(This blog turned out longer than I was expecting. I’m so sorry! I need to write more often because I obviously have a lot on my mind these days.)
The last few weeks for me have been full of surprises and changes. I jokingly say “it’s my mini mid-life crisis since I turn 30 in a few short weeks.” I turn 30…new decade, new adventures, new dating bracket? It’s crazy to think I am 30 years old or I guess I feel more comfortable saying 30 years young. I remember turning 20 and that seems like it was yesterday. I remember turning 23 and moving to Colorado! I remember turning 26, which has been the “hardest” birthday for me thus far. I guess because I knew I would be 30 in 4 years! Well, those 4 years flew by! Time truly does fly when you are having fun and when you get older! Given that, I feel like I am truly “falling into fall” this year. 2011 has been one of the BEST years on record for me and I can’t wait to see what 2012 holds for me!
On September 17, I was finally able to go see my hairdresser for a much needed haircut and color. It’s hard to 1) get onto Rochelle calendar because she is the BEST hairdresser in the state (my opinion!) 2) she is located in Boulder, which finding time to make it to Boulder is hard enough, but especially hard when working with Rochelle schedule. Regardless, I was excited to spend the few hours with Rochelle just catching up on life. We have become friends the past 4 years I’ve been going to her. Anyway, though I don’t color my hair often (maybe once a year) I was feeling like a new color was definitely needed. Rochelle suggested a red like Drew Barrymore’s. And surprisingly enough, I thought it would look great on me, so we went for it. It turned out fabulous in my opinion. It’s the perfect color red for my skin tone. Plus, it’s hiding the few gray hairs that are coming in. L Sadly enough. Does this mean coloring my hair is going to become a regular thing? Bummer, I’m at that age.
The hair was the first BIG thing! Then a week later I decide it was time to end things with my “Man Friend” (I will keep him nameless though some of you know who I’m referring too. This is out of respect of him). Though he is a great guy he just isn’t the guy for me. It’s interesting being single at this age. I look at dating completely different than I ever did in my early 20’s. In my early 20’s I wanted to have fun, be free, independent, and not find a husband. Marriage was honestly the last thing on my mind. I loved (and still love) my freedom to do what I want, when I want! (Oh and did I mention I can shop and spend MY money the way I want without “checking-in” with a husband?!?! its awesome and I think I will miss that most if and when I get married!!) Sure in my early to mid 20’s I dated guys, but I wasn’t wanting/looking for anything serious, so the guys I dated were honestly more friends than anything. I was okay with this during that time.
Since dating the “man friend” I have learned one VERY important thing about me…I’m ready for something serious when dating someone. SCARY thought! I am finally ready to find that special someone to start a new adventure with. And maybe start a family? Who knows what’s in store for me, but I honestly feel like I’m ready to start the next phase of my life. Maybe it’s not a husband or kids, but rather a new career? (PS. I really want to do real estate…I have the book, I just need to study! My social calendar is so busy that I don’t have time to study though. Lame excuse, but it’s true.)
Life is so funny sometimes. If you would have asked me at age 20 where I would be at 30, I would have said “married with a baby or a baby on the way.” Funny how life takes you in different directions and takes you down different paths you would have not else thought of. When I was growing up I remember thinking “gosh, my mom and dad were so ‘old’ when they had me.” WHAT?!?!! They were only 31 and 33 when I was born! They were, in fact, young. Actually, very young! I don’t feel 30 and most the time act 30. I love my life and would not change a thing about it.
Given where I’m at in life I need to give a SHOUT out to my girlfriends. Each one of you! My life would NOT be nearly has awesome as it is without each one of you! In fact, I feel sorry for any guy that I date because he will have to share with my girls and get the “seal of approval” from each one of you. Each of you is my rock and keeps my life filled with laughter and fun. You are also the ones that know what I’m going through when I am struggling. You are the first ones by my side when I break up with a guy and the first ones to get excited when I have a date with a new guy. You tell me on a daily/weekly basis that you love me. God has truly blessed me with some of the most amazing friends on this Earth. Though some of them are married and have babies they still find time for me! How lucky am I?!?! They consider me and our friendship important enough to make time for me with a husband and a baby. I would say that is love. J
I’m going to leave you all with a quote I came across several months ago. I shared with a few of girls because I liked it so much and I see this to be true, even though I don’t have a boyfriend or husband. My girls have always been there, while all the men I’ve dated have let me down. I know the right guy is out there. Maybe he is married to the wrong woman right now. Maybe he is still finding himself and figuring out what he wants. Maybe he is making tons of money and has had the time to find me yet. J I said it ladies…I wouldn’t mind having a sugar daddy. ;)
"True friends are those who will always rally round when you are in trouble, or sick, or you need a good laugh or a new dress or even just to download your day. Your friends are there when you need them. Guaranteed. But with your partner, you just never can tell."
Lastly, I bought myself a new car! She is very pretty. I had been looking at Ford Edge’s for a few months and the 2011 got some of the best reviews from consumers and experts, so I decided I wanted one! Plus, my Passat had been giving me so much trouble, I thought what the heck. Though having a car payment will be an adjustment for me, but it’s an adjustment I am willing to have to have a working car. Her name is Fancy…Fancy the Ford.
Here are some pictures of the past few weeks and the new car and the fall colors near Mount Evans. I love Fall!
One of my favorite little girl's sent me the best picture the other day! Love you so much Rory girl!
Isn't she the cutest thing?!??! Yup...she sure is and her parents are easily the coolest people I know. Love you Molly & Jesse.
Thanks to everyone that is reading my blog. I hope you find it interesting and honest. I truly am writing from the heart. :)
Love,
Alli
