The Month of 50
The 29 Days of 50
Today, I turned 50, surely something I’ve dreaded, probably for most of my life. But, yet, it’s here. It snuck up and bit me, and while I’d rather be anywhere than here (at the gates to my ‘senior’ years), the bite was made much less painful by an entire month of birthday greetings, jokes, and gifts. To you, my family and friends, I thank you and dedicate the 29 Days of 50.
On the first day of 50, Kim and the Dykstras gave to me
a card and a gift certificate from Eddies!
On the second day of 50, Keith and Taryn gave to me
a sweet card acknowledging that I’m only 30. (Thanks!)
On the 8th day of 50, Peggy Edwards gave to me
a getting better, not older, (don’t I wish!) wish for a Happy 50.
On the 12th day of 50, Mike and Mary gave to me
Screwitol, a brand new aging remedy.
On the 13th day of 50, Pat Potter Bennett gave to me
proof that the mind goes as fast as the body.
And on the 13th day of 50, Jessy McKenna gave to me
wishes with a map in case I lose my memory.
On the 14th day of 50, Jim and Gloria gave to me
a rockin’ B&N gift card cuz I made it to 50.
On the 15th day of 50, Andy and Rebecca gave to me
a card, a mug, and some yummy Thanksgiving coffee.
On the 17th day of 50, Casie and Anthony gave to me
a singing card that said I’m a freak of nature (LOL) and chocolate that’s minty.
On the 18th day of 50, Jason, Becky and girls gave to me
a happy smile cuz they said that I’m sweet naturally.
On the 19th day of 50, Jo and Marty gave to me
a WalMart gift card and wishes for everything happy.
On the 20th day of 50, Denise Harris sent to me
many candles and a sweet note saying she’s thinking about me.
On the 21st day of 50, Kevin and Robin gave to me
words of sisterly (in law) love from Kansas City.
On the 22nd day of 50, Hollie, Darrin, and Allison gave to me
a laugh, a hug, and a 30-pack for a whole month of celebrating.
On the 23rd day of 50, Sue Marcotte gave to me
an Irish blessing and pictures of our beautiful families.
On the 24th day of 50, Melissa and Ted gave to me
a Happy Birthday from their group of talented monkies.
On the 25th day of 50, my awesome sister, Tracy, gave to me
one of her delicious cakes and a very fantastic Thanksgiving.
On the 26th day of 50, Gina and Mike gave to me
incentive to lose weight and a lucky penny (it better be!).
On the 26th and 27th day of 50, Carol gave to me
a text, warm socks, and new clothes just for me.
On the 27th day of 50, Jessica Christensen gave to me
a special visit and everything I need when I’m cooking.
On the 27th day of 50, Lynice Lemenager gave to me
kudos for my book, birthday wishes, and sweet words about my family.
On the 27th day of 50, Mary, Mike, and Abby again gave to me
an I Should Come With Warning Labels calendar that is so fitting and a card for the wicked Queen. (Move over, Carol, I’m the queen!)
On the 27th day of 50, Jenny, Brett, and boys gave to me
a special card and a hug that was warm and loving.
On the 27th day of 50, Mama McKenna gave to me
a card and a welcome gift of green.
On the 27th day of 50, Sam and Sean gave to me
a lovely card, CD, black licorice, and apple pie with two candles that said 50.
On the 26th, 27th, and 28th day of 50, Sean, Sam, Pat, Meridith and Emily gave to me
three days of much needed and appreciated help laying our new flooring.
On the 29th day of 50, Heather gave to me
a special birthday call enjoyed over our morning coffee
(just the way we like it, huh, Heath?)
And on the 29th day of 50, last but not least, my Facebook and online friends gave to me
Tons of wishes for a very happy birthday.
Thank you, everyone.
I love you all! ♥
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You say it so well!!!!! You will find that 50 is 40 with WAY MORE experience and knowledge to fight off the dragons!!! And less people living in the castle!
love you lots,
Jo
Jo Smalter
November 30, 2010
hahahahah very clever.
Oh, and HAPPY BIRTHDAY
Claire
December 8, 2010