February has been a very busy month this year. It started out with the birth of Reid on the fifth, and then my 30th birthday on the 21st. Since that was to be my due date, I had always envisioned my 30th birthday caring for a newborn. Jon & my Mom made my birthday very special. Jon the night before took me out to my favorite restaurant, Panda Inn. This was our very first dinner out together since having Ethan 3.5 years ago. I know that sounds crazy, but I hate doing anything without my children. It felt weird just having a quiet dinner just the two of us, but it was very nice. We ordered an appetizer, soup, 3 entrees, and fried rice. I got an entire entree to myself Shrimp in Garlic Sauce (my favorite) because Jon is deadly allergic to shellfish. On my birthday, my Mother took me out to lunch and shopping to get some non-maternity clothing. Later that night, we had dinner at my parents' house where Scott and Christine came over and shared the evening with me. No it was not the party of the year, but it was a very special day for me.
I am extremely grateful for my family. I have a wonderful life and could not ask for anything more than what these 30 years have given me. I have a wonderful husband, two wonderful healthy boys, a home near our families, and a career that makes me feel like I'm making a difference in this world. I don't feel old...age is just a number. I always thought that when I turned thirty that I would feel old, but I feel thankful, blessed and happy.
Yes we are all in our pajamas :)
3 comments:
Happy Birthday!!! That is so cute you still like Eeyore. I remember your room at your parents house was all decorated with him. Your boys are adorable. I agree with you that age is just a number. I'm one year shy of my 30th, and with four kids sometimes it seems that I should feel so old, but I don't I truly feel as young as my early twenties. It is just the sight of some gray hairs and my daughter turning 7 this year that remind me that I'm getting older. Other than that I think the fulfillment of my life keeps me young feeling. I'm glad you guys got to have dinner alone. I hated being without my first daughter when she was born, but I definitely look forward to those dinners alone with my husband now. Once again Happy Birthday!
Awww!! I am so glad your birthday was so nice! I love your family too. hehehe :) I feel like I've been adopted in by you and your mom.I miss you too. And yes, Ashton is growing up way to fast, I have decided. He goes in for his last neuro appointment next week. They already told us that he would be discharged at that point. I am glad that your boys are doing so well. I cannot wait to meet little Reid. He is soooo cute!!
Glad your birthday was a good one. Its great that you weren't afraid to post your picture in your pjs- love it!!! We would love to meet Reid soon... he looks so little compared to my monster Hudson :).
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