30

So today marks a milestone, I turn the page to my 30's. And while I remember being a kid and thinking that 30 was "so old" now that I'm here it doesn't feel that way at all. I think some people are scared of 30 because it feels like the end of their youth, a distinct line between being young and getting older. To me, turning 30 is exciting. I know who I am, I know what I want out of life and for the most part, I've figured out how to get there. I'm exactly where I would have liked to be in my life at this point. I have the most amazing husband and the sweetest miracle baby that make me a better person everyday. 

So in honor of my 30 years, I've compiled the most important 30 life lessons I've learned in these first 30 years of my life. I'm sure I will have many to add in the next 10, 20, 30 years and beyond.

1. Having love in your life is almost as necessary as air to breathe.

2. Your job is not your life.

3. Change can be scary, but it can also be the best thing to ever happen to you.

4. Patience will pay off, no matter how hard to accept.

5. A positive attitude can be a game changer.

6. Appreciate your family, they won't be here forever.

7. Say you're sorry when you screw up.

8. It's not important for everyone to like you.

9. Jealousy is a useless emotion.

10. Perfection is never perfect.

11. Honesty really is the best policy.

12. Confidence is the sexiest thing you can put on everyday.

13. Capture as many memories as you can, you won't remember everything you think you will.

14. Appreciate the small things.

15. Go with your gut and don't second guess yourself.

16. It's not all about you.

17. Happiness isn't for sale in any store.

18. The majority of your problems are insignificant in the grand scheme of things.

19. Be thankful for everything you have; it's significantly more than most people will ever know.

20. Laughter really is the best medicine.

21. Worrying is overrated.

22. The happiest girls are the prettiest girls.

23. Having a few people who have your back is always better than 100 people who don't.

24. Don't rush things that need more time.

25. Make time to enjoy your passion.

26. Help others as often as you can.

27. Reward yourself for achieving milestones along the way.

28. Your way is not always the right way.

29. The "golden rule" is always applicable.

30. You don't know everything and you never will.

So as I look back and think about all of the things I've learned, I feel lucky with everything I’m taking away. And so I welcome in this next decade and can't wait to see what new adventures lie ahead!

I have to also say Happy Birthday to my beautiful sister who I get to share this day with every year!

Happy Birthday Arla!

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