What to Expect: the 39th year

(this is stolen from Sarah Schmelling-Real Simple 2009)

So in between laying on the couch or my bed today, due to a bug of some sorts...

I found this and had a good laugh.

"Your 38-year old is always on the go, exploring her world and trying out words like ergonomic, Twitter, and spa day.  But even if she's often brimming with confidence, you can still help her to build on her skills and expand her dynamic personality.

By this year, your 38-year old should be able to:

• color-coordinate her own clothing. (this is why 38 yr olds wear black...)
• plan a weekend getaway.  (Not sure what this is)
• change a diaper in under 2 minutes (I have mastered this skill)

Will PROBABLY be able to:

• Host a last minute dinner party.
• Operate a food processor.
• Start an insightful discussion on both Federal spending and Japanese fashion.

May even be able to:

• Write a best-selling novel, work full-time, and run a charity organization.

What you may be wondering about.
MANIC MILESTONES
"My 38-year old has started talking about the big 4-0.  she wavers between saying, 'Forty is the new 30,' and pretending she's too young to remember Duran Duran.  What should I do?"

"Make small changes to ease her through the transition.  Arrange to have her carded at her favorite restaurant. (when she orders iced tea)  Or slip the cute young waiter an extra tip to hit on her for the evening.  Just so long as he avoids comparing her to his mother."  (Ladies... I am going to do this to one of you just so you know in advance!)

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Random I know.  But it brought back memories of my first few kids when I literally obsessed about their milestones and how they were doing. 

Could they roll over?
Feed themselves?
Stand while holding something?
Write their own name?

I haven't done that in years.
But I guess as a parent there are a few things that I hope my "adult child" will be able to do (when they eventually get there)

1.  Have a relationship with Jesus.
2.  Move out of the family home.
3.  Call home on a regular basis and even come visit, so that their parents (Josh & I) don't get lonely.
4.  Have a job and be successful at it.
5.  Treat others with respect.
6.  Be caring, compassionate, and giving to others.
7.  Have and maintain healthy relationships with ALL their siblings.
8.  Stay out of debt, unless it is on a house or car.
9.  Be actively involved in their community, church or school.
10. Graduate from college.

Anything else will be a bonus... I hope!

On a side note,
HAPPY BIRTHDAY to my amazing and wonderful Mother.  I believe she is 40 today ;)
I LOVE you Mom!  I hope that you know how much you mean to me.  I appreciate all the sacrifices you have made through the years for me!  You are awesome!
xoxox- Suzanne

p.s.  Thanks for all the prayers for my friends in North Carolina.  Baby was born 6 wks early and believe it or not was 6lbs 4 oz!!!  Mom had 3.5 hour surgery following the c/s, She lost 7 units of blood and they gave her 4 units.   Haven't heard any more reports, but the initial details were good news.  They will of course need lots of prayers in the coming weeks and months as mom will be in the hospital recovering for a while.

p.s.s.  I am subbing in 5/6 grade tomorrow.  Wish me luck!