July-- Birthday Month!

This is birthday month around these parts.

My birthday is tomorrow, July 23rd and I will be 26. I know, it is amazing since my son is almost 16. Well, not.

I am going to be a glorious 47! I was thinking about how old and creaky I am getting, then went to an aerobics class and Sue, the instructor, told us she was 53. She is in great shape. So , so much for any excuses. I love being active and am thankful for my health and that I can move as much as I can. :)

Stephen is turing 16 on July 26th. Yes, he was 10 days late when he was born, just late enough to make me 31 instead of 30 when I had my first child. It just sounded so much older to me.. 31. All this from someone who claims not to get caught up in numbers.

Part of what keeps me thinking young is my mother in law. She will be 87 this fall. She is still winning bridge tournements. She has had a variety of ailments and 4 surgeries for hip and knee replacments, but she loves her bridge and it keeps her young and active. She calls me 'young', too. That is nice.

I also think about my grandparents who all lived into their mid-late 80's. On my mom's side, my grandparents were active and social for the whole duration. They always had something to look forward to, which I think was their secret to a happy and active life.

Now, on the other end of the spectrum is my son, who is turning 16. It is kind of cool in that this number is not such the 'magic bullet' it was for me when I was growing up. I was so intent on driving and freedom, I could not wait for that birthday. But, my son is very happy with his life, claims once he drives I will be sending him on errands all the time, so wants to peruse it but is not just dying to get out on the roads.

He is growing up gently. It is nice to watch.

So. My dh is busy with work and always waits until the last minute to buy presents, so I have outdoor skates all ready for them to wrap up and give me. Stephen's presents are all ready, too. And we are all out to eat next weekend at a great Italian grill.

And, talk about how we are not moving. Sounds like a fun time!

Happy Birthday to us!