40 Inspirational Quotes to Celebrate Your 40th Birthday with Wisdom and Joy

"Age is a case of mind over matter. If you don't mind, it don't matter."

- Satchel Paige

"We turn not older with years but newer every day."

- Emily Dickinson

"You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream."

- C.S. Lewis

"And in the end it's not the years in your life that count. It’s the life in your years."

- Abraham Lincoln

"You're never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream."

- C.S. Lewis

"Go confidently in the direction of your dreams."

- Henry David Thoreau

"Age is no barrier. It's a limitation you put on your mind."

- Jackie Joyner-Kersee

"Let us never know what old age is. Let us know the happiness time brings, not count the years."

- Ausonius

"The great thing about getting older is that you don't lose all the other ages you've been."

- Madeleine L'Engle

"You don't get older, you get better."

- Shirley Bassey

"One of the many things nobody ever tells you about middle age is that it’s such a nice change from being young."

- Dorothy Canfield Fisher

"The way I see it, you should live every day like it's your birthday."

- Paris Hilton

"Cherish all your happy moments; they make a fine cushion for old age."

- Booth Tarkington

"You only live once, but if you do it right, once is enough."

- Mae West

"Nobody gets to tell you how big your dreams can be."

- Rachel Hollis

"We can’t become what we need to be by remaining what we are."

- Oprah Winfrey

"May you live all the days of your life."

- Jonathan Swift

"As soon as you feel too old to do a thing, do it."

- Margaret Deland

"Every year, on your birthday, you get a chance to start anew."

- Sammy Hagar

"The formula of happiness and success is just being actually yourself in the most vivid way you possibly can."

- Meryl Streep

"To find joy in work is to discover the fountain of youth."

- Pearl S. Buck

"Old age is like everything else. To make a success of it, you’ve got to start young."

- Theodore Roosevelt

"Be the heroine of your life, not the victim."

- Nora Ephron

"The question isn't who is going to let me, it's who is going to stop me."

- Ayn Rand

"Count your age by friends, not years. Count your life by smiles, not tears."

- John Lennon

"It’s like you trade the virility of the body for the agility of the spirit."

- Elizabeth Lesser

"A birth-date is a reminder to celebrate life as well as to update life."

- Amit Kalantri

"Today is the oldest you have been and the youngest you will ever be again. Make the most of it!"

- Nicky Gumbel

"Age is whatever you think it is, you are as old as you think you are."

- Muhammad Ali

"Aging is not lost youth but a new stage of opportunity and strength."

- Betty Friedan

"You can’t help getting older, but you don’t have to get old."

- George Burns

"None are so old as those who have outlived enthusiasm."

- Henry David Thoreau

"God gave us the gift of life; it is up to us to give ourselves the gift of living well."

- Voltaire

"The great thing about getting older is that you don’t lose all the other ages you’ve been."

- Madeleine L'Engle

"Whatever with the past has gone, the best is always yet to come."

- Lucy Larcom

"Know that you are the perfect age. Each year is special and precious, for you shall only live it once. Be comfortable with growing older."

- Louise Hay

"Today is the oldest you’ve ever been, and the youngest you’ll ever be again."

- Eleanor Roosevelt

"Age is no barrier. It’s a limitation you put on your mind."

- Jackie Joyner-Kersee

"Life begins at 40."

- Walter Pitkin

"Count each birthday with a grateful mind."

- Alexander Pope

"The first forty years of life give us the text: the next thirty supply the commentary on it."

- Arthur Schopenhauer

"Life begins at forty."

- Walter Pitkin

"When it comes to staying young, a mind-lift beats a face-lift any day."

- Marty Buccella

"Youth has no age."

- Pablo Picasso

"Our birthdays are feathers in the broad wing of time."

- Jean Paul

"We grow neither better nor worse as we get old, but more like ourselves."

- Bernard Baruch

"Middle school is for being like everyone else; middle age is for being like yourself."

- Victoria Moran

"Age is strictly a case of mind over matter. If you don't mind, it doesn't matter."

- Jack Benny

"The first forty years of life give us the text: the next thirty supply the commentary on it"

- Arthur Schopenhauer

"At twenty years of age, the will reigns; at thirty, the wit; and at forty, the judgment."

- Benjamin Franklin

"Aging can be fun if you lay back and enjoy it."

- Clint Eastwood

"To me, old age is always ten years older than I am."

- Bernard Baruch

"The secret of staying young is to live honestly, eat slowly, and lie about your age."

- Lucille Ball

"Let us celebrate the occasion with wine and sweet words."

- Plautus

"Every birthday is a gift. Every day is a gift."

- Aretha Franklin

"Forty is the old age of youth; fifty is the youth of old age."

- Victor Hugo

"Every year on your birthday, you get a chance to start new."

- Billy Mills

"Just remember, once you're over the hills, you pick up speed."

- Charles M. Schultz

"The first hundred years are the hardest."

- Wilson Mizner

"The older you get, the better you get. Unless you are a banana."

- Betty White

"Inside every older person is a younger person—wondering what the hell happened."

- Jennifer Yane

"I’m at an age when my back goes out more than I do."

- Phyllis Diller

"Nice to be here? At my age, it’s nice to be anywhere."

- George Burns

"You can tell you're getting old when authority figures all start to look 12-years-old to you."

- Stewart Stafford

"Growing old is like being increasingly penalized for a crime you have not committed."

- Anthony Powell

"As you get older three things happen. The first is your memory goes, and I can’t remember the other two."

- Sir Norman Wisdom

"Middle age is when your age starts to show around your middle."

- Bob Hope

"You know you’re getting old when the candles cost more than the cake"

- Bob Hope

"You know you’ve aged when you read events you lived in a history book."

- Will Ferrell

"Turning 40 is not the end of your story. It's a fresh start."

"Everything you have worked for begins to fall into place when you turn 40."

"Sure, your 30s are over. Good riddance, I say. The 40s are going to be so much better...in every way."

"Every year of life is a gift, even 40."

"A birthday is a day to celebrate your achievements, your accomplishments, and your future."

"Let this birthday bring peace to your soul and happiness to your heart."

"40 is fun, fabulous, and absolutely fantastic. It’s your time in the sun."

"In life, the possibilities are endless. The only limitations are those that live inside your mind."

"Time to start crossing things off that bucket list."

"Don’t imprison yourself in thoughts of how life has gone by. Free yourself in the hope of what lies ahead."

"Everyone grows older, but only a few make the most of it. Who are you going to be?"

"Your age can only stop you from what your mind says it should."

"Who said you're done living life at 40? It’s merely just begun."

"Life is a book and your forties are the chapters when it all starts making sense."

"Inhale the future, exhale the past."

"Get out of your comfort zone to fulfill a dream you’ve always had."

"See age as the gift that it is and you will always be grateful on your birthday."

"40 never looked so good!"

"You’re like a fine wine, you keep getting better with age."

"Never stop dreaming, even as the years come and go."

"Look forward to all that this next decade has to hold."

"There is still so much life to be lived at the ripe age of 40."

"Strive to be a 40 year old that makes people go, ‘I wanna be like that when I turn forty’."

"You have accomplished so much these past 4 decades and so many more opportunities as headed your way."

"To my son on his 40th: Your life’s journey is a testament to your resilience and grace."

"Son, may your 40th birthday be the beginning of your most fulfilling decade yet."

"Happy 40th, my beloved! Your grace and love are the threads that bind our hearts and lives together."

"Forget the past. Look forward to the future. For the best things are yet to come."

"To my wife on her 40th: Your journey through life is a beautiful symphony, and today we celebrate its harmony."

"To my wife on her 40th birthday: Here’s to the love that grows deeper and more beautiful with each passing year."

"Happy 40th Birthday to a son who fills our hearts with pride every single day."

"To my son on his 40th: May your year ahead sparkle with joy and achievement."

"Celebrating 40 incredible years of you, my son. Your journey inspires us all."

"Son, your 40th birthday marks a beautiful milestone in a life well-lived. Here’s to many more."

"To our son on his 40th birthday: May your heart be as full of love as our hearts are full of love for you."

"Son, at 40, you’re not just older, you’re wiser, stronger, and even more remarkable."

"Wishing my son a 40th birthday that’s as wonderful and inspiring as he is to all who know him."

"Celebrating our son’s 40th birthday with immense pride and boundless love."

"Happy 40th Birthday, son! Your life is a beautiful reflection of your heart and soul."

"Son, on your 40th, we celebrate not just your age, but the amazing person you’ve become."

"Son, may your 40th birthday be a gateway to dreams realized and new ones born."

"Happy 40th, son! May your heart always be as young as your spirit is wise."

"To my son on his 40th: Every year with you is a gift. Here’s to the journey ahead."

"Wishing our son a 40th birthday that’s as remarkable as his journey so far."

"Son, your 40th is a testament to the love, laughter, and legacy you’ve built."

"Happy 40th Birthday to a son who’s not only aged but evolved into an incredible man."

"To my son on his 40th: Your life is a masterpiece, and we’re so proud to be part of it."

"Son, may your 40th birthday mark the beginning of yet another glorious chapter in your life."

"Wishing my son a 40th birthday that’s as special as he is to everyone around him."

"Happy 40th, son! You’ve made life a beautiful journey for all of us."

"Son, your 40th birthday is a reflection of a life filled with love, challenges overcome, and successes celebrated."

"Wishing my son a 40th birthday that’s a perfect blend of reflection, celebration, and anticipation."

"Happy 40th Birthday, son! Your journey has been a beacon of light and hope."

"Son, as you embrace your 40th, know that your journey is an inspiration to us all."

"Wishing our son a 40th birthday that’s as enriching and fulfilling as the life he leads."

"Happy 40th, son! May this milestone be just the beginning of more adventures and achievements."

"Happy 40th Birthday to my beautiful wife, whose grace and love grow more radiant each year."

"Celebrating 40 amazing years of you, my dear wife. Your journey is as enchanting as your spirit."

"To my son on his 40th: May your decade ahead be as bright and promising as you are."

"FORTY – Flirty, Optimistic, Risky, Teasing and Youthful."

"The candles on your cake remind me of the encouraging light you shine on all those around you."

"Your forties are just four you."

"Aged to perfection."

"Happy 40th, my love! Each year with you is a precious gift, and today we celebrate the treasure that is you."

"To my wife on her 40th: Every day with you is a celebration of love, joy, and our shared journey."

"Celebrating my wife’s 40th birthday with gratitude for the love, laughter, and happiness she brings into every day."

"Happy 40th, my beloved wife! Your beauty, inside and out, continues to awe and inspire me."

"Happy 40th Birthday, son! May this milestone be as magnificent as the journey that brought you here."

"To my wife on her 40th: Here’s to the memories we’ve shared and the adventures that await."

"Happy 40th Birthday to my wife, whose spirit is as youthful and vibrant as the day we met."

"To my wife on her 40th: Your love is the compass that guides me, today we celebrate you."

"Celebrating the 40th birthday of my wife, a woman whose beauty deepens with the wisdom and grace of each year."

"To my wife on her 40th: Together, we’ve woven a life of love and laughter. Today, we celebrate you."

"Celebrating the 40th birthday of my wife, a woman of strength, beauty, and unparalleled grace."

"Happy 40th, my soulmate! Your journey is a testament to the love and light you carry within."

"Wishing my wife a 40th birthday as serene and beautiful as the love we share."

"Happy 40th Birthday to my wife, whose presence is a constant reminder of life’s beauty and wonder."

"To my wife on her 40th: Every moment with you is a treasure, and today we celebrate the gem that is you."

"Celebrating my wife’s 40th birthday with awe for the love, joy, and resilience she embodies."

"Celebrating the 40th birthday of my wife, whose love is the sanctuary of my heart."

"Happy 40th, my dearest wife! May this milestone be the dawn of our most beautiful years together."

"To my wife on her 40th birthday: Your love is the wind beneath my wings, lifting us to new heights."

"To my wife on her 40th: Your love is the melody that dances in my heart, today and always."

"To our son: At 40, you embody the perfect blend of youth and wisdom. Here’s to you!"

"On your 40th, son, remember that every day is a new chapter in your incredible story."

"Wishing my son a 40th birthday filled with the joy, love, and laughter he brings into our lives."

"Son, your 40th is a celebration of four decades of memories, achievements, and love."

"To my son on his 40th birthday: May the year ahead bring you closer to your dreams."

"Happy 40th, son! You’ve turned life’s challenges into stepping stones, and we’re so proud."

"Son, your 40th birthday is a milestone that speaks volumes about your beautiful journey."

"Celebrating our son’s 40th with gratitude for the joy, inspiration, and love he brings to our lives."

"Your smile lights up my life. Wishing you all the best on your 40th birthday!"

"40 is the new sassy, classy and fabulous! Enjoy your special day."

"May your 40th year be all you hope it will be and more. Happy birthday!"

"Wishing a phenomenal woman an amazing 40th birthday!"

"This is the start of your most confident, graceful and badass decade yet! Happy 40th birthday!"

"The best is yet to come! Welcome to your 40s, a decade full of adventure."

"You inspire women everywhere. Enjoy a birthday as amazing as you are."

"May your smile today be a preview of a wonderful year ahead. Happy 40th birthday!"

"Forty, fabulous and phenomenal! Happy birthday to an inspiring woman."

"Wishing you a year full of joy and adventures. May all your birthday dreams come true!"

"This is your era to shine. Make every moment of your 40s count!"

"Cheers to the memories we’ve made and the ones still to come. Happy 40th birthday!"

"Beauty is timeless and you’ve got it in spades! Happy 40th birthday!"

"Wishing a phenomenal woman the happiest of birthdays. Welcome to your 40s!"

"May you continue to age like fine wine. Happy 40th birthday!"

"You’re proof that 40 is fabulous! Enjoy a magical birthday."

"Wishing an inspiring, graceful and confident woman a very happy 40th birthday!"

"You’re not aging, you’re leveling up! Happy 40th birthday, queen!"

"Brighten every room you walk into. Happy 40th birthday, beautiful!"

"The best is yet to come. Welcome to your 40s in style! Happy birthday."

"Wishing you endless beauty, happiness and adventures. Happy 40th birthday!"

"You inspire women to embrace their inner goddess. Enjoy a magical 40th birthday!"

"Wishing an exemplary woman a 40th birthday filled with joy and wonder."

"May you shine brighter with each passing year. Wishing you a very happy 40th birthday!"

"Embrace who you are – a phenomenal woman! Happy 40th birthday."

"You’ve got beauty, grace and wisdom. Rock your 40s like the true queen you are!"

"May you laugh, live and love freely in your 40s. Happy birthday!"

"Forty and timeless! You keep getting better each year. Happy birthday!"

"In your 40s, may you continue to glow, grow and thrive. Happy birthday!"

"There are no rules."

"You’re not getting older, you’re getting wiser. Happy 40th birthday!"

- Unknown

"Here’s to celebrating four decades of an amazing life! Cheers to you on your 40th birthday!"

- Unknown

"To my sister, my friend forever. Happy 40th birthday!"

"You completely epitomize "age is just a number". Stay classy and fabulous."

"Yesterday is gone, tomorrow is not here, so live today and enjoy the year."

"No matter how hard it is to get out of bed, let 40 be the year you conquer it all."

"Thank you for a lifetime of joy. Wishing you the best 40th birthday!"

"May every wish you make today come true. Happy birthday, beautiful sister!"

"We’ve shared so many laughs over the years. I love making memories with you. Happy 40th sis!"

"Wishing my fabulous sister a birthday as special as she is!"

"Thank you for a lifetime of sisterly love. Happy 40th birthday!"

"May this milestone year bring you endless joy. Happy 40th birthday, sis!"

"You’re not just my sister, you’re my best friend. Happy 40th birthday!"

"Cheers to 40 years of laughter, dreams and memories! Happy birthday, sis!"

"Sister, your beautiful soul shines so brightly. May all your birthday dreams come true!"

"Thank you for being my number one supporter. Happy 40th birthday to my amazing sister!"

"I’m so proud to call you my sister. Here’s to making more memories in your 40s! Happy Birthday!"

"May your smile today be a preview of a wonderful year ahead. Happy 40th Birthday!"

"You’re the sister everyone wishes they had. Happy 40th birthday!"

"My favorite memories are the ones we made together. Here’s to 40 more years of adventures, laughs and fun!"

"Celebrate who you are and all you have achieved. Welcome to your 40s!"

"May you blossom with grace, wisdom and beauty in your 40s! Happy birthday."

"Wishing an exemplary woman the happiest of 40th birthdays. You shine brightly!"

"Embrace the extraordinary woman you are. Happy 40th birthday!"

"The best is yet to come in your 40s. Get ready for your best decade yet!"

"Age gracefully and beautifully as you embrace your 40s. Happy birthday!"

"Wishing you a 40th birthday that’s as special and extraordinary as you are!"

"May your 40th year be filled with happiness, health and tons of love from family and friends!"

"Happy 40th birthday to someone who keeps getting cooler. Enjoy this milestone year!"

"Cheers to four decades of amazing memories. Here’s to making your 40s the best yet!"

"A wise and wonderful person deserves an incredible 40th birthday. Hope yours rocks!"

"Forty and fabulous. No one wears it better. Happy Birthday!"

"Cheers to 40 years down and forever to go! Happy birthday to someone truly special."

"Age ain’t nothing but a number. And yours is looking fine. Happy 40th birthday!"

"Wishing someone wonderful an absolutely amazing 40th birthday. You deserve the best!"

"Birthdays are the perfect time to celebrate the wisdom of age and the optimism of youth. Happy 40th!"

"Forty years old and forever young. Wishing you a magical birthday!"

"You give people so many reasons to celebrate you. Happy 40th birthday to someone truly special!"

"Wishing someone fabulous an absolutely amazing 40th birthday. You still take my breath away!"

"Cheers to four decades of phenomenal experiences. The best is yet to come. Happy 40th birthday!"

"Age ain’t nothin’ but a number. And you wear yours well. Happy 40th birthday!"

"Wishing the happiest of birthdays to the coolest 40-year-old ever!"

"May your 40th year be filled with as much joy and laughter as you have given to others all these years."

"Happy 40th to someone who makes life better for everyone around them. Enjoy your special day!"

"You’re not getting older, you’re getting finer! Happy 40th birthday!"

"Wishing someone very special a truly amazing 40th birthday. You deserve a year full of happiness!"

"You’re not aging, you’re leveling up! Happy 40th birthday to someone wonderful."

"Forty looks fantastic on you! May this milestone year bring you joy and health."

"Here’s to celebrating four decades of an incredible life. You make the world a better place. Happy 40th birthday!"

"You’re not 40, you’re 18 with 22 years experience! Happy birthday, forever young."

"Wishing a phenomenal woman the happiest 40th birthday. You only get cooler."

"Age ain’t nothin’ but a number. You wear it well. Happy 40th birthday!"

"A spectacular person deserves a spectacular 40th birthday! Have a wonderful day."

"Happy 40th to someone who reminds us all that getting older is a privilege not everyone gets. Enjoy your special day!"

"Life does not stop at 40. There are still many wonderful memories to create and enjoy. Yours will be full of love and excitement."

"At 40, you have helped shape so many other lives for the better. Happy birthday to a wonderful person inside and out."

"Happy 40th birthday! I hope this day marks the beginning of another unforgettable decade filled with happiness, success and love."

"Your forties are a time to stop and smell the roses. May your path be lined with flowers in bloom all year long. Happy 40th birthday!"

"May this be the start of your luckiest decade. Happy 40th!"

"You are such a joy. I'm so grateful to have you in my life. Happy 40th birthday!"

"You've blessed so many lives with your forty years. Here's to many more years ahead of you."

"Look at all you have achieved in forty years, but the best is yet to come!"

"I count myself lucky to have a friend as wonderful, mesmerising and kind as you. Here's to the next 40 years of friendship!"

"You've always been fabulous; you just get to really claim it now. Happy 40th!"

"You make aging look exciting. Have a 40th birthday as fabulous/sophisticated as you are!"

"May your forties be filled with love laughter. The best thing? They're just getting started!"

"We're so lucky to have made so many incredible memories and we're even more lucky to make so many more!"

"Live your best life today and every day. Happy 40th birthday!"

"You've been your fantastic self for 40 years. Happy 40th birthday!"

"Sisters make the best friends in the world. Happy 40th birthday to mine!"

"Your kindness and beauty shine through in all you do. Happy 40th birthday, sis!"

"Having a sister like you is life’s greatest gift. Happy 40th birthday!"

"Fun times or tough times, I’m glad we’ve gone through it all together. Happy 40th birthday!"

"You light up every room with your smile. Happy 40th birthday, beautiful sister!"

"Thanks for a lifetime of friendship. Hope your 40th birthday is special!"

"To my amazing sister – 40 looks gorgeous on you! Happy birthday!"

"Wishing you a day full of sweet surprises. Happy birthday to my fabulous sister!"

"May your birthday sparkle as bright as you do! Happy 40th!"

"Enjoy your magical day, gorgeous sister! Happy birthday!"

"Our favorite memories are of you. Thank you for making life so wonderful. Happy 40th birthday!"

"Cheers to the beautiful soul my sister is. May all your wishes come true!"

"There is no better friend than a sister. Happy 40th birthday to my best friend!"

"Your kind heart is an inspiration. I hope your 40th birthday is amazing!"

"Happy 40th! It’s the perfect age: too young for a mid-life crisis, too old for Snapchat."

"Hip hip hooray for the best sister in the world on her 40th birthday!"

"Happy 40th! You’ve now reached the age where ‘mind over matter’ means I don’t mind because it doesn’t matter."

"Forty is when your back goes out more than you do. Happy Birthday!"

"Wishing someone as lovely and charming as you a magical 40th birthday!"

"Cheers to 40 years of excellence and a few years of questionable decisions. Happy Birthday!"

"At 40, you’re not old, you’re a classic. And classics never go out of style. Happy Birthday!"

"Welcome to 40, where you finally understand why your parents went to bed so early."

"Happy 40th! Time to start ticking things off your bucket list…like staying awake past 9 PM."

"Welcome to the 40s, where a night out requires more recovery time than minor surgery."

"Happy 40th! You’ve reached the age where your coffee intake is for survival, not enjoyment."

"At 40, ‘getting lucky’ means finding your car in the parking lot on the first try. Happy Birthday!"

"Happy 40th! Now you can blame all your questionable life choices on a mid-life crisis."

"At 40, you’re not over the hill. You’re just standing on top, admiring the view. Happy Birthday!"

"Cheers to 40! Where you can still do all the things you used to do, but you’ll just need ibuprofen tomorrow."

"Happy 40th! Don’t worry, the first 40 years of childhood are the hardest."

"Welcome to 40, where you’re old enough to recognize your mistakes but still young enough to make some more. Happy Birthday!"

"Happy 40th! You’re at that age where your mind still thinks it’s 29, your humor suggests you’re 12, but your body occasionally screams ‘You’re too old for this!'”"

"Happy 40th! Remember, age is just a number that determines how early you eat dinner."

"At 40, ‘YOLO’ changes from ‘You Only Live Once’ to ‘You Obviously Love Owls,’ right? Happy Birthday!"

"Happy 40th! You’re not getting older, you’re just getting closer to being eligible for senior discounts."

"Cheers to 40! Where every ‘all-nighter’ means not having to get up to pee."

"You’re the icing on the cake of life. Happy birthday to my sweet sister!"

"At 40, you’re not just gaining another year; you’re embracing a new chapter filled with endless possibilities. Here’s to making every moment count!"

"Hoping your 40th birthday is as amazing as you are. Let’s get this party started!"

"Good food, good friends and even better wine. May your 40th birthday be filled with all the best things life has to offer."

"Happy birthday! At 40, your body may not always do what you want it to do but your mind is as sharp as ever. That's why you should only exercise your mind, not your body."

"Hope you get everything you deserve and more on your 40th birthday!"

"Wishing you endless celebrations on your big 4-0 birthday, sister!"

"Happy birthday to someone who's Talented, Terrific, Tremendous, and Top-notch! Welcome to your four T's!"

"You look like you haven't aged since 30, but you have a sophistication that only 40-year-olds can claim."

"Hope your 40th birthday is as wonderful as you are. Let’s celebrate in epic style!"

"You make middle age look like the Golden Age of Hollywood."

"Wishing someone as special as you a magical 40th birthday!"

"Happy 40th! You’re not over the hill, you’re just on a new plateau with a great view!"

"Cheers to 40! It’s like 20, but with twice the wisdom and half the metabolism."

"Happy 40th! Don’t worry, 40 is the new 30, according to people in their 40s."

"Welcome to your 40s, where a night of partying takes longer to recover from than minor surgery."

"Happy 40th! Remember, it’s not a gray hair, it’s a wisdom highlight."

"Forty isn’t old, if you’re a tree! Happy Birthday, you magnificent oak!"

"Happy 40th! You’re at the perfect age to know better but still young enough to make a few more fun mistakes."

"Welcome to 40, the age when ‘happy hour’ is a nap! Happy Birthday!"

"Age ain’t nothing but a number! Rock on and have a happy 40th birthday."

- Unknown

"Life’s milestones are not supposed to be counted, they’re supposed to be celebrated."

"Welcome to your 40s, where you’re old enough to know better but still young enough to laugh at yourself!"

"Wrinkles are tally marks of our birthdays. Here’s to another one!"

"Just be grateful you’re not forty in dog years."

"40 is when your body gives your brain a list of things it’s not going to do anymore."

"As you celebrate your 40th, remember that life’s beauty lies not in the number of years but in the moments that take our breath away."

"Here’s to four decades of incredible memories and the many more that are yet to come. May your heart be as full of joy as the love you’ve shared with those around you."

"May your makeup conceal your wrinkles, and may your hair dye not fade."

"You’re 14,600 days old, but who’s counting?"

"The first 40 years of childhood are always the hardest."

"Embrace the elegance of 40, where wisdom and grace are your true adornments."

"At 40, life is not just about counting the years, but making the years count."

"Your 40th birthday is a testament to your strength, your adventures, and the love you’ve spread along the way."

"At 40, every day is an opportunity to ignite new passions and rediscover forgotten dreams."

"Forty is not just an age; it’s a testament to your journey, your battles, and your victories."

"Embrace 40 with a heart full of dreams and the courage to chase them."

"The 40th year is a canvas, and you are the artist. Paint your life with bold colors of joy and contentment."

"Turning 40 is like opening a new book with blank pages; write a story that inspires."

"Forty is a milestone that reflects not just age, but the depth of your experiences and the height of your dreams."

"Celebrate the beauty of being 40, where every day is a new chance to shine."

"At 40, every moment is a gift; unwrap it with joy and gratitude."

"Life at 40 is an adventure waiting to be embraced with an open heart and a spirited mind."

"Your 40s are a time to celebrate your achievements and look forward to new horizons with hope."

"At 40, life’s puzzle pieces start to fit together, revealing a beautiful picture of your journey."

"Turning 40 is a milestone that proves that the best stories are those that evolve with time."

"The 40th birthday is not just a number; it’s a celebration of your unique journey and the paths still to explore."

"Embrace the beauty of 40, where every wrinkle tells a story of laughter and every moment is a chance for new beginnings."

"Forty is not just a number; it’s a celebration of life’s journey and the wisdom gained along the way."

"At 40, you’ve got the perfect blend of youthful energy and mature insight."

"Celebrate 40 as a milestone of personal growth, resilience, and the wisdom that guides your path."

"Turning 40 is a badge of honor, a sign that you’ve navigated the waves of life with courage and grace."

"Age is but a number that you don’t have to reflect on the outside."

"The significance of this day is a celebration of your life, not the funeral of your youth."