Fancying My Fabulous Fifties (Poem)

Fancying My Fabulous Fifties (Poem)

  • Posted by Edith Ohaja
  • On March 21, 2017
  • 132 Comments

Fancying My Fabulous Fifties

It's my time to shine, to rep my King and touch the world. #quote Click To Tweet

I used to think a person’s “fabulous fifties” was just a fancy term
A known expression-turned euphemism to escape unpleasant reality
I thought it ridiculous that middle age could be seen as such
I sneered at what I called the vanity that dreamt this up

I was never bothered about age, hardly took it to heart
I was busy fighting my battles, keeping the demons at bay
But the years flew past and here I am by the mercy of God
Can’t believe I’ve been around for half a century plus plus

I may have changed but it’s in a lovely way, I would say
I got a fuller figure, a wider smile, a softer approach to folks
I’m loving the Lord, trying to make what difference I can
And by His grace, I’m learning and growing as I do His will

So yes, there’s such a thing as a person’s fabulous fifties
It’s my time to shine, to rep my King and touch the world
The devil didn’t think I’d be here still, looking oh so good
But the Lord had plans and He always has the last say

All glory to Jehovah as I celebrate my birthday today
He’s been my Ebenezer, my ever-present help in trouble
He’s making my light to shine brighter with each new day
And He’s got me fancying my fabulous fifties no end

The enemy fought but God had plans for me and He always has the last say. #quote Click To Tweet

Ⓒ Edith Ugochi Ohaja 2017

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132 Comments

Djrex
I am glad that the world has been blessed by an amazing person like you for so many years! You make every day brighter with your love and warmth! You are a light to many and many young people look up to you. As you celebrate your birthday today, may the spirit of celebration never depart from you and your family again. Happy birthday, Aunty Edith! Happy Birthday, my finest lecturer! Happy Birthday to my teacher with d cutest smile! Happy Birthday ma'am!
    Edith Ohaja
    Wow, DJ is waxing poetic! ? Thanks a whole lot and God bless you boku boku in Jesus' name.
Joe Odo
I pray that the good Lord whom age is not a barrier for anything bless your new age with fruitful of womb, Amen.Happy many returns ma.
Ugwu patience
Wow! Happy birthday Ma. May God continue to be your master-planner as you age with grace. Where is the party going to take place? because am already getting ready. Enjoy your day Ma
    Edith Ohaja
    Lol! Thanks a lot, Patience, and remain blessed!
Chika Udemba
As you add another year to your life(age) today Aunty, I wish you the very best life has to offer.I pray God continues to keep you alive to continue your good works and by his grace always make you stand out from the crowd AMEN.. Happy birthday Ma' l love you
    Edith Ohaja
    Love you back, my dear, and a big "Amen" to your prayer. Thanks a lot.
Joy
Happy Birthday Aunty...... More grace
Okoye Chinekwu Paulo
Happy birthday Ma. You have been an instrument through which God has been able to minister to us the youths. And on this special day, I pray that God will bless the works of your hands and crown all your efforts with glory. Amen! You are a conqueror Ma.
    Edith Ohaja
    Amen. Thank you so much, Paulo! You are blessed!
Nnamani Frankline Chinedu
Woaw!!! Dis is really awesome. I wish u more successful, tremendous nd happy years ahead. In as much as u look forward to impacting ur world. Mummy congratulations. Happy birthday!
Kingsley Okafor
Wow! May the good lord continue to bless you and the works of your hand.....i pray that God continue to keep you alive and fresh for us. Happy birthday ma #An inspiration to many# #Role model# #best teacher ever# # best teacher with the cutest smile# Age with grace ma.
    Edith Ohaja
    Lovely,lovely compliments. Thanks a lot, Kingsley! All glory to God and His favour to you in Jesus' name.
Nathalie Ukwu
This is Beautiful! May you continue to glow brighter as you begin this new chapter of your life. I pray that the Almighty God continues to bless you and your family just as you have been a blessing to each and every one of us, Happy Birthday Aunty Edith! You are truely a beautiful work of art..Many more blessings ma.
    Edith Ohaja
    Amen in Jesus' name. Talking about work of art, God pulled out all the stops in fashioning you. Be sure to rep Him well, girl. You are blessed!
Ahuekwe Chioma
Yippe! I am so excited as i celebrate with you today.A teacher and mother of incomparable value, u r mouthed ma. As you add anoda year to ur age today; gud health, God's grace and plenty money will pursue you IJMN. Have lots of fun today and continue to soar higher in God's love. Happy birthday Aunty Edith, love uuuuuu ma <3
    Edith Ohaja
    Amen and Amen. Love you back, dearie! Youths like you make a teacher's job easy. You will surely excel in life. Just stay close to Jesus, my dear, and you will be the envy of your mates. Cheers!
Edidiong-Abasi Esara
Fabulously fifty indeed, yet blessed with a twenties beauty and a loving heart. God is awesome!
    Edith Ohaja
    Thanks for that lovely compliment but I'm fifty plus. Higher heights are your portion, my dear, in Jesus' name.
Deborah Esther
What a lovely poem! Happy & blessed fabulous fifties! Sister Edith
    Edith Ohaja
    Thank you so much, Deb, for dropping by on this special occasion. I'm glad you love the poem. More your ink flow ceaselessly to bless humanity in Jesus' name.
Dianne Thornton (@STHdianne)
Happy Birthday, Edith! I have to say Yes to your poem! A softer approach to people--for sure ... I guess (for me, anyway) it took that long (and there's more chipping away to go) to soften my rough edges! Praying you have a blessed year!
    Edith Ohaja
    Oh Dianne, I'm so honoured by your visit, and yes, the Lord continues His work in us to the glory of His holy name. I pray for God's overflowing grace on your ministry and other endeavours in Jesus' name.
Eze Valentine Chibuike
Happy Birthday Aunty
    Edith Ohaja
    Thank you so very much and God bless you richly in Jesus' name.
Franklin Agbai
I hear people wishing others to age gracefully. But in the lane of fifties, it's difficult to find ageing in you. This is not because you implied it in your expression but you picture says so better. Your black eyelids are still as deep black and well trimmed as those of the teenage. Your lips still full and still retaining a single stripe that symbolise happiness; your cheeks set in slight puffs that indicate balls of laughter hidden beneath. And, lack of wrinkles and your deep black hairs prove that you are wonderfully and fearfully made. I want to believe that if queens are chosen or made by these impressions, you would lead the pack! I won't be surprised if at sixty or more your beauty did not wane! Meanwhile enjoy your good gifts from God. Happy birthday!!
    Edith Ohaja
    Awwww, this is so beautifully phrased. Thank you, Franklin. But the hair is a wig oh, Lol! May God's blessings abound upon you and your family in Jesus' name.
Okoroafor ijeoma Mary
Yes your smile got broader and and you got fuller, and God's grace got bigger in your life. You inspire me a lot, happy Birthday to you MA.
    Edith Ohaja
    Glory to God, dearie! You ate highly blessed in Jesus' name.
Princess
Happy birthday ma'am. God bless you for your great impact and contributions both to me and others. God keeps you, keep blessing lives. Love you!
    Edith Ohaja
    Amen. Love you back, Princess, and May God bless you more in Jesus' name.
Enete Sandra
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU MA....wishing you more years to come,long life and prosperity in Jesus name, Amen!..So sorry ma for wishin you this late...u re a special,kind,blessed,lovely teacher 2 us all and may u continue to grow in the lord, Amen.
Oparaugo shalom
God bless you ma and may he continue to take you to greater heights. Age with grace.
    Edith Ohaja
    Amen in Jesus' name. Thanks a lot, Shalom, and remain blessed.
Nkiru Amaechina
Happy birthday ma.God bless you richly,You are really a source inspiration. Age with grace.
Okpe Nnedinso
Many more years to you ma..may the good lord continue to bless you.
April Clevenger Boyer
Our God who fashioned mighty mountains, arranged the tides to come and go, formed the most delicate flower- decided the world needed one of you as well!! And only one- because you are unique and special. But 50?! You are not!?
    Edith Ohaja
    Lol, April! I'm actually more than 50 and have been for a while, that's why I can write about enjoying my 50s. Still laughing. You made my day! And thank you for your sweet words. You're a wonderful friend and I thank God so much for you.
Asogwa Ogochukwu Rosemary
Happy birthday in arrears Aunty! I wish you the best of God's blessings. Age with God's grace ma'am. Sorry, this is coming late here.
    Edith Ohaja
    It's okay, my dear! I appreciate it. You are blessed!
Okoye chidi
U r a blessing to our generation. God bless u ma nd many more yrs ahead to u.
    Edith Ohaja
    Amen. I appreciate your kind words, Chidi! May God lift you higher in Jesus' name.
Ugwu, Chinagorom Joseph
I would have said I feel bad to have missed your birthday, but it will be against the spirit of the celebration to do so. Am sorry, however, to have missed it. As for my belated birthday wish, My Almighty God graciously bless you, your family, your career and shield you from the devilish eyes of the enemy. May you be marooned by His Mercy and engulfed by His Love, so that You will continue to experience classical upliftments in all spheres of your life. I therefore celebrate you and with You, in this remarkable moment of your life. Wishing you a terrific celebration and fabulous fifties.
    Edith Ohaja
    Amen and Amen. I am super grateful and pray that God place you at the right place at the right time to harvest all the blessings He's appointed for you in Jesus' name.
OZURUMBA IHEANYICHUKWU GODWIN (Ph.D)
SHE IS A HARDWORKING WOMAN. SHE HAS A GREAT WILL-POWER AND PHYSICAL STRENGTH WHICH MOST WOMEN LACK. SHE HATES A LAZY PERSON. SHE LOOKS UNTOUCHED BY AGE. SHE IS TALL, WITH AN ELEGANT SHAPE AND AN ALERT GAIT. SHE IS BEAUTIFUL EVEN IN THIS HER FIFTIES. HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO THIS WOMAN OF GOD. FROM ME, I AND MYSELF OZURUMBA IHEANYICHUKWU GODWIN UR SON.
    Edith Ohaja
    Wow, this beautiful, Iheanyi! But tall? I wish! God bless you much much in Jesus' name.
Onuorji Susan
Happy birthday in arrears ma, wullnp and may your happiness grow with each passing day through the many many birthdays that surely are ahead of you. Sorry it is belated. Age with grace ma.
    Edith Ohaja
    I appreciate, my dear. And Amen to your good wishes in Jesus' name.
Vivian
God is really wonderful... Even in your fifties he still keeps you pretty and lovely like you are in your early thirties.. #Smiles# I must say you are really fancying your fabulous fifties in the Lord. I know most women of your age bracket who look worn out and old but you are as pretty as ever. May the good Lord keep you shining and bubbling for him and in him.... You are a blessed woman Ma and may his love continue to hold you to see many more fabulous years ahead IJN.... AMEN.... I love you MA but God loves you the most to have kept you for me blossoming by the day..... Remain blessed!!!!
    Edith Ohaja
    Our God is good, Vivian. He is indeed our Ebenezer. I cannot thank Him enough. All glory to His name and abundant blessings to you and yours in Jesus' name.
EKWUEME VICTOR OBIORA
ma, may the good God that brought u to this fabulous fifties endow u with the requisite wisdom that will lead u into ur sixties triumphantly. happy birthday ma.
    Edith Ohaja
    Thank you very much, Victor! May the Lord grant you long life and fulfillment too in Jesus' name.
Uba Chiemerie Jane
Ma, I can't believe that you are now in your fifties because you don't look it. You look pretty, happy always and eager to always help young folks like me. God has been really good to you. As you impact the knowledge of God in others, so shall God impact more on you. I thank God for making me meet a lovely woman like you. Ma, you are really more than u can imagine.
    Edith Ohaja
    Glory to our loving God! He keeps and blesses us beyond our expectations. I'm also glad to meet young people like you and the learning is mutual, my dear. God's grace in all you do in Jesus' name.
Yolanda
How Beautiful! Makes us aging so gracefully. Thank you for Blessing us with your poem!
    Edith Ohaja
    Thank you so much, Yolanda, for your visit and comment. You are sooo blessed!
Rita
Beautiful poem, WOW! Loved it!
Destiny Coaching
Love this! I agree the 50 year mark begins a season of being comfortable with who God made you to be. Enjoy your 50's decade!
    Edith Ohaja
    Hi Gloria! I'm actually over 50, just didn't write about it before. Hope you and yours have been fine. You are richly blessed, dear sis, in Jesus' name.
Deacon Adigun Temitope Idealism (DATI)
I was actually surprised the first day i set my eyes on you during my first year in UNN, having been informed then that you are 50 plus. I was expecting someone older than you and probably not as beautiful as you. I will always be happy that i met you not just as a teacher but as a mother of all. God bless you more and more ma.
OZULUMBA CHIAMAKA CYNTHIA
they say fifties is the new thirties, you're always glowing and you're someone i have always known to smile no matter the season. and your laughter is always joyous...Happy belated Birthday Ma...
    Edith Ohaja
    Thank you so much, Chiamaka! May the Lord multiply your joy too in Jesus' name.
Chikwado Ezeh
According to a popular Nigerian high life singer, "let's beg God, for us to live, grow old and grow grey hair". this is just to tell us how wonderful, or how blessed old age is... So enjoy your old age aunty... It's a blessing and a position everybody wishes to attain.
    Edith Ohaja
    Whoa, hold your horses, dear fellow! I'm grateful for your good wishes but I am NOT in my old age. It's called middle age and it can be youth if the Lord keeps you fresh. Get it? Lol!
Donna Reidland
71 comments! Obviously you struck a cord! I'm far into my fabulous 60's and fast approaching the fabulous 70's. God is so faithful to use us at every stage of life and give us blessings along the way. Happy belated birthday!
    Edith Ohaja
    Yes, He is, Donna! May He keep you in good health and vigour for many more decades to come in Jesus' name.
UMEREMADU CHETACHUKWU ESTHER
Really happy for you ma. I can testify on your behalf that the Lord has been faithful to you. I wish you more glorious years ahead. you will witness and enjoy in them all. Happy belated birthday!
Amoke chinasa
Ma, the more the years pass, d younger u become. just like what patience ozokwo sang in her song,"am 20 years old, next year I will be 19..........,that is exactly what is happening to you. Age graciously, beautiful mummy!
Irumekhai Mariam
I must confess i admire your youthful looks and carriage in your fifties. Remain stronger, cuter, and finer in the Lord ma.
Evans Nwawuefe
Just as He has promised us, with long life I will bless you, God has done it over and over again. I pray for you, more grace, blessings, favour and revelation. You are an epitome to be emulated by our generation. more power to your elbow.
Chidinma Odigbo
Let me just say that you are a manifestation of the goodness of God and an example to many. I rejoice with you ma, happy birthday and age with grace.
Nneka Orjiude
May God help me to see my fabulous fifties. Keep glowing and burning for God ma.God bless you
Ani Chidinma M
Thank God for his grace upon you. Many more years in good health, I pray.
ononso akwueke
Aunty Edith fifties fits you o! Keep enjoying your fabulous fifties, nothing do you.
Anioke Ebere
Great words! I wish you more fulfilling years ahead. Thank you Ma for sharing this inspiring poem.
Eneje Chekwube Vitus
I pray to God almighty to keep blessing you so that through you, others will be inspired more and more.
Mbah Merit
You are worth celebrating Ma.
Amadi Chibuzor .J
Many fruitful years ahead Ma.
Benjamin C.Nweke
many more fabulous years ahead, maam. may God Almighty give you good health and more strength as you age to keep touching lives and being a mentor to the youth. Amen.
MADUEKE SOMTO CYNTHIA
This is a Golden Age for you Ma and should be celebrated with so much love
Nwachi Peter
May the grace of God continue to abide with you. May He continue to bless you so that you may continue to bless others. Enjoy your new age, Ma.
ogbu ezichi
I am so happy you have reached a milestone in your life and you have so far helped most of us to aspire to do great things. WE LOVE YOU
Chioma Onah
Many more years to you Ma. May you remain young at heart.
Jonah Favour
I really appreciate you in your fabulous fifties. As you said, you now have a broader smile which I like the most about you and also your love for God which makes you stand out. Many more years to you ma. Hip Hip Hurray!!!!!
Theresa
WOW! Its actually a fancy fabulous fifties.. The soft approach to folks is what I have witnessed and I can actually testify. Its actually and truly by his mercy that you have come this far... The broader smile and the soft approach to young folks are the things that endeared you to me.. You are leaving a footprint which I wish to follow.. Ride on Ma
harmony
is actually a sweet fabulous fifties and you also got that lovely smile.
Ugwu Chiamaka
Your fabulous fifties, how lovely! so many would have thought of themselves as grannies at this point but you Ma, you are ever energetic. Your broad smile, your soft approach to folks and even your laughter pleases the heart. You are an epitome of God's beauty. Looking forward to seeing more poems on your sixties, seventies, eighties and more.
Chukwuneke Blessing Chinemerem
Fifty, yet full of life and beauty. You have made a lot of impact on the lives of people that have come in contact with you: to the youths you are an inspiration; to the earth you are a blessing. Smile on, enjoy your fabulous fifties and anticipate more fabulous years.
    Ochei Anthony Arinze
    What a lovely poem, I wish you happy birthday in arrears mam Am so sorry its coming late. I wish you every good things in life In Jesus name, Amen
okwor Blessing Amuche
Ma this blog is an inspiration from above.
    Edith Ohaja
    Glory to God! Thanks a lot, Blessing! I really appreciate.
okoro nneoma anna
wow! who would have guessed u were fifty, you look much younger. i join in thanks to God for your life and i wish you many more hale and hearty birthdays.
Obidigbo Ifunanya Nino
The Lord is really with you. Who would have guessed your age and guessed it correctly? Just few. With your beautiful smiles and your wonderful laughter, what a blessed child of God! May God continue to enrich you with his glory and crown all your efforts. Continue to shine, ma, because the Lord is with you. Remain blessed.
Tammy Dunlap
YES YES YES to this poem!! Love the grace, gratitude and wisdom here. I too I am 52.
    Edith Ohaja
    I share your excitement, Tammy! God has been so gracious and faithful.
Morgan Joy
You have every reason to be grateful. The poem makes me feel what it would be like to fancy my fabulous fifties.
freedom Okpubeku
I rejoice with u and ur family as u mark ur birthday. Ur writings are making impact. Tanx. HBD.
Jeremiah Chioma Juilet
GOD BLESS YOUR AGE MA.
ONAH JULIET EZINNE
Wow, sorry it came late but it doesn't matter, what matters is the cheerfulness behind the writing, HAPPY BORN DAY MA. Thank God we have such an inspiring woman in our generation, your good deeds will never be forgotten as you are guiding us in various realms of life, so shall the almighty God bless, inspire and sustain you...
Victoria Nonike
Who would have thought?! ma you look so 25 and i know its only the grace of God that can do this. may you grow from strength to strength ma, glory to glory, more wisdom and blessings bestowed on the virtuous woman. God bless you mummy!
Chigbo God'spromise E
YOU are beautiful in all ways and to plus it, you look amazingly and young. I pray that the light of Jesus shine on you all the days of your life.
Njoku Chimamaka Elizabeth
When we walk with God he fiils our days with laughter. Even in our old age his glory radiates in us. Indeed you're a living proof of God's mercy and love. God bless you ma!
Atudume B. Chinwendu
Ma,the hand of God is truly upon you, u are a true interpretation of the promise of God that says "Those that put there trust in the lord shall be like a tree planted by the waters and spreadeth out her root by the rivers and shall not be seen when heat cometh, but her leaf shall be green and shall not be careful in the year of drought. Sincerely ma, I would want to be like you in my fifties.
Abugu Chinazom
Wow!!!!! Fifties really? I want to be like you when I grow(LOL)... Keep living! Keep impacting lives! God bless you.
thelma Ideozu
First of all, you are ageing beautifully! Secondly, as we approach yet another one of your birthdays, I pray God continues to use you as a vessel to touch young lives.
Eze Benjamin Oduma
It is a thing of utmost joy to witness this, and here comes an epitome of a good and responsible-caring mother testifying the goodness of the Lord in her life at her fifties. The good works you have been doing, they speak for you, and God will keep you going so that people's lives will continue to be impacted upon. Multiples of fruitful and impactful years ahead in Jesus name. Amen! You are actually healthier, stronger and brighter with each passing day. Happy fabulous fifties!
Ozoguejiofor Uche Jacinta
Thank God for the grace and I pray I also have a fabulous 50 represent my king well .
Asadu Ikechukwu Valentine
Wow! This is unbelievable. You still look as young as. Me God who has in His infinite mercy brought you this far protect and give you more wisdom to accomplish greater things on this earth.
Okeke Grace Amarachi
The world is indeed blessed by a fabulous person like you. Thank you for all the lives you've allowed God use you to touch positively. Only heaven can reward you ma.
Ruth Ejims
What a wonderful heavenly Father we've got who's got our backs and whose love, mercies and care knows no end. He is indeed faithful and 'God is good' is not a cliché but will always be true in the good times and bad because we are certain that our father is a constant God. Woooow!! Years can pass so fast that we begin to wonder how it happened. However the thing is to live life to its fullest; make the impact you can make and take one day at a time as it comes. Also cast all your cares upon him for he care for yaa!
Attih Faith Etim
Being fifty is something most older folks look up to. When my mum turned fifty, her birthday was a bash. It's an event that hasnt left our minds. Just wondering how i will be like when I'm fifty.
Agwu Tochukwu Frank
Your good work will always speak for you ma. You have been a blessing to many including me. Although you are in your middle age, you look like one at 30s lol. May the Almighty God bless your new age Happy birthday to you ma.
uzoma chidera
Fabulous fifties, lol, God has been a wonderful God. As they say, age is just a number. I pray for better days ahead for you, ma, more life coming your way and more power to your elbow. Happy birthday in arrears. Waiting for another wonderful year!!
Igwe Joshua
Fabulous indeed for a fabulous mummy More grace added MA. A mummy who has been a blessing to many and especially me. Although I don't know what it looks like to be fifty buh mummy u still shine with evidence of God's blessings around you.
Chukwuma Chekwube Jennifer
I pray for better days ahead ma, you have been a blessing to me may almighty God bless your new age
Odo Collins Nnaemeka
I pray for more grace,wisdom,long life and prosperity.
Ewurum john
You have really changed lives, your impact amidst us is really tremendous & indispensable, thank you so much ma for such piece
Nwosu chinwendu favour
you are fantastic Inspirational Fabulous Young at heart You are a source of inspiration to your generation... The world is a better place for having had you in it, wishing you many happy returns
Bessong Faith Ada
You have been a blessing to many, especially the students, by impacting knowledge in us, motivating us, and showing us right ways to follow, just to be successful in life. May God grant you more grace and many more years. You are blessed ma, Looking more younger and beautiful too.
Chisom vincentia charles
Wow! U've aged with grace, ma. Happy birthday! May you continue to shine through the second half....God bless you!
Oparanozie David Chidumam
Age is merely a number, we shouldn't allow our age to limit our productivity. Our worth are mostly what we make it and it is not dependent on a mere number
Ezidimma odinakachukwu oluchukwu
Happy birthday ma'am... Though its coming late....lol. I love the way you realised that this is the moment where you touch the world and serve our king. Many gracious years ahead ma'am.
ifunaya chukwuemeka
He's your Ebenezer, your present help in times of trouble, that's what he really is,rep your fifty plus and age gracefully..i honor and celebrate you Ma !!!!
Bob Charles Ngene
(laughs) I've not really been a fan of old age but reading this right now got me all eager to join the fan club PS: We don't need a poem to tell us how fabulous Aunty Edith is...It's something we see everyday...Room206 can relate

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