30’s the new 20
Whenever I heard the “30’s the new 20” line I used to believe it! You got these famous people with the world at their finger tips proclaiming that 30 is the best time of their life! It’s their second opportunity at youth, one in which they celebrated with success and apparently a Hollywood version of the fountain of youth.
BOOOOOOO!!!!!!
30 is not the new 20! When I was 20 I woke up in the morning spry and nimble. Now I have body parts that are starting to hurt, a sluggish attitude and I sometimes feel like I’ve developed a little gut that sure as heck wasn’t there at 20! When I was 20 I could go for days without sleeping and now my friends, give me my 8 hrs! When I was 20 I used to dress up for everything. If I was going to Walmart, you better believe I’m rollin’ in my new shoes with a fresh tee and fly jeans. Now, its always a white v-neck and typically my workout pants with my hair a mess and sweaty as all get out!
So here’s my new statement…”30’s the same 30 its always been”! Yup, that’s it! All you have to look forward to is the wonderful world of aging, but hopefully it’ll be paired with the beautiful growth of wisdom.
Now that I’m 30 I see life in a more realistic way. Do I need another $300 pair of jeans? Na, give me some Levis. Do I need 80 pairs of shoes? Nope, just give me 5 that I really like. Do I need to see how many people/girls like me? No thanks, just give me one that loves me no matter what. Simplicity is becoming my new motto and I love it! Family has my attention now. The little things become the big things and it feels so good! I love where I’m at right now. I wouldn’t want to be anywhere else. So bring it on 31!!! I’m ready for you! You can’t get me depressed! You won’t make me feel old! And if I’m single, I’ll still think I’m a winner!!!! But lets not push that too much cuz that’s a fragile subject, bring her fast Lord =)
God Bless
Manwell
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I love the transparency of this. And I can relate on so many points, yet I haven't come to be as accepting as you of the idea that I will be 30 (Especially being single-though I still think I am winner. lol) But like you said, Bring em fast Lord.
I am TRYING to not let it bother me. Love reading these and I Love what ya'll do!
Thanks!
Ahhhhhhhh….someone who is (along with me) embracing the new deccade of our lives! I have really enjoyed aging! I’m coming up to the eve of my 30th bday (Sep 2), YAY 80s babies!! I have been excited to turn 30 for almost a year now, while watching others desperately trying to turn back the clock in their minds. I love that I am finally feeling like I’m coming into myself, knowing who I am, and allowing God to reveal to me the beautiful woman he created me to be. I had fun in my 20s, but much of it was spent trying to determine who I was, what I wanted, how life is supposed to be, and where all of those questions left me. Thank God I found our Savior through all of that!! I love your description of Wal-Mart, I used to do the same in my 20s (the female version) and just the other night I went in yoga pants, flip flops, and a Chicago Cubs tee, curly hair all over my head. And as far as being single, know that God has the right one for you, Man of God. I am in the same boat, wondering, “Where is he?????” But, as soon as I begin to wonder, God reminds me that HE knows where he is. I’d rather be 50 and single than to be married to less than God’s best (Oh, Father don’t wait that long!!) I also find comfort in knowing that when God puts two together, it’s for ministry and for love, and I only desire the person who is determined on furthering the Kingdom with me. God has awesome plans!! Be blessed Manny!
30 mos def isn't the new 20. I just celebrated by best friend's 30th and it was amazing. Looking forward a few months when I turn 30, it doesn't feel like I'll be 30. Back in the day, I remember my friends talked about dreading turning 30. I think it's amazing. Mos def not 20 cause when I was 20 I didn't care about myself or the world. I didn't know God so I tried everything else to replace him. Now that I'm (almost) 30, I have a most amazing son, and he & God are my world. I wake up every day knowing I'm blessed. I live life to the fullest. And now even through the toughest storms, I stay strong because I know God is with me. So I agree 30 is definitely not the new 20.
LOL yeah it's always ur white V-neck!
Aww you think you're a winner but you have to KNOW you're a winner! We're still praying for your dreamgirl to come fast lol.
Love