When I was 45, I was feeling fabulous. I was fit, energetic, and I thought I could easily pass for 40;) Age was just a number and I certainly didn't think I felt or looked my true age. Then February 11th came and I turned 46. I have sciatica on my left side, my left knee is stiff, and I have plantar fasciitis in my right foot. I've resorted to stretching all the time and popping the occasional anti-inflammatory. There are dark circles under my eyes that I've had to start putting concealer on. My hair is growing out from last years 45 year old short hair, but it's just in an awkward stage. I can't decide if I want to cut it again or let it grow out. I even thought of styling my hair differently by doing a different hair part. That was a terrible idea because I was SHOCKED to see how much gray is now growing in the center of my scalp. I also think my metabolism is slowing down because my mid section seems a little thicker ... ...
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It really is incredible to think about how much Americans spend on stuff we don't need, don't want, and throw away fairly quickly and what that same amount of money could offer in the way of really improving the lives of others.
Are you familiar with Heiffer International? That is an organization our church actively supports. It is neat to see our kids saving money for a cow or goat or chicken and understanding how much that one animal can mean to a family.
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