Damn, I have been talking about this for a long time. Definitely had a lowkey midlife crisis for a few months--but it's ridiculous to continue to squander valuable and limited brain real estate on something you can't change. So better to just work on things you can change. That's what I will continue to do.
I have always admired Sandra Day O'Connor for having an outstanding career after raising her family; I hope I continue to have the kind of energy that takes. Being an activist suits me and I am going to work my hardest to "re-brand" eating disorders as serious illnesses that deserve society's support. The funding inequalities are astonishing; I think greater public EDucation will help change this. We're not getting our piece of the pie. That needs to change.
My juggle now is to find my voice. I can't be quite as unfiltered as is my style, but part of what makes me effective is to say things others might not. I really appreciate all the support I am getting and am hoping to partner with some cool new people on the Twitter front. Stay tuned.
I highly recommend a day filled with all your favorites the day before a big birthday. Had a relaxing and wonderful sleepover with my good friend, Michele; I made a nice pasta, salad and bread for dinner last night and she and Mr. Fix-it and I watched American Hustle. I stayed up until 11 p..m. on a school night! This morning we had mimosas while watching Blue Jasmine (LOVED IT), then massages at a day spa to which I will definitely return--pampering without snootiness. Skype call with my PITAs and then book group with my water polo moms. Coworker lunch date and lans for a nice dinner out with Mr. Fix-it tomorrow night.
It's a good life; I enjoy living it. I hope I get to do it for a lotta more years.
P.S. If you know anyone that wants to put me on the TV or radio, I really enjoy doing it; I feel like I am connecting with people and getting the message out. I can't embed the tape of my radio interview, but here's the link. Boy, I am meeting really nice, ethical people--it's restoring my faith in humanity.
Happy birthday to you my friend!!! Your recent day(s) sound just perfect to me too. Best wishes for many more enjoyable days.
XOXO
Posted by: Busy Bee Suz | March 28, 2014 at 09:19 AM
that's a great selfie! Happy Birthday!
Posted by: Smalltown Me | March 28, 2014 at 11:07 AM
Happy Birthday! The work you're doing now for ED is amazing.
Posted by: Claudia from Idiot's Kitchen | March 28, 2014 at 12:20 PM
And today, being your big day, you have found that 50 is pretty nice. I think you should continue celebrating right up to April 1. Take a break then try to help me celebrate 77 on April 3. :-)
Posted by: Gail | March 28, 2014 at 03:03 PM
50 :) NICE job so far!!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted by: gary rith | March 28, 2014 at 03:34 PM
Happy Birthday! Enjoy your cake!
Posted by: suburbancorrespondent, who advises against going to the doctor once you are 50 | March 28, 2014 at 05:09 PM
You look incredible--beautiful and happy.
Here's to a great year for you--I enjoyed reading this reflection on where you've been and where you're going.
Posted by: Green Girl in Wisconsin | March 28, 2014 at 06:19 PM
Happy Birthday! 50 looks fabulous!
Posted by: momtaxijulie | March 29, 2014 at 02:25 PM
You make 50 look fabulous. Happy birthday!
Posted by: Karen (formerly kcinnova) | March 31, 2014 at 01:25 AM
I just sent you a FB message, because I didn't want to gush publicly. (I will say, though, that the scarf really brings out your eyes!)
Posted by: Jen | April 01, 2014 at 11:55 AM