On my "th" birthday November 11, 2013!

Today, my  birthday and one of those "th" birthdays that marks another decade of life, I think of how life has been kind to me. True I've had what may be called as "setbacks" but those may be seen as misfortunes only if I choose to look at them that way. Instead, I'd rather see them as growth and learning opportunities, which I am grateful for.

As I look back at my life so far, I have many to be thankful for; the most important of which is getting younger as I get older. Yep. It may sound funny but it is true. The older I get, I find myself dancing more, accepting more, forgiving more, loving more.  If only for those I celebrate my "th" birthday with much gratitude and aloha.

Thank you for having been/ being there for me: Tony, Rosie, Arlene, Boyet, Arne, Alvin, Emil, Vera, Dimps, Miley, Vir, Philip, Michael, Scott, Tita Joy, Beta, Beda, Pinky, Greg, Monette,  Debbie, Gerry, Pualani, Rex and Laurel, Marcella and Domingo, Elena, Ida, Barry, Mitch, Louise,  Jewel, Serina, Janel, Lindsey, Lucena, Gary,  Patty, Wanda, Dana, Ralph, Peter, Paul, Ste, Res, Lek, Lou, Cherlita, Cyn, Efren and Gemma, Shirley, Obet, Lowee, Arnel, Jill, John, Vicky, Laura, Emy, Badong,  all my cousins, nephews and nieces, all my other relatives, friends and associates. If you're not mentioned here don't feel bad. Only my memory missed you. You're still in my heart! I love you all!

I am sharing below a video and lyrics of a favorite song to celebrate my birthday. Enjoy!

Please click on this link if the video above does not play: http://youtu.be/5dR_aFa_1ek

The lyrics:

When your life goes round in circles, feel lost in time

You keep searching for the answer, which you never find

You've been holding on for too long, letting life pass you by

Give it up, surrender, let it go this time

Send it out to the universe, let it fly away

Send it out to the universe, whatever's meant to be will be

Send it out to the universe, let it fly away

Send it out to the universe, whatever's meant to be will be

Just have faith in things you can't see, open your heart

There's no better feelin' than to be free, right where you are

Everything that you need, the world will provide

Listen, hear your calling, it's louder than your own mind

Send it out to the universe, let it fly away

Send it out to the universe, whatever's meant to be will be

Send it out to the universe, let it fly away

Send it out to the universe, whatever's meant to be will be

When we trust in nature, on wisdom we fly

Just remember you're connected to the land and all lives

In the essence of our heartbeats, live old and wise

It's the truth within this kingdom, kingdom of the Most High

Send it out to the universe

Send it out to the universe

Send it out to the universe

Send it out to the universe

Let it fly away, hey hey hey

Send it out to the universe

Whatever's meant to be will be.

 

Ariel with friend and fellow scorpio, Janice Mancini at a surprise birthday party given by friends Pualani and Ralph, Lava Shack, November 8, 2013. Thank you guys for your thoughtfulness, hard work, and for going out of your way to make the party happen. Pualani, that cake you baked is to die for and I'm glad that you didn't put in all the candles! lol!

Thank you Universe! Love!
- ARIEL MURPHY