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Marcia Francois's avatar

Terrible at any morning routines but to counteract that, I basically do everything in the evening - pack lunch, set gym clothes out, pack work bag, choose clothes, everything.

I also had a birthday two weeks ago (6th) and turned 50. I thought that was going to be a big deal (it is!) but I was diagnosed with breast cancer just a few days before. Have just had surgery so probably need to figure out who this new version of myself is.

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Amy Byrnes's avatar

Marcia, oh! You buried the lead here. Or maybe you are keeping things in perspective. All I know is that I am hugging you right now across the interweb. You and your 50 year old new self. But you're a Leo, so I feel good about this. I love your share about doing things the night before, which — when I do that — really does feel like a superpower. Thank you so much for sharing and please don't be a stranger! xo

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Eileen's avatar

Happy Birthday! I’m trying to change my routine as well after (surprise! And not in a good way LOL) open heart surgery 2 weeks ago. Nothing like a critical health scare into making one realize just how little time we are here to achieve our goals and dreams. My list is long and every day I’m attempting to make a new change, however small. The key is to “keep swimming” as Dory famously said 😁

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Amy Byrnes's avatar

Hi Eileen! I love your post-intense surgery good vibes. Your awesome optimism. I mean, quoting Dory is everything. Thank you so much for sharing and sending *HUGS* as you navigate this new you. xo

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Kathleen's avatar

Joy, happiness, and connection—I love it. And the hat too. Happy almost birthday!!🥳

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Amy Byrnes's avatar

You know, I am going to sue Kamala because I was really going to make JOY my thing this year. LOL. But connection is everything. So glad I get to connect with you.xo

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Josephine's avatar

Love the hat!! Happy bday. I suck at both bedtime and wake up routines.

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Amy Byrnes's avatar

I am SO into that hat. ;) Fun to connect with you IRL and I knowwwwww aobut the whole routine thing. But I'm still trying!

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Half Baked Retirement's avatar

Happy Birthday. Have you read 4000 Weeks? It’s an interesting perspective. And from a 72 year old: you still have sooooo much ahead of you.

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Amy Byrnes's avatar

Thank you Vickie! I have not but am going to find that book! And this is why we need friends of ALL ages, to help us keep things in perspective. Can't wait to hear all about your Alaskan adventures!! xo

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Venetia's avatar

Happy Birthday!!! I’m turning 59 in November and I’m trying to stay positive. 😏Thanks for the reminder that we can start healthy habits at any age. (Although starting unhealthy habits is a lot easier 😂 ….)

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Amy Byrnes's avatar

Girl, we need to stay positive! Also: what are our options? ;) Yes, I am a fan of starting things. It's the seeing them all the way through that's my downfall. But I'm determined to make room if possible!

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Liz Alterman's avatar

Happy (almost) birthday! You are such an inspiration! The best is yet to come! xx

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Amy Byrnes's avatar

LIZ!! You are too kind and also, you are an actual BOOK WRITER!! We need to celebrate YOU and your accomplishments!!

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