Beyond 40 Blessings

Today at 40

Well it has arrived, another birthday.  Not just any birthday mind you, a big one.  The big 4-0 to be exact.  Let me just be honest and say that I have not been looking forward to this one, or excited in the least.  I still can't believe it, even after cake, all the cards, gifts, well wishes and calls.  Now to be completely honest, I have been absolutely dreading this one.  However, as the day has wore on, I've come to realize something.  There are worse things to dread.  I'm healthy, I'm loved and I am blessed.  I'm blessed beyond what I ever imagined and more than what I deserve.  
If I had to, I could count 40 blessings in a matter of a few minutes.  I have a beautiful daughter who I love with all of my heart who was the greatest gift ever at 34 and is still the best gift at 40.  She is today and will always be the best part of me.  Lily Grace is a true blessing from God.  
At 40, I am married to my best friend.  I have been with Matt for over half of my life now.  Today at 40, I can't imagine a day without him.  
I'm blessed at 40 to be loved by my Savior, no matter what.  Lord, you know that at 40, while I may be a bit wiser, I won't always use that wisdom in the things I say and do and yet you still and will always love me.  Thank you God!
So, while I have tried to hide from 40 and avoid it's coming, it's here and I am proud to be 40 and indeed BLESSED!  Thanks be to God.