"You know, I used to think that 40 was old," Sarah said, looking around the table at her friends. "But now I realize that it's just a number. What's important is how we feel, and what we're doing with our lives."
Together, they formed a support group of sorts, cheering each other on as they navigated the ups and downs of midlife. They talked about their bodies, which were changing in ways they never thought possible. They talked about their relationships, which were evolving as their children grew older. And they talked about their dreams, which were still very much alive. 40some mature
Her friends nodded in agreement, and they all raised their glasses in a toast. "To being 40-something, and loving every minute of it!" they chimed in unison. "You know, I used to think that 40