I turn 50 today! I'm kind of feeling emotionally "down" about it. I know it's "just a number" but it is a time in life of reflection. I reflect on my life and it sure isn't where I planned it would be. In addition, this is my very first birthday without my mother. No card or call from her this year. (Sad face.)
I am fortunate for the love and care I have from family members still around. However, being so far away from them makes me a bit sad. Fortunately I have some great friends (and former Kirby House guests) who are visiting the area and treating Mary, Drew and me to dinner tonight at Tello's in South Haven. They also took Drew and me to Everyday People Café last night. That is the excitement to my 50th birthday, other than taking Drew to the doctor today.
I was very happy to have my sister and three nieces visit me a couple weeks ago. They made the trip here from the Detroit area during the kids' spring break. We really had a nice time and my sister treated us to Phil's Bar & Grille in Saugatuck. We had a fun day shopping in downtown Holland as well. It was a nice early birthday celebration.
The sun finally came out today. That might help lift my spirits. I did take two days off from work so maybe I'll do some "birthday shopping" Saturday or Sunday. Happy Half Century. - Jimmy
