Happy Birthday to Me

One year older and hopefully a little wiser than I was last year. It's been a wonderful year with the highlight being marrying Brandon in July. Birthdays are always celebrated with enthusiasm at my parents home, it was kinda fun being home for one last birthday. Some things changed, like my family didn't surround my bed singing happy birthday to wake me up, that duty was left to the Mister. The birthday boy or girl always gets to pick the menu for the entire day and any activity they'd desire. My birthday fell on Sunday this year and I actually really loved it. No one had to work, it was quiet, a little enlightenment at church, and a relaxing afternoon. It was perfect. 

Brandon and I celebrated on our own Saturday. He helped me have an amazing day. 
We started off the day by playing tennis. I've really come to enjoy playing tennis, especially with the hubby. 

My activity for the day was a trip to the Alice Lane Home Store in Orem. I follow the store's blog religiously and had never made my way into the store.
 

The store was beautiful and we fell in love with a sofa on display. It was so comfortable. Someday maybe...

After the store Brandon surprised me with dinner out! We headed over to Outback SteakHouse were we feasted! I had a lovely steak and coconut shrimp. It was such a fun surprise. I felt so special. Brandon truly made sure that I had a wonderful day. Love Him.

Sunday was made up of mostly food. Is that bad that I chose to celebrate all day by eating food? I didn't think so either. It was all divine. I think I enjoy birthday meals so much because it means everyone's seated together, talking, laughing, and creating memories. 

My family has a tradition of creating signs, like the one below, that let the birthday individual know all the ways we love them. Sometimes sweet, usually funny, these signs are a hoot!

Breakfast Sandwiches, Orange Juice and Fruit

 Dinner Menu:

Homemade Artisan Bread

Potato and Broccoli Soup

Grilled Lemon & Rosemary Chicken

My Dessert of Choice:

Hot Fudge Brownie Sundae

 

My family was wonderful in giving beautiful gifts-they know me so well and made me feel so special! Woven placemats, electronic food scale, silver bird wall art, dance party coupons, t-shirts, nail care kit, tortilla holder, and Brandon's huge surprise of new running shoes. We'll put some miles on them this year!

Happy Birthday to me! What an exciting year its already set out to be!