A history of bad birthdays might have you initially turned off on the idea of celebrating your 50th, but don’t let that stop you. There are so many reasons that your 50th birthday deserves to be celebrated, and with the best gifts! Namely, you made it to 50 and you are getting better and enjoying life more with every day that passes.
Your 50th birthday gift to yourself should be a treat. But it is worth noting that some large purchases don’t end up being wise investments.
Here then are a few birthday gifts to avoid and the ones that deserve a big YES!
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Skip the motorcycle.
According to West Coast Trial Lawyers, “Although riding a motorcycle is exhilarating, motorcycle riders are much more likely to be injured or killed when they are involved in an accident. To add insult to injury, many people are quick to assume that the motorcyclist was at fault, even though studies show that most motorcycle injuries are caused by careless automobile drivers who violate rules of the road. Motorcyclists also can sustain broken bones, fractures, severe road rash, and burns-For more information, check out WestCoastTrailLawyers.com.
Life over 50 can be exciting but this should not be at the risk of your safety. If you want a little heart-pumping action, rent some dirt bikes for the day and do some off-road racing instead! You won’t have to worry about collisions and you can still explore your wild side!
The brows have it!
As we age, our brows tend to fade and brow growth becomes patchy. Want a quick way to look 5 years younger fast? Consider microblading your eyebrows.
Microblading is when you get a semi-permanent tattoo that fills in your brows and makes them look always on-point. No more messing with eyebrow pencils or eyebrow palettes and hoping for a good brow day.
Brows frame and define the face. Having a good brow game is 50 percent of your makeup done! The microblading technique can be used just as a filler. Or it can be used to completely recreate your brows, if your eyebrows have disappeared over the years.
Get that pet.
Toying with the idea of getting a pet? You might be on to something.
Having a pet can help bring a touch of joy and love to your day. In fact, studies have shown that pet owners are less stressed than their petless counterparts. Some studies have also found a correlation between pet ownership and lowered blood pressure. So not only are pets a source of constant companionship, but they can be great for our physical health, too.
Caring for your four legged friend can also help you socialize as you go for walks. And it can give you a new social circle to reach out to.Go already!
You have been talking about your dream trip for years and years. There is no better excuse that will justify the cost than celebrating a 50 or over birthday.
A cruise trip with your gal pals. An adventure trip through South East Asia. A foodie trip that takes you to the best food locations in Europe.
Whatever kind of trip you have had your sights set on, make it happen for you as your gift to yourself.
If cost is an issue, you don’t need to leave the country to see jaw-dropping views. Check out this list by Time magazine that gives an overview of the best and cheapest US travel destinations.
Forget the fancy car.
Just because you can afford it doesn’t always justify the purchase. If you are only buying a new car because it seems that everyone else on your block is doing it, then definitely give this a hard pass.
Cars lose value from the moment of purchase and throughout its life. Of course, if it’s been a dream of yours to own a certain car, and you’ve saved up years and years to make this one purchase, then it might be worth it. Maybe.
Carefully consider how attached you are to this dream. Does the present you still want this? Or is this a dream that is ready to get cycled out and replaced with something else that you want more?
Not to mention that it’s really better for our health to skip the car and take that walk.
Your 50th is a milestone year! And instead of waiting around, hoping a family member or a friend will get it right, practice some self-love and get yourself the perfect birthday gift.