Tuesday, March 29, 2011

Today Is My Birthday

Today is my birthday.  I was born at 2:47 in the morning, 51 years ago.  Some people say I celebrate my birthday for days, weeks, and sometimes even my entire birth month!!!   Whether for a day, or week, or month, I am reminded each year, how very fortunate I am to have such wonderful close relationships in my life.  I am truly blessed.  On Sunday, my brother and all of his family came out to take me to dinner.   Yesterday I got to spend the entire day at a favorite day spa with my dear friend Jae, whose birthday happens to be the day before mine.  Today I received good wishes from early this morning, and  throughout the day. They came by way of phone, txt, mail, a beautiful bouquet of flowers, and even a cleverly penned poem from my dear friend Maryrose.  Tonight we all went to our oldest daughter's house for a wonderful dinner and little birthday party.  She and my son in law Jake prepared a fantastic dinner, and our grandchildren provided us with lots of smiles and entertainment!  My Mom and Nana came out too.  Yes, I am feeling very blessed.  And do believe I may be the luckiest woman in the world!  I did not bring my camera, because I knew that both of my girls would be taking pictures with theirs.  When we got home though, Greg took a photo of me with my son Drew, because he had to work tonight and missed the party. 
He took this picture of me with all of my fun goodies.
This afternoon I saw this note on the door that goes into the house from the garage.  We have this white board here for messages.  I liked these.
Some of my favorite cards.
This one I thought was so perfectly appropriate.
I am sure that in the next day or two, my girls will be blogging some of the festivities on their blogs.
Thank you, to everyone who made this day so special!!!  It was a perfect day!!!

41 comments:

Sunny Simple Life said...

Awww Happiest of Birthdays girlie!!

Linda @ Itsy Bits And Pieces said...

HAPPY Birthday, Kris! Sounds like it was wonderful...you are truly blessed!

Reality Jayne said...

Happy Birthday. Hope you had a good day.

Anonymous said...

Happy Birthday!! Looks like you had an awesome day and look at all those goodies :)

From the Kitchen said...

Happy birthday Kris! I'm just checking in before heading to the airport and home. I thought I'd made the right day but your birthday was yesterday. You seem to have some question as to how long to celebrate. It's one month--31 days--that one is to celebrate, be feted, fawned over, etc. Enjoy every minute.

Best,
Bonnie

Kerri said...

Happy belated birthday Kris! Sounds like you had a super one!

Gloria Baker said...

Happy and wonderful belated Birthday Kris, your son look nice and you are beauty! Happy birthday my dear, gloria

Heather - The Good Life said...

Happy birthday Kris! Sounds like you are having a wonderful time with family and friends; enjoy your special day. :-)

Barbara said...

Well happy birthday, and it looks as if you had a great one, you are one loved lady, I am new to your blog but following you now, and will be back to see you often, God bless you and have a great day.
Barbara from
http://bakinnbitsbarbara.blogspot.com/

Lauri said...

Happy belated birthday, my friend. Looks like you made a haul!

Holly said...

Damn....I went to bed early last night and totally missed this post and the opportunity to say Happy Birthday on your actual birthday. It sounds like it was a wonderful day. You look great! Love that yellow shirt and your flippy hair. Love ya darlin!

Debbie said...

Yes, you are blessed indeed! HAPPY BIRTHDAY to you Kris!! Glad you had such a nice day! HUGS

Bethany said...

those are my favorite kinds of birthdays :)
happy birthday!

Tawni716 said...

Happy belated Birthday! Sounds like you had an amazing day! =)

Genn said...

I'm glad you had a nice birthday Mom!
That looks like quite the collection of bday cards! I love that one about the ww points! Too funny.
I'll post my pics soon as I can.
Happy Bday! I love you.

Rebecca P said...

Happy belated Birthday, looks & sounds like it was a lovely party.
You look beautiful.

Pammy Sue said...

Oh, happy birthday, Kris! Sounds like you were spoiled rotten!

Naomi said...

Glad you had a great birthday! You deserve a little pamperingand R & R - don't know how you manage to do all that you do - 51 years young!

Katie said...

Sounds like you had a wonderful Birthday!!

~Niki~ said...

fun fun~happy belated!
sorry i wasnot bloggin ysterday~missed it

Shorty said...

Happy Birthday Kris! So glad that you got to spend your bday week and day with the ones you love! :)

Anonymous said...

Glad you had a good birthday & you are so loved :)

Sandy said...

Happy Birthday! Sounds like it was a lovely day! :)

Unknown said...

Sweet Sweet Birthday Wishes. Just look at all those goodies. But, my friend, those grandkiddie notes have to be my favorite. Ok, I do love that Tuscany scene plate. Do tell more....

NanaNor's said...

Hi Kris, It sounds as if your birthday was as blessed as mine! I loved seeing all your presents and of course you with your son. You are a beautiful lady and I am thankful that I've gotten to know you and that we share the same birthday.
Hugs today.
Noreen

DaCraftyLady said...

Happy Belated Birthday Wishes...hope it was as great of a day as it looked.. :) and if you have nay left over cake be sure to eat some more today. :) Debb

Jennifer said...

So, I'm totally a day late - but HAPPY BIRTHDAY!! Looks like a beautiful day....part of a beautiful life:)

ellie said...

Why not celebrate all month...what sweet surprises.

Cindy said...

Happy Birthday to you!!

Janna said...

How did I miss your birthday post?! Happy Birthday to you!!! I mean happy day after.

Linda - Behind My Red Door said...

Hey there kindred spirit - Happy Birthday! I love sharing my birthday month with you!! I am glad so many people made your day special because you deserve it and I hope the fun continues all year long! BIG giant hugs and love from all the way over here!

Debbiedoos said...

Happy Birthday dear lady! You look pretty smokin for 51, not old,( I am not that far behind ya) but you know what I mean:) Looks like a great day. Enjoy!

Tammy said...

Happy Happy Happy Birthday!! So glad you had a great day!!!!!

Jamie said...

Happy Birthday!!!! You look amazing- so glad you had a nice day! The cards are so cute! :)

Lisa said...

Happy Belated Birthday, Kris!

Pat @ Mille Fiori Favoriti said...

Happy belated Birthday, Kris!

It is easy to see why you are so loved, as you are an amazing person and you have a wonderful family and friends!

Enjoy your birthday month!:)

annielizabeth said...

Happy belated birthday Kris, sounds like you had a most wonderful birthday celebration! Lucky you!!

Amy said...

Happy Birthday Kris! Sorry I'm late. You are so loved by your family :) I hope you had a great one!

- said...

What a great day for you and to celebrate with your wonderful family.
Your handsome son looks just like you!

Kristen said...

51? Not a chance, you look 35. :) Happy belated birthday!

Sue Pinner said...

ooops missed your Birthday...HAPPY BIRTHDAY Sorry it's late...blame the paint and crafty mess..lol
Hugs Suz x