Yesterday was my 41st birthday. I had been thinking about this day for the last 2 – 3 weeks. When it gets close to my birthday, I tend to reflect back on my last year. What I wanted to do, what I actually did. Then I think ahead. What do I want to do, how am I going to do it? As usual each year goes by and I end up not exactly where I want to be, most times not even close. Some things I had control over and I did not act accordingly. Others, not so much. Like for instance, the weather today. Ugh!! I had plans to go to the University of Toledo and ride around on a Lime electric scooter. I was really looking forward to it. I know it sounds childish, but I don’t care. Lol. Since it is forecasted to rain all day, I guess not. Yes I know I can still ride in the rain, but not with my hair freshly done.
I will not undo the miracle that Sydona managed on this unruly mop. 💇🏾 At this point I haven’t figured out a Plan B for this day. Maybe nothing, maybe food (yes), or maybe the Art Museum. They have an exhibit that I have been wanting to attend. It is called “Community” by Rebecca Louise Law. It will be at the Toledo Art Museum until January 13, 2019. The exhibit is free on Thursdays open from 5 pm – 9 pm. Or you can attend the other days the museum is open at a cost of $10 and other special pricing based on age. For more details, www.toledomuseum.org. Something to do with flowers so if you have an allergy to pollen and such, may not be for you. Or just take a Claritin.
Anyhoo, here I am 41. I won’t go into details but life is pretty much the same as it was last year on this day. What am I going to do about it? Honestly, I don’t fucking know 🤷🏾! What I do know is I’ve got to do something. I have a week off to figure it out. Road trip! My birthday trip this year is all about me doing exactly what I want to do. Starting off with heading up North to visit the Cross in the Woods in Indian River, MI and hopefully seeing beautiful autumn scenery. Doing a turn and burn to head down south. I visit my mom at least once a year but I never get to stop along the way. I always wanted to stop and just meander. Go through Kentucky and see what’s over the next hill. That lookout spot on the expressway. The trees, the colors of the leaves. I do appreciate the little things. This trip will allow me to really enjoy them, immerse myself in them. Take pictures, listen to audiobooks, read, set new life goals and plans. Oh and the music. How I love music. Oh wait I already told y’all that. Lol. I need to load my player today. Human contact not necessary, except for my stop off in Cincinnati to see my friend. Haven’t officially been there to visit her yet. Something always comes up. I was there for this special moment though.
Not sure if I will write any posts while I am on this odyssey. I do promise to share after though. Depending on how good this goes, I may make a point of repeating yearly. Riding out of wherever I am living at that point and heading to explore some new territory. It really sounds like so much fun to me. I have to think of some clever title to give it. Lol. Oh or if any of you have some name suggestions, leave it in the comments.
I would like to thank each and every one of you that has reached out to wish me a happy birthday. For the people who celebrated with me Friday and Saturday, I thank you for getting me out of my shell. I really enjoyed myself as I always do when I am with you ladies. And for the ones that wanted to be here but could not, another day. We can always celebrate any day that God has given us. Hopefully with food and drink. Lol. For everyone else, be well and whole.