My Birthday

My birthday was on a Tuesday this year, so I didn't think it would be that exciting. Ava woke me up 45 minutes earlier than usual, so I started out grumpy. We lounged on the couch and watched a few PBS Kids shows. Once Sesame Street was over we played, but I was still tired and a little grumpy from my early wake-up call. Around noon Rich called and asked if he could bring me lunch. I thought that would be nice and was excited he was thinking about me. I was even more happy and surprised when I found out he had taken a half day off work to be with me on my birthday. If you know Rich (the procrastinator) the fact that he thought about it and made arrangements a head of time was a giant gesture of love. Having him come home early made my day and made me feel special. It changed my whole mood and he truly made it a happy birthday.

Since Rich got home early we went out to an early dinner. I chose to eat at one of our favorite restaurants, Il Forno Classico. It was quiet and not too busy...just the way I like it. Rich decided since it was my birthday I could order for both of us, so that way I could try something new but still eat my favorite dish. I ordered for him classic spaghetti and meatballs and for me I got the portobello mushroom raviolis. We also ordered spaghetti for Ava. All of the food was delicious, but I still think the raviolis are the best.

After dinner we came home and relaxed. I opened my presents which made me happy. Rich sort of surprised me with a new macro lens for my camera (He told me about the surprise a month ago, so I could pick out the one I wanted). Ava followed the photography theme and gave me a remote control for my camera and an extra battery. Rich also gave me a cookie dough scooper that I talked about wanting awhile ago (good memory).

This year my birthday was a great one. I know I am getting older, but I don't mind. I had a wonderful day with my family and they made me feel special. I appreciate all the thought Rich put into the day because it reminded me how loved I am.