Birthday Wishes to My Studly Backflipper

Happy birthday to the love of my life.

You're the most fun, free spirit I know.

Yet you still buckle down and responsibly take care of the daily grind.

You're genuine and true to yourself - even when I want you to see things my way.

You're always learning, filling your mind with fascinating new thoughts and ideas.

Thanks for being born and sharing your life with me.

You have my heart.

Never Too Old to be the Birthday Girl

(I've never been one to let my birthday go unannounced. Wink!)

I love having my birthday at this time of year.

You see, it's always an especially exciting time with Christmas/New Year's/Birthday all in a row. On top of that, early January is a built-in system to keep track of my mortal sojourn. New year? New year of my life - literally. By the way, today I'd need six hands to show "how many fingers" I am - 26.

I've got more than a girl could ask for - a loving husband who can backflip, keeps things fun, and knows how to cook. Amazing family and friends who inspire me, (you're likely one of them, if you're reading this) my health, and my faith. Life is good. Thanks for being part of mine.

Would you mind doing me a teeny favor that would be a big deal on my birthday? Will you please click on "Join this Site" to the right and become a member of our blog? It's an easy (free!) gift to me, one that makes me smile big! (Ryan can attest to this.) It is just so nice to know who's out there "listening." I love your comments, too.

If you've already joined, here's a {hug}. This writer girl thanks you for reading.

Never Too Old To Slip 'N' Slide

Ryan and his friend Travis have been co-hosting their own birthday party for the past 6 years.

This year, the Slip 'N' Slide Party lived on. Saturday was another success: 200 feet of slip 'n' slide, 150 of their closest friends, 4 hours of sunny skies (and a random summer storm), good food, and soap. Lots and lots of soap....all the better for slippery-ness.

We had our some little Primary friends come...


Baby niece Kensi made her grand appearance as well. Quite adventurous for a 3 month old.


Happy Birthday, Ryan my love




....you too, Travis!