What’s In A Number? Today I am 58…

I woke up at 9:15 this morning.  I already know nobody is home, so I laid in bed for a while.  At 9:40, I headed downstairs to an empty house and made myself a cup of coffee in total peace and quiet.  Today, I am 58.  What’s in a number, right? 

Well, in this instance, there was a lot of living in those 58 years, and today – I revel in the glory.  

It’s ok to come down to a quiet house.  I will always miss the days of constant commotion, but I have so much to celebrate.  God graced my world with five great kids and three of the sweetest, cutest grandkids ever, a large family of brothers, in-laws, nieces, nephews, and my Mom – the matriarch of a strong family.   I have extra children I love with all my heart and so many friends and framily with whom I have been blessed.  

There are so many of you who I don’t know, who take the time to read my words.  The friends I have made through writing this that I hope to meet one day.  

I have to take a minute as tears fill my eyes.  Okay, maybe two …. 

Today, my heart is full.  So full, it’s going to explode.  All the people I have lost are sending me hugs from heaven, I feel it right now – maybe that’s what the tears are all about.  I feel so much, I love so much, and I appreciate so much.  

Thank you, to each and every one of you who have graced my life. 

Today, I am a glorious 58, and what’s in that number?  A lot of living, learning, and most importantly, loving. 

Thank you, God, my cup runneth over. 

Always in my heart and so much love to all,

Sandy

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  1. Candy Keane | Geek Mamas

    Hope you had a very happy birthday! 🙂

  2. Lorraine Vono

    HAPPY BIRTHDAY
    You are truly blessed with a beautiful close family. Your mom taught you well to appreciate your blessings, big & small. I wish you many more years of health & happiness….

    XOXO Lorraine

    1. Sandra Riguzzi author

      Hi Lorraine! Thank you very much for all your good wishes. We have our crazy stuff, too, Lorraine.

      xoxo

  3. Tangie T. Woods

    Happy birthday and very inspiring post. Remain safe…

    1. Sandra Riguzzi author

      Thank you so much, Tangie! You be safe, too. xoxo

  4. Terri, Reclaiming HOPE

    Happy belated birthday Sandy! I hope you had a wonderful day filled with people and things that bring you joy.

    1. Sandra Riguzzi author

      Thank you so much, Terri! We went to the zoo and it was perfect. xo

  5. Michelle

    Wishing you a very blessed birthday!

    1. Sandra Riguzzi author

      Thank you so much, Michelle! xo

  6. blessedangel49008203

    Have a blessed birthday 🎂🎉🎈❤️

    1. Sandra Riguzzi author

      Thank you very much, Teresa! xo

    2. Tara Foisset

      Happy Birthday Sandy!! I love your writing … Your gratitude is palpable and the hugs from heaven are so real … knowing you felt them shows your beautiful connection to the world and your remarkable spirit ❤️🙏

      1. Sandra Riguzzi author

        I feel so much when I sit outside with the trees and the birds. This is one of the sweetest comments I have ever received – thank you so much, Tara! xoxo

  7. Julie Christy

    Lovely post Sandy. It caught my eye as I myself just turned 58 on the 23rd of August! Happy Birthday and thank you for sharing this heartfelt post!

    1. Sandra Riguzzi author

      Thank you so much, Julie, and a very happy birthday to you! I just followed your blog and look forward to reading. I also sell essential oils and I find it so helpful to read all different recipes and see what works for others. xo

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