Fifty's Not So Bad!

I never imagined turning fifty could be so much fun!!

The day began with many well wishes from Facebook friends,

text messages, "over the phone" birthday songs, phone calls

 and a lazy morning soak in a big tub of bubbles!

I received flowers in all shades of red and pink

chocolates

a visit from a dear friend

with the most amazing gift - a birthday card "party"

a box filled with cards from friends from all over - even one

that came across the ocean.  This friend knows how much I love cards.

 (in my younger days,  I wanted to work in a Hallmark store so I could 

look at all the cards and get paid for it. :)  Later in the day, as I sat and 

read each card, I shed more than a few tears.  The sentiments were so

touching and the time each person took to send me a card with 

encouraging words was a priceless gift that I will always cherish.  I loved it.

In the afternoon, I decided to visit Shara at Talbots and do a 

little birthday shopping.  I found these cute tops on the

clearance rack and with my birthday discount they were a bargain.

I think the peach ruffled shell will look cute under a jean jacket or 

sweater and the poet shirt - well that will be for when I'm feeling

all poetic, with jeans and my gold flats.  The necklace was a 

gift from Shara.  It looks nice with both tops.

Because shopping wears me out, I came home and read in a

 favorite book and took a nap.  As you get older, you begin

to realize what a gift a nap can be. :)

Later that evening we went to what has become the place to celebrate

birthdays in our family and one of my favorite restaurants,

Hobnob - in downtown Brevard.

Shara and Travis joined us for dinner.

(someone doesn't look happy in this picture - but it wasn't me!)

The food was amazing.  The meals were served beautifully.

I had this tasty seared sesame encrusted tuna

with wasabi mashed potatoes and julienned vegetables.

And chocolate mousse sundae for dessert

Blowing out the candle..... and wishing that I could turn 

fifty all over again!

A very yummy meal.

Flowers, gifts, candy, books, new clothes, nap

bubble bath, fine food, visits with friends and family.

All in all - a perfect day.

I felt very spoiled and indulged and

I appreciated everyone who made my birthday special.

What a blessing to have so many wonderful

 friends and family. 

I love you all!