Turning Thirty
I’m officially living the last few days of my twenties…it seems so weird to be writing that. My twenties have been quite an experience and I’m now preparing to take on this new decade with an improved experience of life. I spent the last few days reflecting on what I learned, lost and loved during these last 10 years and what I can take with me. I lot of wheat I learned was hard and painful but I’ so glad that I’ve had these life lessons.
In my twenties I dated a few people and kept some of them around way too long…lesson learned but I also met my fiancé who treats me better than anyone I’ve ever met. I also made a lot of money and lost a lot of money…I can do a whole post about my money mistakes. I lost a grandparent but also gained a soon to be stepdaughter. I created life and also lost life. I made new friends and lost old ones. To be fair when we lose friends, I believe their purpose in your life was done and some just simply need to be cut. I also took a trip to Thailand without any of my family which was very hard for me. Needless to say I went through so much that has shaped me and prepared me for my thirties.
I’m so thankful that God has allowed me to experience so much and grow. I’m grateful for the people I’ve met thus far and for what they bring to my life. Based on those experiences I have made major plans for myself as I turn 30.
One of my major plans is to embark on a NO BUY THIRTY. I’m sure you’re like WTH is that. Well…I plan on not making any unnecessary retail purchases my whole year of being thirty. Now by unnecessary I mean clothes, shoes, handbags and other accessories. I have acquired so much over the last few months that I have no need for anything…especially because Los Angeles is still shutdown.
During my twenties, I spent sooo much on clothes, like an EMBARRASSING amount and other items and many of them weren’t worth it. I also saved so much money because I planned to purchase a house but when that didn’t work, I went out and bought several designer items…not so smart. I recently realized that I have an issue…buying clothes and other items is how I deal with issues in my life. It’s my outlet and while it’s good to have an outlet, this cannot be the case in my thirties. So on Friday, 8/14 I’m embarking on my NO BUY journey.
My birthday wish is to make better decisions and to become financially responsible. Not only that but also to step out and accomplish my goals and put the effort into my dreams. I want to step out on faith and stop holding myself back. If there’s anything we can take from this pandemic its that tomorrow is not promised. So, those are my 30th birthday wishes and I’ll be praying and and working towards making them all come true.
