This last Friday marked my 29th birthday and I had a really good day.  I never expect to enjoy my birthday which probably stems from childhood when I would anticipate something great and that never really happened.  Don’t get me wrong, I had decent birthdays just no surprise parties or ponies.  But this year seemed perfect.  It’s nice to be older and wiser and truly be able to enjoy the simple pleasures in life.

The day started with me waking up to a gift bag full of new bakeware from husband, something I’ve really been wanting.  My Mom came over with an iced coffee, beautiful potted lavender and four yummie red velvet Sprinkles cupcakes.  We hung out for awhile then Charlotte, Mom and I met my sister and infant nephew for lunch at my all time favorite restaurant where I enjoyed some babaganoosh, the world’s best Greek salad and a nice glass of Syrah :)  The five of us spent the remainder of the afternoon together admiring Charlotte and Gabriel and just plain enjoying each other’s company.

My original plan for dinner was to make a tri-tip roast with potatoes au gratin.  But, by the time my mom and sister left I was in no mood to be in the kitchen for that long and it didn’t help that Charlotte didn’t have much of a nap.  So, instead of getting to work making dinner I headed upstairs with Charlotte to lay down until husband got home.  Glad I opted not to cook because we ended up ordering pizza from my favorite local joint and enjoyed it with a couple of beers.  All in all it was a wonderful way to spend my birthday.

I thank the Lord for my health and all the blessings of this life and I look forward to another great year full of the unexpected.