Today’s my birthday, but the presents are for YOU! Leave a comment on the bottom of this post to be entered to win. I have lots to give away! Facebook friends, please leave a comment here on the blog, not on Facebook to be entered! I will draw the winners Wednesday the 25th at 5 pm!
I am halfway to 70. It feels strange, yet good at the same time.
For a little bit of perspective on how the world has changed in 35 years… I’m sure my Dad will correct me if I have the details incorrect, but the story goes something like this…
When I was born, my Dad was in the army and stationed in Okinawa, Japan. My birth certificate is unique: “American citizen born abroad.” I don’t dare lose it because getting another copy is a nightmare. My Dad said my birth cost him around $9 out of pocket. Of course, he had to make sure I knew that as we were shelling out a thousand or two for the birth of our kids. The funny part though is that the three minute phone call back to the States to tell my grandparents about my birth cost more than the hospital bill, and the phone connection wasn’t even that great. Now you can video chat with someone halfway across the world for free.
I’m incredibly thankful to be living during this amazing time in history. I’m especially thankful for you! So in honor of my birthday, I’m throwing a bloggy party, and the gifts are for you!! Leave a comment below to say Hi or Happy Birthday :). I have lots to give away. Take a look! Feel free to share with your friends too. Your friends are my friends 🙂
Happy Birthday! For what it’s worth I thought you were 34 today :))
Lol!! Aww, thanks 🙂
Happy birthday, to an amazingly talented friend. This year holds so much for you!
Happy Birthday as always I hope it’s a day filled with your favorite people, good coffee and even better chocolate.
Happy Birthday Amelia!! Can’t wait to see all that God does through you in this next year! And let me know how 35 is….I’ll be there in September!
Happy birthday! Enjoy the new coffee maker.
Yeah! Happy Birthday! I resonate with not being able to believe that you are half way to 70! It is a strange feeling especially when I think back to when I thought 30 was old! Eeek! I hope that you have an awesome day celebrating the years, calling, and opportunities that He has given to you!
Happy Birthday! Don’t mention half way to 70! By then I will be a great grandma! Love you, girl!
Happy Birthday! Quit making yourself sound old-your not, You are just more experienced than someone who is 30!
Happy Birthday! Hope it’s a good one!
Happy birthday to one of my favorite long-time friends! I am so glad we met 30! Years ago! I need to get the pattern for those crocheted flip-flops. Mine finally wore out this summer. Rick’s Grandma saw them & wants me to make her a pair too. I hope you have a great day!
Happy birthday, Amelia! 🙂 Love hearing the birth story…$6!!!!
Happy birthday, friend! Love you and miss you!
Oh Amelia. You are so beautiful and creative. I am jealous of your talent and your fabulous life! LOL You deserve an amazing day because you are an amazing woman. I am glad to know you.
xoxxo
35?!?! you are just a pup. 🙂 happy birthday, my friend.
Happy Birthday, Lovely Amelia! We’ve got a lot of adventures between now and 70!
How well we remember that day! Such a beautiful ending to an island day.
Hope you had a great birthday!!! Love you lots!
Mom & Dad
OKAY..so- not only are you a GIFTED writer…TREMENDOUS mom…SPLENDID “running buddy” 🙂 I now discover that as well you are a crafter EXTRAORDINAIRE! Stop it already 😀
Happy Birthday Beautiful Daughter of God…so thankful for the gift of YOU!!
Thank you all for stopping by and for the birthday wishes! You are all wonderful!! Check back tomorrow to see what you won!!
Happy Birthday! (It’s still your birthday here 🙂 I was thinking about that “halfway to 70” thing last week. Crazy!
Happy birthday! Nice of you to share
How did I not know it was your day!? Happy Happy to YOU!! Can’t wait to take you to breakfast. 🙂 Loving that little embroidered tag. I’m super impressed with all your crafty skillz!