So Sunday was my birthday.
I’m 30.
I realized the other day that I have been unconsciously counting down to thirty this entire year. I realized it when suddenly everything I was frustrated about lately ended in the thought “And I’m going to be thirty!”
(Cue Meg Ryan via When Harry Met Sally voice in my head.)
I don’t know why that was such a big deal to me, I don’t feel any different than I did 2 days ago.
No scratch that, I feel better.
I’ve been sort of stupidly dreading this milestone for months, not really because I fear getting old, but more because I fear the idea that I haven’t made anything of my life. But when I woke up on my birthday, I felt just fine about my life, and who I am now. Do I wish I was more patient and brave, not so overly-sensitive, and anxious, well yeah. And I may be a lot more tired than I was back then, but I know a whole lot more than I did at 20, and I feel like everything is cool. You know what I mean? I don’t think I’d trade those ten years of growth and learning for anything.
Plus, last year I wished for a baby when I blew out my candles and it worked out pretty nicely, so I’ve got a good feeling about my thirties.
Turns out the only thing that really bothers me about being 30 is the term “Dirty Thirty.”
a.it’s stupid.
b. it sounds disgusting and like something a teenager would say (except I keep hearing 30-year-olds say it- ew.)
and,
c. what does that even mean anyway?
Also, Mr. figured out how much I despise that phrase and has therefore begun using it nonstop.
Terd.
Here’s to my next 30 years.
Happy 30th Birthday! I just turned 30 in August and I have to agree with you, I feel better than I did before. More myself, happy, secure and hey – a month later we found out we were expecting our 1st baby so this is definitely going to be a good year! :)
happy birthday! today is mine, im turning 25!
love your top and purple scarf!
-Lauren
http://ourprettypieces.blogspot.com/
happy be-lated birthday. the big three-oh is coming up for us too!!!
LOVE the skirt & the side buttons!!!
xo. c & v
cake & valley
Happy Birthday!
First off Happy Birthday to you! You look stunning. I too turned thirty this year and it made me feel awful at first but it’s just a number right? Hope you have a great day. xoxo
Happy Birthday. It’s just a number and all that really matters is how old you feel. Embrace being 30. I’m 33 and somedays i forget that I’m 33. I don’t feel like it. If you get a chance please check out my 30 in 30.
Agi:)
vodkainfusedlemonade.wordpress.com
Happy happy birthday! I am sure your 30th year will be one for the books!!
Chelsea
Haute Child in the City
Yes! 30 is fabulous!! I feel so good in my own skin. Yes, yes – I also need to be more patient, not so sensitive, etc, but I feel like I’m aware of those things now & am actually able to accomplish it – that idea was so foreign to me in my 20’s. So, here’s to rockin the 30’s!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
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Happy Birthday! Believe me, it only gets better from here!
Holy cow, didn’t you have a baby like. 5 mins ago?? You look AMAZING!! good for you girl!! Your 30’s are going to be perfect. Embrace it! ! Much love to you!
Oliviamoone.blogspot.com
Happy Birthday! You make 30 look pretty darn good by the way! I’m going to have to steal this look top to bottom (and convince my husband that I NEED that riding skirt).
I’m 29 right now and next October I’m pretty sure I’ll be going through the same emotions. I’ll be sure to come back here and read this for support :)
30’s are the best, I have been in mine for 2 years now and it just keeps getting better!! oh, and I just love this outfit … it really is perfection!!
Jess
http://www.jesscauseblog.blogspot.com
loving the color combo here — happy 30. I’m turning 30 myself this year and hoping for the best: )
http://allthingsprettyandlittle.blogspot.com/
Happy, happy birthday! Oh, don’t worry about that silly saying! It obviously doesn’t apply to you:) xoxo
Your stunning in the Ginger:)
You look amazing…so don’t get me wrong…but HOW are you only 30?!
LOVE this skirt. Happy {belated} birthday!
Happy Birthday!!! xo
Krystal K.
The Feisty House
http://www.thefeistyhouse.com
Happy 30th!
Gosh I’m turning 30 this year too! Happy belated bday!
BTW, I absolutely adore your skirts!
Style in the City
Happy birthday Cori! 30 really isn’t as bad as it is made out to be :) I love your purple and yellow combo, perfect!
awh! happy birthday!! I turn 30 on the 14th! :) Such a cute outfit btw. 30’s will be amazing!!
Love the skirt and outfit…So glad to have you in our club now!
I’ve got an aunt who will be 105 in a few months, and she recently taught someone who worked at her nursing home how to pray. You still have time to do a lot more important things in your life.
Happy Birthday!! I was dreading this year too. I turn 30 in June! Now that the year is here, I’m sort of embracing it.
I love that outfit!
Happy Birthday!
happymedley.blogspot.com
Happy birthday, dear! You SHOULD love being 30! You have a beautiful family and wisdom gained with it to boot. I’m turning 30 in April and I feel awesome about it, like I’ve finally settled into myself. Anyway, you look beautiful as usual. :)
Happy B day! I’m sad you aren’t in Seattle anymore- I loved watching you fall in love with the city- it is such a wonderful place. I can’t believe how amazing you look- didn’t you just have a baby? Wow!
And I love this outfit- great mix of colors!
I just turned 30 too and feel the exact same way about it being called “dirty 30.” So glad to hear I’m not the only one!
Happy 30th Birthday!! My 30th B-day was rough too! But I’ve become the best me in my 30’s. I had about the same reaction as you, but once I was 30 it was great!
Love the new riding skirt!! All your designs are so pretty!