Birthdays...honestly

Honestly, birthdays are a day of reflection for me. Usually the night before and the morning of my birthday I think a lot about my mom and dad, and what they were feeling on the day I was born. Okay, I've reflected and the day goes on...

I had a great lunch with my friends Darla, Mary Jo and Rose. They spoil me, and brought me great gifts. A girl always loves girlfriend gifts because they are so.. personal...some make me laugh, and some make me cry. Deb sent me a hilarious card, and a scented car freshner tucked in the card...now I think of her every time I jump into my little Honda. Tammy treated me to lunch on Thursday at the BSU Bronco Zone.

Dinner was celebrated at my favorite restaurant, Pad Thai at Overland and Five Mile. Jenny runs the place, and is always there to greet her customers with a smile and a hug. Birthday cake at Suzanne and Jeff's capped off a wonderful birthday. Thank you to all my friends and families - I love you all!

So far, I don't feel a day over ... let's say ... 50!. Yes, I will just stay at 50.


And who can't but love a bouquet of beautiful sunny flowers from their grand-dogs. Mattie and Tulo sent me some sunny flowers for my birthday. Sweet pooches. See, there is a tiara on my desk too, but can't quite bring myself to wear it at the office. Thanks Melissa!


Just after dinner, and before cake. One of the best birthdays.