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Nancy Lozano's avatar

This is definitely making my day happier, for this reason - I've always thought of my 57 year old self who recently went back to school to get a degree that would change the direction of my life as in my "2nd act", with the nagging feeling that it took too long and I should have had it all figured out sooner. But you're telling me I'm right on schedule, and perfectly positioned for my very own 3rd act, which is right where I should be (even a year or two ahead of schedule!). That is a wonderful reframing!

Karen Walrond's avatar

You're WONDERFULLY on schedule. I'm so glad to hear that you've gone back to school -- I've pondered it myself!

Chrystal Westbrook's avatar

Happiest of birthdays to you!

I love the idea of brandishing kindness.

I am delighting in purposefully not hurrying through any part of this day. To linger is a delight.

Pat Romney, Ph.D.'s avatar

I agree. Brandishing kindness is such a worthy goal.

Karen Walrond's avatar

It definitely is. I love this! (And thank you!)

Melissa Firman's avatar

Happy belated birthday and cheers to all the goodness awaiting you in your next act!

Pat Romney, Ph.D.'s avatar

Happy Birthday! Thanks for sharing the storytelling structure AND especially for the kindness and compassion goals. I’d like to join you in those.

Karen Walrond's avatar

Please do -- and thanks so much!

J.T. Murphy's avatar

Enjoy this year of growing your kindness muscle! I just turned 6-7 (insert hand gesture here) and I am reveling in it. After a year of healing from a couple of surgeries, I know that vitality is a gift. The fact that I do not need a cane any longer has been empowering. I do my best to be kind, especially to myself. When I look for ways to make life more comfortable and gentle for others, I make sure that I do not sacrifice my own health or ease in the process.

I hope this year of rebuilding, forming a self that is poised for your third act, and adjusting to a new home brings you peace, excitement, and enlightenment. Happy 59th birthday, Karen!

Karen Walrond's avatar

Thank you so much -- and here's to vitality!!

Annelore's avatar

Happy birth -- day, after day, after day Karen! And, I'll take you up on that ice cream cone, or maybe a sip of champagne to toast to your health. By the way, I have found more time to 'learn' in this, my third section of life. I also keep 'following your light' gratefully!

Karen Walrond's avatar

Aw, thank you! Enjoy that cone!

Cindy Maddera's avatar

I hope your day is filled with everything wonderful and rainbows. Happy Birthday!

Karen Walrond's avatar

Thank you!❤️

Kai Soremekun 🤸🏽‍♀️✊🏽's avatar

As a lover of stories I appreciate your 3 act structure approach to this adventure called life. It has inspired me to ponder this for myself as I follow right behind you next month into my 59th year.

Happy Birthday! 🎉 Enjoy your time off.

Karen Walrond's avatar

Thank you! xoxo

PJ Beverly's avatar

Happy birthday Karen and May all your wishes come through.💐

Karen Walrond's avatar

Thank you so much!!

Colleen Rodriguez's avatar

Happy birthday!!

Karen Walrond's avatar

Thank you!

Elizabeth Newell Fredrick's avatar

Happy Birthday, KW!! What a beautiful piece! By your math, this summer I’m at the start of the last year of my first act. Going to be thinking about what I want to solidify from the first act of my life this year ❤️

Karen Walrond's avatar

I love this!!

Maryjane Fahey's avatar

Happy Birthday!

Karen Walrond's avatar

Thank you, my friend!!

John Allen's avatar

Yes your posts make my day happier. Keep up the good work!

Elizabeth Price's avatar

Happy Birthday!

Karen Walrond's avatar

Thank you!!

Jenny Lawson  (thebloggess)'s avatar

Happy birthday, sweet friend.

Karen Walrond's avatar

Thanks, love. xo

Karen Murray-Alspach's avatar

Happy Birthday, Karen. Have a wonderful day!

Karen Walrond's avatar

Thank you!!