candles.

Happy Birthday Ashley!

I had a lovely Birthday yesterday.
I was fortunate enough to hear
from much of my family and friends. {That was such a gift!}
Cards, e-mails, texts, phone calls;
each gesture was appreciated.
My dear friends Melissa, Court and
Rachel celebrated with me at my home last evening.
We:

1. sipped Sioux City Root (Birch) Beer.
2. opened presents.
3. discussed and giggled.
4. listened to my favorite records crackle.
5. blew out candles.
6. made a wish or 2.
7. nibbled my adorable demi-cake: red velvet from LARK of Silverlake {click.}

I just love Birthdays, and this one was simply divine.
My heart could burst from
all of the love churning within.
And do you want to know the best part?
I still get to celebrate with my husband and my family this week!