When I started playing basketball in 5th grade, I had a few numbers I hoped to get on my jersey. Obviously my top pick was #23 for Michael Jordan, like any kid growing up in the 90s. But knowing Jordan’s highly coveted number would go quickly, I had some good back-up choices as well.. #40 for Shawn Kemp or #20 for Gary Payton. I was a Seattle girl and I loved the SuperSonics {RIP!}. But when the day came to get our uniforms none of the numbers I wanted were available. I got stuck with lousy #32 and I was pretty bummed about it.
I went home feeling disappointed until my dad taught me about “Downtown” Freddy Brown. He was #32 on the Sonics and played throughout the 1970s and 80s. At the time I chose my jersey, he was one of only three players to ever have their number retired on the team. He was known for his outside shooting and excellent free throw percentage and as a girl with a decent mid-range jump shot, I liked his style of play. Thanks to my dad, I went from feeling disappointed about getting #32 to loving the number. I picked it as my jersey number throughout high school and I still call 32 my favorite number to this day.
So you better believe I’m pumped to be turning 32 later this week. Some people mourn being in their 30s, but I think life is so fun right now. I love that I am more mature and wise than I was in my 20s, but I still feel young and healthy and full of life. I love being married, having a baby and a home, and I’m so grateful for this season of life. So bring it 32. I’m anticipating a fantastic year. I already celebrated a bit last weekend by going to a concert with Micah and having an amazing brunch with some girlfriends. This weekend I’m headed to San Diego where I will meet up with some of my favorite ladies from Seattle for a fun wedding!
And in case you were wondering what a 32 year old puts on her birthday list…
- This jacket
- This cardigan
- TCU license plate {to replace the one I smashed when I very lightly rear-ended someone because I was looking at my iPhone when it was brand new and I was in my obsession stage. True, pitiful story.}
- “Hustle Like Russell” t-shirt {preferably a really soft cotton one.I would love a gray one instead of one that is blatant Seahawks colors, but I only see blue ones online. I’m not sure if there are more options IN Seattle.}
- Seahawks hat
- Too Faced Natural Eyeshadow
- Urban Decay Naked Flushed {in “Strip”}
- Flour sifter {for the mom in me}
I have a UD Flushed palette, although mine is "Streak" instead of "Strip". It's my absolute favorite bronzer/blush!
PS: I'm a random reader who has been following your blog for awhile now. I'm one of Kayla's friends. =)
Happy Birthday!