Monday, January 2, 2012

Flirty Thirty

On December 17th I celebrated my thirtieth birthday! Contrary to what I expected, I didn't agonize over the looming milestone, I didn't turn introspective and if I am being honest, I barely thought about it other than casually in passing over the days leading up to it. I truly thought I would be a hot mess about it but I wasn't. If I may say, I was proud of myself for holding it together! Ha!

I think it all boils down to being grateful. I have been blessed with everything I ever longed for, truly. There was a time in my life when I never thought marriage and a family would be a reality for me. But now, I have both.

Rob threw me a surprise birthday party with some of my Texas friends at my favorite local restaurant, a small French patisserie. It was very glamorous and I was so thankful! He organized a tasting menu with assorted gourmet pizzas, crudites, calamari, etc. He also arranged for a variety of cupcakes, all of which were delicious.

This is going to sound braggadocios but I also received several amazing gifts! My parents got me some fabulous earrings and Rob gifted me with a 5 carat light amethyst. The ring is seriously insane. I can't seem to take a picture that does it justice but for the sake of sharing my extreme glee, here is a picture:



On my actual birthday we hosted a benefit for a family we adopted through our bible study at our house. No better way to celebrate life than by giving back to others, right? Here are some shots from my birthday celebrations:




3 comments:

  1. You look great! And I'm happy to see that you had a good birthday. Lincoln is adorable as ever. Happy Belated 30th!

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  2. 1. That is the most amazing surprise party ever.
    2. That ring is equally amazing. I love it. Jealous!
    3. Thirty was such a non-event for me too. 25 was much worse.
    4. I have no idea why I numbered these.

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  3. You look fabulous, my friend! Motherhood (and dare I say Texas) are good for you! And go Rob - great present! Happy belated birthday!

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