Best Kind of Day–Even if it Means Growing Older
Personal / Posted on January 28th, 2010
Today was my birthday and a very nice day it was. I spent it doing things I loved.
- I drank coffee.
- I hung out in a used bookstore where I found a stack of novels to keep myself entertained for a few weeks.
- I treated myself to lunch.
- I browsed around some clothing shops which were stocked with interesting but poorly made garments. I kept saying to myself…I could do better! So, no new clothes for me today.
- I read a gem of a book called Beginner’s Greek. It’s been compared to an Austen novel–lots of books have, but this one genuinely deserves it. It’s beautifully written, humorous and insightful.
- I sewed a few pieces on my polka dotted dress and contemplated making a scrap quilt.
- I watched my son practice tae-kwon-do. He did so well today that he received an invitation to test for his orange belt. I enjoyed watching him dance around with excitement.
- I teased my husband and he teased me back.
- I kissed my daughter on her strawberry-scented head.
- And while I love to cook most days, I didn’t feel like it today, so I didn’t. I picked up some yakisoba from the local takeout joint and bought a scrumptious chocolate mousse cake from a nearby bakery. For me, there is no better end to a day than eating chocolate.
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January 29th, 2010 at 2:15 am
Happy birthday Amy, and many happy returns of the day.
January 29th, 2010 at 6:59 am
Sounds like you had a great day. Happy birthday!
January 29th, 2010 at 7:48 am
Happy Birthday, Amy!!
January 29th, 2010 at 10:57 am
Happy birthday, sounds like a great day to me. Especially the chocolate cake part.
January 29th, 2010 at 12:37 pm
Happy (belated) birthday!
January 29th, 2010 at 3:52 pm
Happy, happy birthday Amy!! I’m glad you had a wonderful day!
January 29th, 2010 at 7:40 pm
Happy birthday Amy! Sounds like a lovely, private, rich, wonderful day. Wishing you many more.
February 1st, 2010 at 1:56 am
Hi! Happy birthday for the other day, sounded idealic! Thanks for joining the Stash Bustin’mission, great to have you on board! Your blog is beautiful by the way! Zoe x
February 2nd, 2010 at 6:40 pm
Happy belated birthday! Sorry I missed it–I was in Michigan all weekend and wasn’t online much. Glad to hear you enjoyed your day!
February 3rd, 2010 at 3:25 am
Hi Amy,
Thanks alot for your comment. I would love it if you and everyone who has decided to Stash Bust post a picture of some or all of it! I LOVE peeks at other peoples fabric and notions! Thanks also for the positive comment about my move back to UK. I feel so many emotions about it, you comment was gratefully received to remind me it IS an exciting development!
Zoe x
February 5th, 2010 at 5:40 am
Happy Belated Birthday!!