This is the face of a newly minted 40-year-old (with wet hair), pissed that time has flown so, so, so quickly.
Didn't I just turn 21? Just realize what I was going to be when I grew up? Re-meet my future husband? Think I had it all figured out?
At 40, I now know, I haven't a clue what I'm going to be during my second phase of life, now realize I don't know shit and still don't feel old enough and mature enough to have a gaggle of geese.
Basically, I would really like a do-over.
Rich, sensing I'm in a downer phase that usually comes along with my birthday cloud, knew I needed a little pick me up. He threw me a surprise party to re-live my younger more carefree days when music was worth listening to (GOD, I'm already that old person reminiscing about the good ol' days).
Everyone who attended the gig, showed up in their best prom attire. Me? I was in the outfit I had planned to wear to dinner because my fat ass didn't fit in the hot pink dress Rich had rented me to wear.
Strike 11 on the depression scale.
In true Prom fashion, we posed in our best Proms past poses:
The Prom King in shoes purchased where pimps actually shop.
My friend, who has been pregnant 5 times, as recent as September, wearing her actual Junior Prom dress.
Bitch.
Amy and her somber lonely yellow rose.
My favorite: eyes closed for eternity sake.
True "old school" party pic posing.
girl on floor with apparent alcohol poisoning.
no words.
Somewhere between "Darling Nikki" and "You've gotta fight for your right to party," I dislocated my knee - AGAIN! I was down, then back up, nary a person noticing.
The morning after, I noticed. Big time! I felt older than 40. Maybe, somewhere around 60. What a way to start off my golden years. Crippled.
Honey, if that's what 40 looks like, I am no longer afraid. And the friend in the actual prom dress...Has she lost some blood lately? Maybe enough for a contract with a nefarious former anger? And, ahem, I live close. I would have come for the event even though I was not in your high school class. Dude.
If I have a birthday party (October 23rd), you're invited. Not trying to give you a guilt trip, just that your party looked like all kinds of fun and maybe, just maybe, I could steal your theme.
Posted by: Jennifer | March 03, 2009 at 08:12 PM
Um...that was supposed to be "angel", not "anger". Way better that way. More Whiskey!
Posted by: Jennifer | March 03, 2009 at 08:43 PM
Oh my gosh I don't even know your husband and I love him! How stinking fun is that???? Why oh why didn't my husband throw me a surprise prom for my 40th birthday?? My 40th birthday party was all-female ... basically, we got drunk and karoke'd all night. Fun, yes. But not where near as fun as yours!!! Hang out with me more ... I'm older than you and it will make you feel better about yourself because I'm so pathetic. :)
Posted by: Kristie | March 03, 2009 at 09:04 PM
Lady, if I had your gorgeous hair and perfect skin at 30, I'd be thrilled. I'm so sorry you're feeling down, but super jealous that you got an awesome surprise party.
Posted by: punchlinewalking | March 03, 2009 at 09:13 PM
What a class act your hubby is!!!!! looks like a freaking good time!!
Hope your knee is better. That sounds very painful. I guess the drinks helped dull the pain at first? I did the same with my thumb. Tore ligaments. Had no idea it hurt till next day. OH MAN!!
Posted by: little miss mel | March 03, 2009 at 09:14 PM
1. HAPPY BIRTHDAY! What a party! I want a party like that.
2. Sorry about your knee, that sucks :( Heal up soon!
3. I love Rich's shoes and socks.
4. Hope things look up for you... COME TO VEGAS. We'll make it all better.
5. I will keep saying COME TO VEGAS in all my comments until you actually COME TO VEGAS.
Posted by: LVGurl | March 03, 2009 at 09:16 PM
I closing in on 36, single and childless and not yet owning my own home with bad knees, fat and crows feet. I'm feeling the panic. I think you look fantastic at 40 and no one should have a friend who can still fit in their high school prom dress. That's just NOT RIGHT.
Posted by: sizzle | March 03, 2009 at 10:04 PM
How nice of Rich to throw you that party. It looks like it was a lot of fun. Happy Birthday! I can't wait for the day when we finally get our asses together and have super sloppy drunk fest.
Posted by: Carrisa | March 03, 2009 at 10:07 PM
Sorry about the knee, but YOU GUYS KNOW HOW TO PARTY.
I should come to visit.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!
Posted by: Angella | March 03, 2009 at 10:21 PM
Happy Birthday, you look GREAT! And the party - how rockin'! Killer pimp shoes.
Posted by: Jocelyn | March 04, 2009 at 08:21 AM
A couple of years ago, I decided to take a self-portrait on each birthday. That way lies madness. Aging happens more quickly externally than internally, and I'm not just saying that because I am woefully immature.
The Cyndi Lauper girl and her prom date with the keyboard necktie are so retro-accurate that I'm a little frightened.
Posted by: flurrious | March 04, 2009 at 09:35 AM
Happy Birthday! And in all honesty, I'd much rather be your version of 40 than the one I've got going on. Your party looks like it was so much fun, besides your hurt knee. Hope it feels better soon! :O)
Posted by: Mysh | March 04, 2009 at 10:54 AM
i LOVE that he threw you a prom party! so fun!!
Posted by: auntie | March 04, 2009 at 11:00 AM
That Rich...he seems like a fun time! That looked like a great bday party. Happy Birthday!
Posted by: a madhouse wife | March 04, 2009 at 03:39 PM
First of all, your husband is my hero. What an awesome idea for a party! Second of all, you look FANTASTIC. The fact that you can even think of posting a picture that close up? It's not an option for some of us. Third of all, I know she's your friend but who the hell keeps their junion prom dress that long? And who has the foresight to wear a tasteful black strapless dress that defies the test of time? My hot pink puffy-sleeved nightmare was burned at the stake!
Posted by: TUWABVB | March 04, 2009 at 03:56 PM
What a great idea for a 40th birthday party, but they should've given you a walker with that Red Bull and Vodka! ;)
Posted by: 180/360 | March 04, 2009 at 04:20 PM
It looks like you've got the sweetest darn hubby in the world and a great bunch of friends to boot (except for that pretty, skinny bitch...I'd kick her out of the club! LOL - I kid, I kid! :)
Happy 40th to you! If your actual b-day is 2/27 we share it, although I'm older and don't have an adorable newborn at home.
Posted by: Karen Reeds | March 04, 2009 at 06:37 PM
hey birthday girl... I have a follow up comment here for ya!
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http://lindzlarubia.blogspot.com
Posted by: Lindz | March 04, 2009 at 07:34 PM
Everyone says this but age doesn't matter.
Posted by: DrZibbs | March 04, 2009 at 08:47 PM
That party looks like it was awesome. You look beautiful, and I hope you had a lovely birthday; hope the coming year brings only good things for you! xoxo
Posted by: metalia | March 04, 2009 at 10:16 PM
That surprise party is all kinds of awesome. I can only dream about my Hubs throwing me a party like that. And, in case anyone is still in the dark about this, dreams don't usually come true. Only nightmares.
Posted by: Kia (Good Enough Mama) | March 05, 2009 at 07:34 PM
Oh you looked like you had a great time! Only bigger and better things will happen after 40...I promise. Of course, I'm drunk, but trust me!
Posted by: Suze | March 06, 2009 at 09:14 AM