When 30 feels more like 40
As many of you may know, two weeks ago I turned 30. I feel like the big 3-0 gets a bad rap from most people but for me it felt like any other day. I didn't have a panic attack saying good bye to my 20's, in fact I feel like a new decade equals a fresh start. I look forward to what 30 may bring. But I have been struggling this summer because I just turned 30 but sometimes I feel much older than that. As Cali gets older it's a constant reminder of how different our little family is than most of our peers. Cali is getting more independent, going to over night camp, sleeping over at friends houses and naturally spending less time with Chad and I. While I'm happy we have an independent, strong child, it disheartens me to know our time with her is short and more precious than ever. When Cali is away, essentially we're empty nesters, at 30. I know some of you over whelmed parents are rolling your eyes at our freedom but it's not all it's cracked up to be. When yo...