Friday was my birthday and we really had nothing planned. My brother came in from Minnesota and paid a visit in the morning, then my dad showed up, then my mom showed up! We all had a great visit and after the boys lest, I treated my mom to a fancy coffee drink and we chatted. I couldn't help thinking that 30 years ago, she was a new mom and going through all of the things that I am.
Later, my hubby and I ordered pizza, my choice of toppings, and washed it down with some beers...my favorite dinner! We went over to our neighbors house and celebrated with some cocktails. They were so sweet and thoughtful and got me a cake!
I was having a bit of a hard day...we'll call it the "Birthday Blues". Do you ever feel like you have it all, but at the same time your life's a mess? I have so much in my life, but want so much more. There are so many things that I thought that I would have accomplished by 30, but yet I have accomplished so much. I am so fortunate at this age to have an amazing husband and beautiful little baby boy, we own a home, I have an amazing career, a wonderful supportive family, and a great group of friends and co-workers. Some people would be very envious of what I have accomplished, and I am proud of these achievements.
Saturday, we spent the day kind of cleaning and picking up around the house. My sister was coming over around 5:00ish so that Matt and I could go out for dinner and drinks. How exciting! A date! This was my gift from my husband and I was looking forward to it for a long time. We went to a new restaurant in town and it everything was great, until...my sister called...one of our toilet's was overflowing and she didn't know where the shut off valve was...seriously!?!?
We went home to give it a quick fix and Matt promised me that we would go right back out and clean it up in the morning...SURPRISE!!!!!! The toilet was just fine, but my house was filled with friends and family all there to help me ring in my 30's! I don't know how my husband pulled this one off because he is the worst liar in the world. I was completely surprised and shocked and had a really great time. It was so nice to have the house filled with people again. We haven't hosted a party in a very, very long time and our house is set up perfect for parties, especially when the weather is nicer. Everyone took turns rocking Jack to sleep, but only mommy could do it...and that made me feel good. It was so great to see everyone and have everyone I care about in one place.
But Matt was not the only one behind this surprise, he has my sister in on it too and she did a lot of planning and preparation. She filled the house with fresh flowers, decorations and food. She made the house look great and even cleaned up that night! I have an amazing sister. And she had already planned a bridal shower earlier that day!
My sister! She's going to hate me for this one!
A full wine rack thanks to all the leftovers and gifts! I love having fresh flowers in the house!
The next day was spent drilling Matt on how he pulled off the party. It was so fun to figure everything out and put two and two together. He even took care of the baby the whole day so that I could recover from the party and lack of sleep. What a guy! My two favorite shows were even on Sunday night! A great ending to a great weekend.
So, yes, now I am 30...I knew it would happen some day, but I really did just turn 16...wasn't that last year? My how the time flies.
It really doesn't get any better than this! My heart is full of love!
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