are as old as you feel"! We just need to 'think' 25 for the rest of our lives! LOL!
Kindergarten would phase me a lot more than 33! He'll love it, and you'll be braver than you think!
I have to say though- I am so surprised to hear that you are worried about this age thing. You are very pretty and look young. I am actually quite jealous. So, don't worry about the number. That is all it is.
I can't help you on the kindergarten thing. That will be sad I'm afraid!
That is kinda crazy that your little dude starts K that same day. I say you get even MORE cake that day!
P.S. 33 was a great year for me...
Can't believe it falls on meet-the-teacher day! Talk about an emotional day.
tp
I will hand you a tissue, and inform you that...*pst* we are the same age this year....though I always have to check with the mrs. to find out how old I am...not a fan of b-days....
Enjoyed reading your blog...and tweeting with you...
Cheers!
~daddy b