As the saying goes, the days may drag on, but the years fly by—especially those moments spent in a pediatrician’s office, which feel like both years and days rolled into one.
Here are some truths you come to realize by the time you hit 40:
- Assigning chores to your children is a brilliant strategy; it teaches responsibility and eases your load.
- A well-fitted bra is crucial, and it should be removed by your 9 p.m. bedtime—5 p.m. is even better!
- When uncertain, skip the purchase—particularly with shoes and lipsticks.
- Taking your child to Disney on Ice might be more about their joy than your own, and certainly not about forking out $7.50 for a lukewarm hot chocolate souvenir.
- Stale popcorn at Disney on Ice? Surprisingly pricey.
- You can give yourself a pedicure, but nothing beats the experience of having a professional handle it.
- While exercise is key, indulging in a bag of kettle corn popcorn occasionally is also part of a balanced life.
- To your children, the “good old days” are any period before the Internet took over.
- Red paint? Expect to apply 3-4 coats for full coverage.
- Mirrors might seem pointless, yet they can help convince your kids you possess eyes in the back of your head.
- Cookies? Definitely not pointless.
- Laundry, on the other hand, is the most tedious of all household tasks.
- The size of your home is irrelevant; what matters is the love shared within it (cheesy but true).
- Marriage isn’t always easy, but the rewards—like enjoying anniversary cake—are well worth the effort.
- You’ve reached an age where you might be the mother of the attractive lifeguards at the pool.
- Having children is significant, but nurturing them to become admirable adults is an even greater challenge.
- The term “low rise” in clothing should be interpreted as “do not buy.”
- Mom jeans (my version being jeggings) have their place in the wardrobe.
- Authenticity is the best version of yourself to embrace.
- Drop-off birthday parties are a gift from above.
- It’s preferable for your husband to discuss “the hair down there” with your pre-teen son.
- Jotting down thoughts immediately is wise, as they can vanish in an instant.
- Wrinkles are sly and appear when you least expect them.
- A skilled hairdresser is essential.
- Quality moments spent truly listening to loved ones are priceless.
- And remember, 40 is merely a number.
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In summary, life lessons accumulated by age 40 can be amusing and enlightening, reminding us that while the journey can be challenging, it’s also filled with joy and valuable experiences.