I was so very lucky this year to have so many wonderful celebrations for my birthday. I thought I would share the links to the galleries so you can take a look if you are interested.
Chamberlain Celebration Pictures
We went to Chuck's mom and step-dad's house for a wonderful Chicken Parmesan dinner. Paige also made a great pie for us to eat! I got a grill pan, some CuttleBug embossing folders, a Crop-A-Dile, and some gorgeous decorative glass ornaments from Paige. Here's a picture of the Crop-A-Dile. It's such a cool tool! It make setting eyelets a breeze!
Norling Celebration Pictures
At my dad's house, he made my favorite dinner. This was a meal my grandma made me every year. It was my birthday dinner. And my dad is so sweet to continue the tradition. We had barbecue ribs, twice baked potatoes, some side, and Chuck's favorite…Caramel Apple Pie (since it is his Anniversary, too!) Then I got some Semi-Homemade with Sandra Lee Cookbooks. I just love her stuff! And a hot chocolate maker, a key ring and Chuck got a saw! It was a great time!
Terwilliger Celebration Pictures
For dinner with my mom, step-dad, brothers and Katie (brother's girlfriend), we went to a Chinese food place in Bloomington called David Fong's. It's so yummy! Since Chuck and I liked it so much when we went there for my mom's birthday in September, I knew it would be a hit to go again for the Annibirthary! I had to have some General Tso Chicken! I got a bunch of great gifts! A CuttleBug, some embossing folders for it, a down vest and puzzle and a couple other small things. I have included a picture of the Cuttlebug below. This is the best tool! It adds so much to cards! I am sure some of you will be getting cards that I have used this tool on!
Annibirthary Party Pictures
We also threw an Annibirthary party at our place and had a bunch of friends over. I have to say, if you look at these pictures, do not be alarmed! My pregnant friend, Katie (not my brother's girlfriend) is *NOT* drinking! I don't want you to think she is. She was holding the beer for her hubby and, after having a little bit to drink, I thought it would be a funny picture. So please keep that in mind! 🙂 We had a wonderful time with all of our friends, family, neighbors… It's so fun to get everyone together and we haven't done this since we moved in to this house over two years ago. I'll try not to wait two years to do this again!
Well, as you can see, we have been busy! I am not complaining at all! I love it. And to think, next week we get to see his Grandparents and have Thanksgiving! Sunday my dad, step-mom, brother and his girlfriend will be over for Thanksgiving dinner here! I am really looking forward to it! …Then, be fore we know it….it will be Christmas! Ahh! 🙂