Category: Birthday

Das Weekend

In approximately 1.5 hours I will regretfully be out of my 30s. Yes, that day is almost here: I will be over the hill on Saturday. Yay. As far as plans go, we really don't have any. Every place is crowded for dinner so it's not worth the effort--even if it's my birthday. Instead we … Continue reading Das Weekend →

Surprise!

About Christmas time, my buddy Tim had mentioned that in order to celebrate our 40th birthdays in 2009, we should go out for lunch and the local batting cages. He set the tentative date for Saturday, February 7th and I made absolutely sure I reserved that day for the occasion. Hey, batting cages and lunch? … Continue reading Surprise! →

Less Than 30 to 40

Does that title make any sense to you? It will in a minute. You see, as of this post I have less than 30 days left of my 30s. That's because on February 14th--Valentine's Day for those of you keeping score at home--I will turn 40, officially giving up on keeping track of my chronological … Continue reading Less Than 30 to 40 →

40/35/5

I got an e-mail the other day from Carnival Cruise Lines with the following reminder: "It's just 90 days until your birthday!" Holy crap in a pita! I have less than 90 days left to enjoy my 30s because after February 14, 2009, I will be officially in my 40s. It's not like I sit … Continue reading 40/35/5 →

Should I Worry?

In casual conversation yesterday, Ann mentioned that she and her mom are already talking of plans for my 40th birthday next year. Because I don't want to be surrounded by stupid little tombstone-shaped Mylar balloons and "Over The Hill" cakes, I told her "no parties" and she promptly told me that there wouldn't be. And … Continue reading Should I Worry? →