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It’s Never Too Late, and You’re Never Too Old to Shine Bright!

 

Hey gorgeous! Welcome back!
I have been having some conversations with several beautiful friends. We're all a little more seasoned in life and the common thread that has come up, is that they're feeling they're "too old" for something. Whether it's starting that new project, that business they've been dreaming of, that new relationship and more. 
This really breaks my heart!!! So we had some really lovely conversations about this, but then something else hit me. If they're feeling this way, they're probably not the only ones. 
I also experienced the most amazing graduate this past weekend! Well, besides my sweet step-daughter!

Let me share a story that warmed my heart this weekend. My step-daughter graduated with her degree, and I couldn’t have been prouder. But as the names were called, and caps flew high in celebration, one graduate stood out among the sea of fresh-faced achievers. His name was Carl, a gentleman with a full head of grey hair and a majestic grey beard that would make Santa jealous. Carl—probably in his 60s—walked proudly across the stage to receive his Master’s degree. Yes, his Master’s degree! The crowd erupted in applause, and I’m sure my own cheers could have been heard from the moon.

Carl’s story inspired me to my core. Can you imagine the bravery it took for him to step into a classroom filled with younger peers, to persevere through late-night study sessions, and to tackle exams after decades away from school? But he did it. He reminded me (and now you!) that there’s no expiration date on ambition.

So often, we let self-doubt creep in with whispers of “It’s too late” or “I’m too old” to chase that dream or try something new. But those whispers are just fear in disguise. Carl could have listened to them. He could have let grey hairs and stereotypes hold him back. Instead, he proved that age is just a number and determination is timeless.

If you’ve been waiting for a sign, my friend, this is it! It’s time to dust off those dreams, sprinkle them with a little courage and a lot of sparkle, and take the leap. Because guess what? It's not too late, and you’re definitely not too old. The world is brimming with possibilities waiting just for you, glitter and all.

What’s that thing you’ve been putting off? Is it going back to school, starting a new career, writing that book, or picking up a hobby you’ve always wanted to try? Whatever it is, I’m here to remind you that it’s not too late. You’re not behind; you’re just getting started. And there’s something so magical about starting—especially when you’ve got wisdom and life experience to back you up.

Take a moment to imagine what your own “Carl moment” could look like. Picture yourself stepping onto your stage, achieving that goal, and feeling the rush of pride that comes from knowing you didn’t let fear win. It’s never too late to add a new chapter to your story. In fact, some of the best chapters are the ones written when you’re bold enough to believe in your own sparkle.

And here’s the thing about glitter—it shines no matter where or when it lands. So go on, throw some glitter on your dreams. Make them shiny, big, and beautiful. Then take that first step, just like Carl did. Whether it’s enrolling in a class, sending that email, or even jotting down a plan, start now. Let this be your moment to shimmer.

Remember: The world is waiting for your unique brilliance. Don’t keep it waiting any longer. You’ve got this—and I’ll be right here cheering for you, just like I cheered for Carl. Because it’s never too late to create a little magic.

In your corner and rooting for you,

Your bestie~
Carri 

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