As I turn 50, this milestone is a celebration of all that I was, all that I have become, and all that the future holds for me. I find myself reflecting not just on the number of years I have lived but on the wisdom gained, the experiences cherished, and the journey embraced. 🎉
Through the years, I’ve realized just how powerful love truly is. I’ve come to understand that the true wealth of my life lies not in material possessions or professional accomplishments, but in the relationships I have nurtured along the way. Family, friends, and loved ones—they are the threads that create my existence, adding color, joy, and meaning to my journey. These connections are the true treasures that enrich my life beyond measure. I have also learned to embrace the changes that come with relationships and to trust the journey of change because it creates space for even better ones in the future. 💖
As I celebrate my 50th birthday, I pray that my relationships continue to bring me strength, love, and happiness in the years ahead. These bonds are what make life fulfilling.
I’m deeply grateful to God for life and sustenance. Thanks to my late dad for teaching me that I’m the star of my life ⭐, to my late mom for showing me the value of humility, to my brother Joe Honny for his constant support through it all, the good, the bad, and the ugly, and finally to my late brother Dr. Tony Honny for teaching me kindness 💖. I’m also thankful for my two amazing daughters, who make parenting a breeze 🌟, and for my husband, Alfred, who is my voice of reason.
If I could spend the rest of my life in one place, it would be my childhood home. The experiences I had there shaped me into the person I am today. Let me tell you, those days were full of fun and carefree times—the pranks I played 😄, the endless laughter 😂, even the disagreements 😅. Those memories are a cornerstone of my identity, filled with sheer warmth ❤️, love 💕, and the lessons that have guided me through life.
My professional journey has been unique and deeply fulfilling. I started my career in the corporate world, but for many years, I felt unfulfilled. After some soul-searching, I remembered the incredible kindness my father’s nurses showed us during his long illness and after he passed away. Those memories led me to my true calling. Today, I am a critical care nurse. Every day, I strive to pay forward the compassion and care that was given to my family. My job teaches me just how fragile and precious every second of life is.
Outside of work, my favorite hobby is spending quiet evenings with my family. While I enjoy traveling and learning about different cultures ✈️, nothing compares to the simple joy of watching documentaries 📺 and talking with my loved ones. After a hard day’s work, I love to relax at home and cherish these moments. I’ve worked intensely for many years, and I’m realizing how little time is left, so I try to make sure every minute counts ⏳.
If I had the chance to break bread with any historical figure, Maya Angelou would be my first choice. Period! She overcame so much adversity and emerged victorious 🌟. I would love to sit with her and gather nuggets of her wisdom 💭. I can just imagine her deep, distinct voice, a melodic blend of strength and softness, which would convey decades of wisdom as she chronicles her journey from hardship to becoming a celebrated poet and civil rights activist 📜. “Courage is the most important of all virtues,” she would emphasize the need for bravery to practice any other virtue consistently. Her words on love and humanity would resonate deeply. “You may encounter many defeats, but you must not be defeated.” I can imagine feeling profoundly inspired to prompt me to recite her poem “Still I Rise.” 😊
As I step into the next chapter of my life, still I rise, and I celebrate life…without a doubt. I already feel so blessed, so I wish for more of God’s grace, more wisdom, and plenty of good health.
