I woke up happy.

I’m noticing that the older I get the less I care about my birthday.? But at the same time it’s nice to mark one more trip around the sun and take stock of where I’m at.

post-playdate desk — My desk this morning is covered in notes + supplies from yesterday’s playdate.

Birthdays used to feel HUGE.? I had a lot of birthday rituals, including a lot of journaling, visioning and intention setting.? This year, gratitude and appreciation feel more important.

I am feeling HUGE appreciation that I left my job 2.5 years ago.

I feel so much more ME today and I know that is a big part of it.

My life feels so much more aligned with my truth and I know that is a big part of it.

I feel strong, empowered, creative and free.

I am proud of what I have built and excited for what I will build next.

I am excited to be at this exact place in my life.

Dreams lead you back to who you are.

Dreams are spirit and purpose, activated.

Dreams lead you into alignment with your soul, your self, your magic.

Living in the beauty of that alignment is what I am really grateful for today.? That and BAKED ALASKA BIRTHDAY CAKE! YUM!