60

say it isn't so

I knew it was a big one and you remember I wanted to take a trip

be long gone for the day

 not meant to be

I said birthdays are not about the number

but all about the cake

well, it's my number and it is staring me in the face

but with the help

of my



adorable family





I was smiling

it was a hot day and we spent the afternoon in the yare

in the "pool"

my little brother

in fact he and I are almost exactly the same age difference

as Emily and Arlo









Emily made brownies and put the 60 on top with blueberries

Arlo thought they were pretty good

I made myself a cake too, for back-up

german chocolate, decorated by Emily

flowers from my garden

the best part of the day was receiving this adorable doll

that my daughter made

she is so talented

I had a great birthday

I am grateful for such a loving family

and lots of good wishes from friends

and the cake

was good

still not so happy with the number