Me, 53

It's my birthday today and I'm feeling a bit subdued. I've been claiming to be "in the prime of my life" since I turned 40, and I'm beginning to wonder what is next. Not past my prime exactly, maybe I should aim for "50-ish & fabulous-ish"?

I have decided that this is a year when I will be trimming down - not just me, but a lot of stuff, including half-finished projects & other dreams in which I am no longer interested. I need to jettison the junk and focus on living fully & being healthy, so I can face whatever comes next with a positive attitude -- bring it on!