Friday, April 24, 2026

Happy 50th Birthday to Me!

Happy 50th Birthday to Me! My Birthday is tomorrow. 🎈 I am grateful for 50 years of life. The good, the bad and the ugly, it's all a gift from God. I've been through a lot in my life and I am so grateful for everything. I look forward to more amazing years! 🎂


I haven't been on here since March. I do apologize. I've been very busy with life stuff, mom stuff and housekeeping stuff.  I have not picked up my paints or brushes. 

 I have been working on what I studied long time ago and trying to get back into that. Just giving acting another chance. Not sure how it will work out but I want to give it a try. I don't want to give up on dreams. I landed a wonderful agent and I got pictures taken for my acting. I love acting a lot so I am going for it. I am very excited!

Linking up with FFO. Friday Face Off. Here is my portrait in one of the actor headshots.  I have a variety of looks and the photographer is fantastic! This is a low resolution of one of the headshots.


I've had a few doctor appointments. I still have a few more to go to. Not fun and very stressful but whatever. I just keep going and staying strong. I also have been walking and working out and I love it so much. I got into a routine and really enjoy it. I've been cooking a bit more and love making Greek food a lot. Feeling very emotional about tomorrow. So many feelings and emotions! I have family coming over for a bbq tomorrow. Hopefully all goes well. 

So that is all I have to share with you today. I truly hope you are all well. I am grateful for all of you and thank you for your comments and support. Have a lovely rest of the month and much love, peace and good health. 

🩷I will be back soon with more artwork. Hopefully the spring weather will spark my creativity. 🩷


*Feel free to use my code: MARIA for 20% off your Purchase with https://www.leuchtturm1917.ca/


Thank you and again Happy Birthday to me for tomorrow! :) 

Thank you Leuchtturm1917 for the lovely Notebook, pen and pen loop!


Thank you so much,

Maria

24 comments:

  1. Happy Birthday, Maria! 50 is a real milestone one! Love your headshot photo and best of luck with your acting aspirations!

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  2. Happy Birthday, Maria! You really now how to celebrate your birthday with a bang. I loved reading about all the exciting news in your life. I am so glad that you are pursuing your dream of acting. It's never too late, I know, as I went through a career in graphic design, then to teaching and school administration, and it was not until 9 years ago, when I was in my 50's, that I went into seminary. I've now been a priest for 5+ years, and know that's where God wants me to be. I'll keep you in my prayers, my friend. Blessings!

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    1. Thank you kindly Rev. Arnoldo! That is wonderful to hear! I am going to try and see what happens, if God wants me to do this It will work out. If not I will go where he tells me. He knows what is best for us. Thank you and have a lovely Friday and a wonderful weekend!

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  3. Happy 50th! Good luck with your doc appointments. I've been doing much the same lately. Love that you are pursuing your dream! It's a gorgeous photo!

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    1. Thank you so much Jeanie! Have a lovely Friday and a wonderful weekend!

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  4. ...life does have a way of complicating things! Take care and be well.

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    1. Thanks Tom! Yes indeed it does! Have a lovely weekend!

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  5. Well my dear friend. Happy happy birthday. Today would be my mom's birthday and Monday is mine. Good Taurus genes. LOL I'm so glad you joined FFO today. I've missed you but I know how life must take center stage ( no pun intended) I hope the medical is something that will be resolved. Following out dreams is important. You never want to wake up as an old lady and say, "I wish I would have done that when I was younger." I can see you as an actress. I really love the video too. For your birthday, "May your wishes all come true." Thank you for sharing with FFO and have a very lovely day.

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    1. Thank you so much Nicole! Oh Happy Birthday to you too! Good strong Tauruses we are indeed! :) Thank you so much and have a lovely weekend!

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  6. Happy Birthday, Maria ~ Have a wonderful one and best to you with all your endeavors ~ Hugs ^_^
    ps. thanks for commenting on my blog an artist reflects ^_^

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  7. Happy Birthday tomorrow, Maria! I wish you health, happiness, fulfillment, and lots of love. Kuddos to you for pursuing your acting dreams! I hope you have lots of fun!!! 🥂🎉🎂🌺❤️

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    1. Thank you so much! I appreciate it! Have a lovely weekend!

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  8. Happy birthday Maria. 50 was a good year for me, and I wish it will be for you also. And good luck with your acting too. It's never too late to follow your dreams and maybe 50 will be your lucky charm. hugs-Erika

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    1. Thank you so much Erika! I appreciate your lovely wishes! Have a lovely weekend!

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  9. Happy Birthday to you 🌷🌷🌷 Best wishes too with many greetings by Heidrun ❤️

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  10. Happy Birthday, Maria!! Walking and working out gives me so much more energy. Good for you. Great news that you got an agent and working on your dream. I love hearing that.

    -Soma

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    1. Thank you so much Soma! Have a lovely weekend!

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