I’m thirty and thriving, not sure about flirty. In my mind, thirty is such a big milestone, but it wasn’t that big in reality at least with it’s effects to my daily life. I have been reviewing my life, goals, and accomplishments. Here’s just a few that I feel like sharing:
1. I had a goal to be done having kids by 30: while I decided that this probably wouldn’t be a real goal since I had Cole at age 27, I’m totally content with our 3 kids right now. I’m not completely sure we’re done, but it’s okay either way.
2. I wanted to be financially stable by age 30 (and to buy a car with cash): well I’ve been done with school for 6 years now, have a good job, Tay has a good job, we’re living on a budget, have a little bit of savings, our mortgage is our only debt, and are working on a retirement savings plan. So, while we’re not wealthy, we are on the right track. While we can’t pay cash for a vehicle, I think we are smart with our money and that’s enough for now.
3. Wisdom: I hope that because I am older, I am wiser too. I pray that I have learned from my mistakes and those who I am close to. I’m sure I still make mistakes, but hopefully I have enough wisdom to learn from them and not repeat them. I’m appreciative that I still have a desire to continue to learn, grow, and try new things everyday.
4. Self-esteem: While the Bell’s Palsy I got when I was pregnant with Cole significantly hurt my self-esteem in regards to my outward appearance, I know who I am and am comfortable with myself. I don’t really care too much about what others think of me and I’m okay with that because I am who I want to be. I’m definitely not perfect, but I’m trying to be a better Jill each day… and that’s all I can ask for.
5. Healthy: While I’m not as thin or athletic as I used to be, I’m relatively healthy. I can do what I want to do. I try to take care of my body, I have a realistic plan to lose my unwanted weight, and I am pleasantly surprised at how resilient my body is after having 3 kids.
6. Active in my kids’ lives: I can’t believe how fast they are growing up. I love being a mother and I hope I am making the best of every minute with them. I try to give them as many opportunities for learning, growth, and experiences that I can within my bounds of sanity. I’m not sure I understand my sanity boundries completely, but I feel good with my attempts.

That being said, I feel pretty good about where I’m at in my life. I am excited for the next 30 years of learning and experiences.