Is 40 really the new 20?  Okay maybe not, but as I get ready to celebrate my 46th birthday this week, I contend that there IS definitely a whole lot of life left after 40.  In fact, I think I'd even go so far as to say this is my favorite decade so far!  And so in celebration of my birthday and hopefully aging gracefully, I thought today I’d share a few of my favorite things about life in my 40s—the things that honestly have surprised me.  And whether you're in your 40's, 50's, or beyond, I’ll be curious to know whether you agree. So, without further ado–here are the five surprising things I LOVE about being in my 40s.