Birthday Thoughts

1. Expect the unexpected.
2. No relationships are safe.
3. Sometimes it's okay to keep the walls up.
4. Emotional decision-making can be problematic.
5. Pets are special.
6. Creativity is important.
7. Money is overrated.
8. Swimming makes me feel like a kid.
9. Thank friends for sharing music.
10. Be more forgiving, yet strong.
11. Cry more.
12. Laugh more.
13. Sing a little less in public.
14. Stop walking around like a ballerina.
15. Appreciate the things that make people special.
16. Lose some ego.
17. Keep toenails painted.
18. Be who others think I am.
19. Do what I'm capable of doing.
20. Appreciate the serenity in silence.
21. Let go of the need for balance and chaos.
22. Fall and get back up.
23. Create old jokes with new friends.
24. Try to keep shoes on when teaching.
25. Sing in the shower much more loudly.
26. Stay on one side of the bed.
27. Try not to make phone calls after midnight.
28. Bring back some optimism.