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Amy - 2011-09-08 16:54:34
I know you say that it's not a big deal, and I can understand if it isn't. I just wonder if you've been waiting for a perfect mix of milestone and practicality because you're worried that anything else would be tempting the fates. Maybe you're just a little afraid that if you celebrate yourself without merit, you'll end up paying for it later. I think that if you want a wedding, you can still have one. I know that it wont be totally conventional, but that's the nature of any big event. It never goes as planned. I'm not saying, "YOU MUST DO THIS," but at least entertain the idea of doing something. If you're stopping yourself because you think the Gods will strike you down for having fun, then I think that's worth considering. Yes, you missed a lot before, but you didn't have family and friends that loved you then. You have that now. Friends LIKE to celebrate other friends. I don't want the first big event that I attend in your honor to be your funeral.
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Mary - 2011-09-08 17:33:42
Why don't you throw yourself a birthday party? Or an anniversary party? Or something? One of the great things about being 50 is that you get to do stuff like that, and people might shake their heads, but you don't have to care. If Mick is okay with it, do it!
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Terri T - 2011-09-08 17:50:49
I agree with Mary. I can't count the number of times I've said NO Thank You for something for me. It has finally occurred to me that the only one who suffers is me.....so take the time to make an event that you want...just for you. You are worth it!
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Stephanie - 2011-09-08 21:13:53
I didn't want a party for my 50th, but a freaking CAKE would have been nice...
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