I feel loved and celebrated today, on my birthday. And I’ve felt loved and celebrated all week! In the midst of the moving and busyness, I came home to things like this.
And this.
This morning, I woke up to Brady’s alarm, and the promise of breakfast out. It did not disappoint.
It was SO delicious, and we both ate SO much! We decided to walk our huge breakfast off along the river. For those of you from Saskatoon, we walked from the train bridge to the Bezz and back! It was a far walk, but it was really really lovely! And HOT! Wow! I loved it.
We took our time in the city, and made our way back to a houseful of children and Cher, playing in the backyard happily, as well as a handful of gifts.
From Cher, I got these adorable little sets that are SO me.
Brady got me some cute little joggers from Old Navy that I’ve been eyeing for far too long. They are the softest things I own.
And the kids got me an outdoor speaker to listen to music
Along with cards and a bracelet.
I really hit the jackpot with my little family, wow!!!
My mom joined the fun in the early afternoon, bearing a full supper she made, and a beautiful card and gift.
I did not expect a birthday celebration today. And I say that with ZERO bitterness! Some years are just busier than others, and thats totally ok! But this has been a very pleasant surprise, and I am so thankful for my people. There has been a touch of grief for me around time moving forward, and those around me have been nothing but warm and gentle with me. I have everything I need.
On my pillow…
Thank you, friends, for all you do, in all the ways. I appreciate you all.