When I'm 61

It's my birthday today. I am 61.

Luckily, I am spending it with my husband and pup.
Unluckily, we are all stuck in the house with quarantine.

Rather than unload on why I am pissed today, I will take a moment to be thankful.

I've had an amazing life. I've traveled all over the world and all over the United States. I've seen buildings, sites, people and history - and shared them with friends.

Thee is always more I want to see and do. I have been able to do that because of a sense of wonder instilled in me by family. I've been able to do that with the love of friends and my husband. I've been able to do that because of Ed. I've been able to do that because of Steve and Clay, years ago. I've been able to do that because of Mark. I've been able to do that with Jane and Gareth and Barbara and the Hunts. I've been able to do that because of Lynn.

It's my birthday and I am thankful. I am particularly thankful that I get to wake up next to Eddie - who encourages my dreams, keeps my bad decisions in check and makes me laugh most every day.

I am ready for my next adventure, something I never thought I would be able to say at 61 years old.

PS - the picture in the picture was purchased my Jeopardy winnings :-).