I’ve had it in my mind to join the 101 in 1001 crew since I first read about it in the fall, but I didn’t want to start on January 1, mainly because I didn’t have a list completed. Instead, I thought I’d make the start day my birthday (yesterday), my personal New Year’s day. I posted a link to my list in the sidebar if you’re interested. I used the clever date calendar to find out what my end date would be, and get a load of this: it’s my oldest sister’s birthday, 2010!
Last year’s birthday was a wash; this year’s goes in my Top Ten, joining my 21st (remember the Paul McCartney concert, KK?), my 26th (in Vatican City!) and 33rd (perfect Manhattan day). Neal ruptured a disc in early January, so the poor guy has been on a slow, harrowing path to recovery. To do my part, I’ve been taking the early morning walk–no fun in the cold, but I’m glad to make life easier for my lovey. My birthday started with Neal’s taking the girls out for me–I got to stay snuggled in the bed for the longest time in ages. After a laid back morning of opening cards and a couple of presents, we headed off to one of our favorite antique stores, hitting an estate sale along the way. Many goodies were purchased, including a fabulous complete Austen from the 30s and a lovely copy of this photo.
To add to the festivities, my UCONN Huskies were on, and they played a great game. The team is starting to really come together after last year’s terrible season. After the game I took the girls on their afternoon walk in the snow, then I hunkered down with my sister’s gifts–tea in a new mug and lots of fiber magazines. One of my sweet neighbors stopped by with her "heart pounding" cookies for me (I believe that’s how Blog-free Kim refers to these amazing treats). How lucky am I?
The evening ended with Indian food at our local joint and a few more gifts to unwrap. I’ll have pictures of my new books to share, along with an amazing PIF that landed in my mailbox.
Sounds like you had a great, cozy loving day! Happy Birthday!
Happy belated birthday! It sounds like you had a really good one.
Happy Birthday! I hope Neal is on the mend…
Happy Birthday! One of my BILs just had surgery for two or three ruptured disks and it seems to have gone really well. I hope Neal feels better soon and it sounds like you had a great day!
Happy Birthday!
Happy birthday!
It’s funny — I’ve actually been trying to put together a 101 in 1001 list… I’m stuck in the 60s or so at the moment. Maybe I can find inspiration in your list. 🙂 (The link isn’t working at the moment, but it could just be me; I’ll check back later.)
Happy, Happy Birthday!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY! I totally forgot that we’d had that birthday discussion. I’m SOOO glad it was awesome! Sounds like a perfect perfect day. 😀
HAPPY BIRTHDAY! I totally forgot that we’d had that birthday discussion. I’m SOOO glad it was awesome! Sounds like a perfect perfect day. 😀
Happy Belated Birthday, my Bev!
I’m so glad this year was a good one.
Happy birthday! So glad you had a fantastic day–hope this next year is even better!
Happy Birthday and hooray for another 101 in 1001! I started my 101 on Jan. 28, and I just started a treadmill journal as well. (I read Greg Martin’s essay about it in the New Writer’s Handbook 2007 and remembered you kept a TJ.) Good luck with your 101!
Sounds like a wonderful day – Happy Birthday! :o)