Well, it’s official. I hit the big 5-0 this week. 🎂 And let me just tell you… at first, I was not loving the thought. Nope. Not one bit. Fifty felt like a number that should belong to “other people” — not me. But somewhere along the way (maybe between the wrinkle creams, superfood smoothies and the vitamins), I had a shift in perspective.
I realized something pretty amazing: I have survived 100% of the struggles, challenges, and trials that have come my way. That’s right. Every. Single. One. And if God has seen me through this far, then He will see me through to the very end.
And honestly? That’s enough reason to throw confetti, eat the cake, and say, “Fifty? Bring it on!” 🎉
I don’t know if it was a magic moment or just a quiet stirring in my heart, but gratitude showed up. I realized how blessed I am just to breathe, to live, to be healthy. And if I get the privilege of waking up every morning, then my goal is to live each day to the fullest.
Life isn’t always easy (hello, running a business!). Let’s be real — some days it’s unanswered emails, no-show calls, Facebook ads that make me want to pull my hair out, or trying to figure out why a graphic looks cute in Canva but crooked on my website. 😅
But then I remember: I’m not just “running a business.” I’m living in my purpose. 💗 That’s what fulfills me every single day.
When I get to talk with women struggling through divorce, speak at women’s events, or even sit across the table from a friend who needs encouragement — I know I’m planting seeds. Seeds that grow the Kingdom of God.
And even when the enemy tries to sneak in with overwhelm, discouragement, or lies, I know where to run. Every time I run to God, He gives me peace that holds me steady.
So if you’re wondering, “Debra, how do you do it?” Let me be honest: sometimes I feel like I’m not doing it. But I try to look at every challenge as an opportunity. An opportunity to ask God, “What are You trying to teach me in this?” And let me tell you… He’s been teaching me A LOT. 🙃
At the end of the day, turning 50 doesn’t scare me anymore. It excites me. Because I know I’ve got more women to talk to, more seeds to plant, and more Kingdom building to do. And I’ll be grateful and thankful for every single one of these 50 years — and every year to come.
Besides, let’s be real… turning 50 just means I’m 25 with 25 years of bonus wisdom. 😉
If you’re walking through separation or divorce, please know this: this does not have to be the end of your story. God still has more for you.
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