Birthday Ideas for Turning Thirty
Posted: Monday, February 13, 2006
by Laura Trahan
I turn old this week (my condolences to those who are older.) As a kid, I always thought 30 was so old. I thought by the time I was 30 I would have so much accomplished, so many achievements. But this week it is here and I find myself wishing it would go away.
I used to think those women who complained about getting older were being ridiculous. Now I completely understand. I was out with my girlfriends this past Christmas. All of us are turning 30 this year and we were all discussing how surprising it is that this life change is hitting us so hard. We decided that, although we are hundreds of miles apart, the rest of the year we should celebrate this birthday differently. So here are some suggestions for spending your 30th birthday in style.
My friend is spending her 30th jumping out of an airplane. That’s right, for those who have no fear and still want to feel an adrenaline rush, skydiving is an excellent means for forgetting that you are old. Last year, the nation watched as President Bush, Sr. jumped out of a plane on his 80th birthday.
For the Mourner
For those who just want to mourn the day, dress in black and prepare like you are going to your funeral. I know a woman whose husband threw her a wake for her 30th birthday. He even had a pastor come and do the eulogy. Sit down and write your own eulogy, it might make you realize that you have accomplished more than you thought.
For Those Who Wish to Escape
The great thing about living in America is that there is a spa on every corner. Make an appointment to spend the day away from reality while improving those 30 year-old looks. Schedule a massage, facial, pedicure, manicure or even a haircut, anything that lets you relax and feel luxurious at the same time.
For the Sentimentalist
Sit down and look through your baby book, then make a scrapbook of your life. Look back over your 30 years and relive the memories of time spent with family, friends and other people who drifted into your life. Then make a list of the things that happened to you and the people you knew or know that mean the world to you. I am positive that it will make turning 30 look a lot better.
For the Coffee Lover
Spend the day at a coffee house sipping your true love. Relax and watch the different generations of people come in and out. Remember what you were like at that age or fantasize what you will be like when older. There is actually a set of four novellas out called Fresh Brewed Love based on romances that occur in coffee houses. Curl up in a book and read the day away.
Whether you ignore the day or celebrate it, remember it is only 24 hours then it is on as usual. Besides, we get to start counting backwards next year, right? We get to go back to being 29?
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More commentsToni, I do not know you, but I completely agree. TO everyone else, I am turning 30 March 2008 (3 weeks), and am writing a book around that theme. I am looking to collect stories/philosophy/lessons learned or wisdom gained from people who are 29/30 - up to 31 - to be included in my published book. Anyone interested? I will check back here in a few days. (Today is 2/23/08) Thank you!Sounds awesome! Hope you find lots of stories!Thanks for commenting!
I am double that age plus five!I still enjoy all the things I did at 20, 30,40, 50, 60, I had a career in mainframe computers and I out lasted them!The only difference is a few more aches and pains, and I down shifted to a lower gear. Retirement has allowed me to do what I want, when I want, if I want.Enjoy every day of your life!Thanks for the comment and encouragement!! thanks for letting us know there is still hope! Have a great day!
i'm turning 30 9/2/78 and i'm excited about it...I'm getting ready for a job change, I got married this year, and things are good! Looking forward to what my 30's will be like! Cheers!
whoops...I meant I'm turning 30 9/2/08...I must be getting old, I can't even type right anymore :)
well,I always thought 30 was really old,but i will be turning 30 11/26/2008 and i Look better than I did when I WAS 21,I lost over 100lbs and my husband says it looks as if I am looking younger than when he met me,for my 30th birthday I AM GOING TO REALLY ENJOY IT AND DO THE THINGS that I REALLY WANT TO do,I PROBALLY WILL GO GET my last tatto, I ALREADY HAVE 8 TATOO'S BUT THIS ONE WILL BE BIG AND IT IS SPECIAL TO ME,and then I PROBALLY WILL TREAT MYSELF TO SPA LIFE AS IF I AM RICH,LIFE IS SHORT WE SHOULD BE HAPPY IF WE EVEN MAKE IT TO 30.GOOD LUCK YOU OTHER 30 YEAR OLDS!
i just turned thirty today it is a true blessing the father of my eleven year old daughter was killed six months before his thirth birthday so for me to make it to mine is a true blessing, and i also got into a terrible car accident back in febuary but i guess god wasn't ready for me so I decided to live everyday like it is my lastone more thing i'm having a thirth birthday party on friday, and i'm expecting a huge crowdgoes goog, i pray everything
Oh Laura!!!! Here i am thinkin it was just me and there some serious screws lose upstairs...well thats still debateable BUT the point is i LOVED all those suggestions and struggling big time turning 30 in september. So as of today i still dont know what i will do to celebrate but knowing its was a challenge for others makes it a little easier:0) Heres to u all that have celebrated before me and Happy Birthday to those after! CHEERS,KELKelli-Glad it helped! Next year, you will look back and think, "Why was I freaking out again?!" :) Chicago is an awesome place! I am sure you will have a blast trying to figure out how to spend the day! My best friend for the last 30 years turns 33 on Sunday and she is right there in that city! Small world! enjoy your day and have fun! It only happens once!! thanks for commenting!!I'm turing 30 next month in September and looking for ideas on a tighty-tight budget...so far it's not fun...but would really like to start this next chapter in my life 'right'....hmmm (sigh)
Interesting idea's on turning 3O I will be that in 2010 bring on that new year. Should I be scared? My mind says "keep away you older age years". Wish that were true but isn't gonna happen.
I turn thirty on Sunday - mothers day. And I am a first time mum of 6 month old Ember. My partner is taking us away for the weekend to stay in a Yurt!! I think that having a baby makes me look at turning 3-0 in a new light. I can embrace rather than fear the 'getting older' :)
I will be turning the big 3-0 in August, and have to say that I am not where I thought I would be at 30, but am blessed for the lessons I have learned, the blessings to have the people whom I love in my life, and take each day as it comes. My prayer is that this next decade will be filled even more wonderful lessons, and memories for me to share, and enjoy each day the best way I can. Cheers to turning 30!
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