Mark took me out for a very nice dinner at one of the top-rated restaurants in Dallas - The Place at Perry's. It was absolutely delicious! They gave us a free crab-cake appetizer sampler because it was our first time there it was to die for!
On Friday night my parents drove into town to spend the weekend with us. At Char wen to bed we enjoyed some roaring games of Spades and Chicken foot. I am proud to say that Mark and I dominated game night! On Saturday morning, we went to the newly-renovated Children's Aquarium at Fair Park. It was small, but just the right size for Charlotte. They have a ledge in front of all the tanks that Charlotte could stand on and enjoy the view.
They also had a tank you could put your hand into.
The best part of the renovations was the outdoor area called stingray bay. They had some huge tanks filled with gigantic sting rays and other large fish.
On Saturday night Mark's parents came over to join us and Mark grilled out some delicious steaks. Here is Charlotte surrounded by her four grandparents. I don't think life gets much better for a 1-year-old!
Finally, on Sunday evening we had a cookout with our small group. This cookout was not for my birthday, but I had the added bonus that it was my birthday! Mark was sweet enough to bring a cookie cake to celebrate with. Cookie cakes are my favorite! Charlotte had fun playing with all the kids. Here she is with Emmie, who is only 6 months older than her.
My birthday wrapped up on Tuesday when my students at school held a celebration for me. They brought balloons and streamers and decorated my room. Thank you to everyone for making 30 a little easier to swallow!
3 comments:
What fun birthday celebrations! I could tell you might be having a bit of a hard time with it, but I think you said it perfectly. Many blessings to count! You can remind me of that in three years when I get there!
Happy Birthday! I turned 30 and was 40 weeks pregnant with Jace and just felt awful! I basically ignored my birthday. But I have to say, 30 has been one of the best years of my life:) 31 has been great too. I am thinking so far the 30's are much better than the 20's....hope you think so too!
I remember feeling those same things when I turned 30 (and they kind of came back at 34). If it helps at all, the 5 years I have been in my 30's have been some of my favorite years. Have fun in NYC.
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