Beginning of a New Era

Monday marked the beginning of a new era for me. You see, I turned 50 on Monday. Now a lot of people dread turning 50 thinking that they are "over the hill" and their life is on a decline to be over. And for them, it soon will be with that attitude. For me, I've climbed up the hill to get a good view of what my new life is going to be like, and what a view it is!!

I'm no longer living according to what other people think, what someone else wants for me, or have someone else make my decisions for me. I've shed people's expectations, judgements, fears, and opinions. The only person I am living for is me and I determine my life. I look inside for the answers and trust a higher power instead of thinking that someone else has the answer. I am my own guiding light.

What is also different is that I'm doing things I've never done before. Mud Heros, being (and living the life of) an artist and an artisan fudge maker, and training in a different way. I look forward to challenging myself in further and different ways, launching my artist self on an international market, and pulling the out the coach in me. May be I can help other people connect with their creative side and shed what's holding them back. It's all new, it's all with a slightly different twist, and it's all fun. After all, I'm on this planet to enjoy life, not be a slave to anything or anyone. Who knows, maybe I can inspire others that life is for truly living and it's only over when it's over.

In light of this, look for my Etsy shop to have a different look and a new name that reflects the real me. The name SherriD Lampwork Glass will be changing to Creative Spirit Glassworks to reflect me as the creative spirit that I am. My new products will include Spirit and witch ball ornaments, essence vessels for essential oils, and wonderstones (think worry stone). And of course, the dragons will make their presence known in more ways than one.

I had an idea as I was scooping out fudge this morning. I wonder how a "Fudge Addicts Loyalty Program" where one buys 12 pounds of fudge and gets the 13th free will go over. What about a "refer a friend" reward system? (and no, the dog, cat, or imaginary friends do not count) Maybe a goodie subscription service where every month there is a new goodie? Ideas to play with and all very exciting.

Kung Fu? Well someone has to show this younger generation what longevity and vitality are all about and what it looks like. Might as well be me.
Sherri Donohue
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