In a few not-so-short hours I’ll be cresting the proverbial birthday hill. My mind doesn’t feel older, but someday my bones do. Next year I’ll be technically ‘over the hill’.

I read a couple years back that “60 is the new 40.” I’ll take it. Considering that AARP sent me a registration form when I turned 40 and has ignored me ever since, I should feel like I dodged a bullet, right?

Instead, I find that I’m living a wonderful life right now. I have the opportunity to try new things, explore new topics and spend great time with family and friends.

This week’s “first” for me was making two presentations at a writer’s mini-conference at the Zion Public Library. I also arranged for two other authors to present on subjects pertaining to writers and publishing. For a first foray into conference planning and presenting, I felt great relief when it was all over.

I’m looking forward to seeing what this year brings!