Abstract Thursday - texture…

These steps now have plenty of texture so seem to fit the challenge.

I’m not sure why I was reminded of the saying life begins at 40 because I can barely remember that far back; in fact the only thing I remember about my 40th birthday is that I was on a skiing holiday in Austria with my husband. I took him into the little shop in the village several time to show him where the birthday cards were but on birthday morning no card. When we went down for breakfast there were cards on the table from people we’d made friends with and in the evening a grand chocolate birthday cake from the hotel. Shame on you husband!

So now I’m well past 40 but my saying of the day is ‘life begins at 40’.
The saying "life begins at forty" is most strongly associated with Walter B. Pitkin's 1932 self-help book of the same name. While he likely didn't coin the phrase, his book popularised it, suggesting that individuals in their forties had the potential for a more fulfilling and happy existence due to factors like increased financial stability and reduced societal pressures. 
Pitkin's Influence:
Walter B. Pitkin, an American journalist and professor at Columbia University, published "Life Begins at Forty" during a period of increasing life expectancy. The book became a bestseller, significantly contributing to the phrase's widespread use. 
Beyond the Book:
The phrase "life begins at forty" has transcended Pitkin's book, appearing in various forms of media, including movies, songs, and other books. It continues to be used as a reminder that life's potential for happiness and fulfillment is not limited to youth. 

Cultural Impact:
The book's popularity, along with the phrase itself, reflects a cultural shift in how middle age was perceived, moving away from a focus on decline and towards one of opportunity.