Happy Birthday DGrant !!!

[Broadwayboobs]

Posted: 9/9/05 at 5:12am

and many, many more my friend !!!!

The other day a young person asked me how I felt about being old. I was taken aback, for I do not think of myself as old. Upon seeing my reaction, she was immediately embarrassed, but I explained that it was an interesting question, and I would ponder it, and let him know.

Old Age, I decided, is a gift.

I am now, probably for the first time in my life, the person I have always wanted to be. Oh, not my body! I sometime despair over my body . the wrinkles, the baggy eyes, and the sagging butt. And often I am taken aback by that old person that lives in my mirror, but I don't agonize over those things for long.

I would never trade my amazing friends, my wonderful life, my loving family for less gray hair or a flatter belly. As I've aged, I've become more kind to myself, and less critical of myself. I've become my own friend. I don't chide myself for eating that extra cookie, or for not making my bed, or for buying that silly cement gecko that I didn't need, but looks so avante garde on my patio. I am entitled to overeat, to be messy, to be extravagant. I have seen too many dear friends leave this world too soon; before they understood the great freedom that comes with aging.

Whose business is it if I choose to read or
play on the computer until 4 a.m, and sleep until noon?

I will dance with myself to those wonderful tunes of the 60's,
and if I, at the same time, wish to weep over a lost love ... I will.

I will walk the beach in a swim suit that is stretched over a bulging body, and will dive into the waves with abandon if I choose to, despite the pitying glances from the bikini set.

They, too, will get old.

I know I am sometimes forgetful. But there again, some of life is just as well forgotten . and I eventually remember the important things.

Sure, over the years my heart has been broken. How can your heart not break when you lose a loved one, or when a child suffers, or even when a beloved pet gets hit by a car? But broken hearts are what give us strength and understanding and compassion. A heart never broken is pristine and sterile and will never know the joy of being imperfect.

I am so blessed to have lived long enough to have my hair turn gray, and to have my youthful laughs be forever etched into deep grooves on my face. So many have never laughed, and so many have died before their hair could turn silver. I can say "no," and mean it. I can say "yes." and mean it.

As you get older, it is easier to be positive. You care less about what other people think. I don't question myself anymore. I've even earned the right to be wrong.

So, to answer your question, I like being old. It has set me free. I like the person I have become. I am not going to live forever, but while I am still here, I will not waste time lamenting what could have been, or worrying about what will be. And I shall eat dessert every single day.
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Today, I wish you a day of ordinary miracles.

[SonofMammaMiaSam]

Posted: 9/9/05 at 6:23am

Happy Birthday to the witty, intelligent, caring and sexy Mr. Grant. Remember, adding another candle to the cake doesn't make you older, it simply makes your life brighter.

*thinks to himself; Damn, he must really be old because that boy is smart!*

Updated On: 9/9/05 at 06:23 AM

[melissa errico fan]

Posted: 9/9/05 at 6:45am

Happy birthday to one of BWW's finest!

[Bluemoon]

Posted: 9/9/05 at 7:01am

Happy Birthday to a man of style, charm and intelligence. Hope your year is filled with many joys and a blooming garden.

[bdwaygirl]

Posted: 9/9/05 at 7:29am

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!

[Corine2]

Posted: 9/9/05 at 7:35am

Happy Birthday!

[Unknown User]

Posted: 9/9/05 at 7:43am

Happy Birthday, DG!

[mominator]

Posted: 9/9/05 at 7:48am

ahem....
"Hippo birdie, two ewes.
Hippo birdie, two ewes.
Hippo birdie, hippo birdie
Hippo birdie, twooooooo ewwwweeeeeees!!!!

Happy happy happpy b-day Mr Grant! Have a grand day, kick back and have some fun today. Many hugs, kisses and cookies are yours today!! Enjoy your day.

Updated On: 9/9/05 at 07:48 AM

[Unknown User]

Posted: 9/9/05 at 7:55am

Well, this certainly gets things started off nicely! Thanks for the good thoughts - everybody can use those, sometimes more than others.

And a special thanks to Boobs.

[papalovesmambo]

Posted: 9/9/05 at 8:04am

happy birthday, ya ol' coot, and many more.

xoxoxoxo

[Unknown User]

Posted: 9/9/05 at 8:08am

Not too long ago, I found out that brdlwyr thought I was 64 years old, so at a mere 43, I feel like a kid again!

Although, I'm not sure I'd want to do much of this over again - I kind of like where things have ended up

[KelRel]

Posted: 9/9/05 at 8:11am

Happy birthday to a wonderful member of the BWW community! Have a wonderful day dear!

[ALittleNorthofKansas]

Posted: 9/9/05 at 8:16am

Happy Birthday DG - from somewhere over the rainbow.

[liotte]

Posted: 9/9/05 at 8:21am

Happy Birthday!!!!

[Glebb]

Posted: 9/9/05 at 8:26am

Happy Birthday DG!

[Elphaba]

Posted: 9/9/05 at 8:58am

Happy Birthday DG, you've made it through the first half.......NOW the fun starts!

[beacon1]

Posted: 9/9/05 at 9:02am

Best wishes for a fabulous day and a wonderful, blessing-filled year ahead.

You are one of the best reasons to visit BWW!

I heart DGrant!

[Unknown User]

Posted: 9/9/05 at 9:04am

Thanks, again, for all the wishes - from all of my favorites here in our little corner of the world!

And Undi, thanks for the OH SO WONDERFUL birthday icon

[Pip]

Posted: 9/9/05 at 9:05am

Happy Birthday to the first person to befriend me here, who never treated me like a child, who took me under his wing and introduced me to many of the other wonderful posters in the adult thread, who was always there for me when I needed advice, who helped me make the most important decision I've ever made, and who genuinely wears his passions on his shirtsleeve... I hope you find all the joy that you deserve today!!

Love, Pip

[lildogs]

Posted: 9/9/05 at 9:10am

Yay!!! Happy bday to one of our faves! You gots lots of admirers here, Mr. Grant!

[Garland Grrrl]

Posted: 9/9/05 at 9:11am

wow!! so all this US Open stuff is just for you? Excellent!

HAPPY HAPPY HAPPY BIRTHDAY and MANY MORE!!

[Unknown User]

Posted: 9/9/05 at 9:15am

GG - isn't that great? It's always been a wonderful birthday present

And Pip, you just made my day. All the best to you and the Glitzy Guy!

[KelRel]

Posted: 9/9/05 at 9:16am

Its a penguin party just for you DG. Have a great day!

[EddieVarley]

Posted: 9/9/05 at 9:19am

Happy Birthday to a daily inspiration for many and a true BWW legend! Have a blast, dear one!

[Broadwayboobs]

Posted: 9/9/05 at 9:50am

More presents for DG !!!!!!!!!!!