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Happy 47th Birthday To Me...

By: KassieKat
Written on January 22nd, 2013
Happy 47th Birthday to me...
That sure is a *lot* of candles I see.
I'm thinking I should start counting the years by five's or ten's...
Or maybe I could subtract some years and simply pretend?

I then realize that's the last thing I want to do...
Because I'm proud of what I've accomplished and made it through.
Of course there were days that were heavy with rain...
But my life has been full and hardly mundane.

Besides I don't look too shabby for a woman who is 47...
And I have no desire yet to make an appearance in heaven.
Because I still have *lots* of things I want to do...
As well as a few others I want to pursue.

You see I would love to take a hot air balloon ride...
Or sit on an Hawaiian beach and watch the ocean tide.
Or take a plane to a five star restaurant a few hours from home...
Or stay in Europe for six whole months and simply roam.

Or write a book and see it sold in my local book store...
Or turn heads in a designer gown as I twirl on the dance floor.
Or take a zipline through the trees and maybe even hang upside down...
Or visit an authentic and old time western ghost town.

Or restore an old house and make it my own...
And stop letting my life be interrupted by a silly cell phone.
So you see I still have *lots* and *lots* I want to do...
And my future is painted in the most amazing and colorful hues.

In fact I think I will be needing at least 47 more years to play...
And perhaps these additional years will bring some more tulip bouquets my way.
As well as the chance to learn new things and make more good friends...
The kind of friends who are loyal to the very end.

So Happy 47th Birthday to me...
I've earned every line and wrinkle that you might see.
And I display them proudly each and every day...
Just like the grey hairs that will eventually come my way.

Just so you know I'm 47 years young...not old...and completely young at heart.
And this very fact is what separates me from all of the old farts. *laugh*

By: KassieKat
Age: 46-50 , Female
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  • yourvoluptuousbaby
    yourvoluptuousbaby

    Happy belated birthday!
    I like your 47th birthday poem : )

    Mar 12
    2 likes
    • KassieKat
      KassieKat

      Thanks so much! I appreciate your kind words. :)

      Mar 12
      1 like
  • BreastBuddy
    BreastBuddy

    Happy belated birthday fellow Aquarian

    Feb 8
    2 likes
    • KassieKat
      KassieKat

      Thanks so much...my fellow Aquarian. :)

      Feb 8
      1 like
  • KingofSwords
    KingofSwords

    Oops. I missed your special day. I hope it was a good one.

    Feb 7
    2 likes
    • KassieKat
      KassieKat

      No worries King. *smile* I did have a lovely day. Thanks for stopping by. :)

      Feb 7
      1 like
    • KingofSwords
      KingofSwords

      : )

      Feb 7
      1 like
  • breezeway01
    breezeway01

    Ya know. . I'm going to need to switch my age category soon. . .(I'm just a year younger than you). . your words are inspirational as always!!

    Feb 7
    2 likes
    • KassieKat
      KassieKat

      It's not so bad to switch categories. *smile* I think that I'm really starting to embrace the bigger numbers now. Not that they ever scared me or anything...but with my son all grown up...and my life taking a new direction...things are definitely looking up. Not much unlike when I was younger...so I'm looking forward to having some fun. I'm glad you enjoyed my poem Breezy. As always...your comments make me smile. Thanks for dropping by. :)

      Feb 7
      1 like
  • Ambivilent
    Ambivilent

    Happy Birthday..............excellant post!

    Feb 6
    2 likes
  • Totallypauly
    Totallypauly

    Happy belated birthday! You sound like a very cool person. Will you add me please? You are in the finest years of your life! So, take a chill and enjoy yourself!

    Feb 4
    2 likes
    • KassieKat
      KassieKat

      Thanks so much. I appreciate your lovely comment. :)

      Feb 5
      1 like
  • thedawg1
    thedawg1

    Happy birthday. I love all of your posts and would love to be added :-)

    Jan 31
    1 like
    • KassieKat
      KassieKat

      Thanks for your lovely words...but I'm not accepting new friends at this time. I appreciate your comment. :)

      Feb 2
      1 like
  • rock4570
    rock4570

    Love this Kat. Hope you had a very great Birthday. May your life be full and your cup always running over..
    Rich

    Jan 30
    2 likes
    • KassieKat
      KassieKat

      Thanks Rich. I appreciate your kind words so much. :)

      Feb 2
      1 like
  • maltesemermaid
    maltesemermaid

    WOW . . . god I love this . . . you are brilliant my Kat like friend . . . and I love all that you want to do . . . I wish you a VERY HAPPY BIRTHDAY shweetie . . . and hope you will see all these through . . . thank you soooo much for sharing this . . . gave me a HUGE smile . . 8D

    Jan 29
    2 likes
    • KassieKat
      KassieKat

      Awww...thanks so much Ms. Mermaid. *beam* I'm so glad that I was able to paint a smile on your face. Very cool beans indeed. *grin*

      Feb 2
      1 like
  • WildSpectrumArts
    WildSpectrumArts

    Happy Birthday Kat.

    Jan 26
    3 likes
    • KassieKat
      KassieKat

      Thanks so much Wilde. It's so cool that your babies are Aquarius. Your house will be brimming with creativity for sure. *smile* I'm glad to see you all are doing well. Thanks for dropping. :)

      Jan 26
      1 like
    • WildSpectrumArts
      WildSpectrumArts

      Wonderful little air signs just like their parents. Aquarius, Gemini and Libra. Have a big piece of cake for us.

      Jan 26
      1 like
    • KassieKat
      KassieKat

      Will do. :)

      Jan 26
      1 like
  • CrazyWaterSpring
    CrazyWaterSpring

    Someone needs birthday licks. Lol

    Jan 26
    2 likes
    • KassieKat
      KassieKat

      LOL! *looks down at her tush and sees that it's still quite rosey* I'm good I think...but if I need some more birthday licks...I know who to ask. *grin*

      Jan 26
      1 like
  • TheHiker
    TheHiker

    You're only as old as you feel. I bet if I felt you you'd feel 30

    Jan 25
    2 likes
    • KassieKat
      KassieKat

      *blush* Ummm...maaaaaaaybe. You're kinda cheeky aren't you my Friend? *grin* But you do make a very good point. A positive attitude...and a good outlook on life are key when it comes to how you feel. :)

      Jan 26
      1 like
    • TheHiker
      TheHiker

      Witty...? Cheeky...? Funny ...? The secrets of the jester's true power

      Jan 26
      1 like
  • CrazyWaterSpring
    CrazyWaterSpring

    I suspect you're just hitting your stride. You're going to need more than 47 more years. Happy birthday Kat!

    Jan 25
    2 likes
    • KassieKat
      KassieKat

      I think so CWS. I'm really just getting started in some respects...because while everyone was playing during their 20's...I was busy raising a child and focusing on a career...which left little time for play. So now...at long last...I'm finally getting to experience some freedom and time to play in my 40's...and I think that this is such an incredible blessing. Thanks very much for your kind words. I appreciate your friendship so much. :)

      Jan 25
      1 like
    • CrazyWaterSpring
      CrazyWaterSpring

      Join the club. We've raised our kids, have our health and now it is time to have fun.

      Jan 25
      1 like
    • KassieKat
      KassieKat

      I'll toast to that for sure. :)

      Jan 25
      1 like
  • bballer78
    bballer78

    happy birthday kat! great poem

    Jan 25
    2 likes
    • KassieKat
      KassieKat

      Thank so much. :)

      Jan 25
      1 like
    • bballer78
      bballer78

      anytime. i how that you had a great day

      Jan 25
      1 like
    • bballer78
      bballer78

      you did the right thing and now, you can enjoy yourself. enjoy!

      Jan 25
      1 like
  • smooch2012
    smooch2012

    Happy Birthday, Kat :))) lots of love and kisses ... (sorry for late greetings) Hugs --- H

    Jan 23
    2 likes
    • KassieKat
      KassieKat

      Hey Girlfriend! ((Hugs)) Thanks so much. *smile* Btw...you're not late at all. My birthday is on the 25th of January. I simply decided to post my poem a few days before my acutual birthday. Thanks for stopping by. :)

      Jan 23
      1 like
    • smooch2012
      smooch2012

      Oh... How lucky am I... I won't forgive myself if I miss your special day, my sweet Kat *big hug*

      Jan 23
      1 like
  • kuty123
    kuty123

    10 beautiful years of the woman are among 49 to 50 ha ha ha

    Happy 47th Birthday to you Kassie

    Jan 23
    2 likes
    • KassieKat
      KassieKat

      Thanks so much. :)

      Jan 23
      1 like
  • nswwoy
    nswwoy

    47...

    4+7 is 11,
    4 by 7 is 28..

    According to my maths, you are on the right side of 30- still a spring chicken and plenty of time to do all you hope for...

    Jan 23
    2 likes
    • KassieKat
      KassieKat

      Ha! I like your math my friend. Very creative indeed. Thanks for commenting. :)

      Jan 23
      1 like
  • sciguy18
    sciguy18

    Great story.

    “Birthdays are good for you. Statistics show that the people who have the most live the longest.” ~ Larry Lorenzoni

    Jan 22
    2 likes
    • KassieKat
      KassieKat

      Thanks! I'm glad you enjoyed it. :)

      Jan 22
      1 like
  • ron4u1958
    ron4u1958

    Happy Birthday KassieKat!!! Your written words never fail to lift my spirits, you are a special lady with a very caring soul!!! Thank you for all that you do here..... :-)

    I am confused about one thing, I will ask later.

    Steven

    Jan 22
    2 likes
    • KassieKat
      KassieKat

      I only confused you about one thing? Well...that's a good day in my book. *laugh* Anyway...thank you for the lovely compliment. *smile* I really do appreciate it. Thanks for stopping by Ron. :)

      Jan 22
      1 like
  • experienceman11
    experienceman11

    Happy 47th KassieKat! Love your attitude!

    Jan 22
    2 likes
    • KassieKat
      KassieKat

      Thanks so much Experience! Life is better with a smile for sure. Btw...it's great to see you online. Thanks for commenting. :)

      Jan 22
      1 like
  • openshadows
    openshadows

    Happy day! Hope it's the best. You certainly seem filled with joy and life, which makes all the difference. I'm reminded of my grandmother (when she was much, much older, of course) who often said she intended to stay alive until the day she died, and did so in the fullest sense! She's my role model in that respect.

    Jan 22
    2 likes
    • KassieKat
      KassieKat

      "She intended to stay alive until the day she died"....I love it! Thanks so much for dropping by. I enjoyed your comment a lot. :)

      Jan 22
      1 like
  • Sungirl3
    Sungirl3

    Fantastic writing Kat!....and Happy Birthday! *smile*

    Jan 22
    2 likes
    • KassieKat
      KassieKat

      Thanks so much Ms. Sunshine. I'm so glad you enjoyed it. :)

      Jan 22
      1 like