Am I REALLY 30?????

HELLO SWEET FRIENDS!!!! So i have been a stranger to the blogging world the last few months, and I have actually started several new posts, but just couldn't figure out how to go about summarizing the previous months...so I just didn't. However, a sweet friend at church who follows my blog, kindly suggested that I at least write a post about turning 30!!! I suppose I agree that hitting a HUGE milestone in my life warrants a post!

Yes, I turned 30 today. Yes, I looked in the mirror today and after spotting a few new "smile lines," I decided I look 30. But, NO, I do not feel 30. I actually still feel about 21!! Even having been married 6 years and having 2 kiddos, I don't picture myself as this mature, responsible, adult. Is this bad? Am I in denial? Will there ever be a moment when I actually feel my age? I hope not ;) Anyway, so far 30 seems to be just fine! I had a great birthday weekend! Friday started with an afternoon of shopping with one of my best friends Kira and my mother-in-law, which was followed by a surprise party at my house thrown by my amazing hubby! Saturday, I got to do a photo shoot for another best friend Hilary and her sweet family, lunch with Kira & Hil at McAlisters (YUMMO), and then a VERY special birthday "date" with all of my boys!

I just have to tell you about my precious date because it was so sweet! While I was getting ready, Micah took the boys to the store to buy flowers and then come and "pick me up" for the date! They were so excited and proud to bring their flowers to mommy! They took turns opening and holding the doors for me, and Seth even paid for dinner! We went to Bonsai Garden, a first experience for the boys, and they were definitely mesmerized. Aiden was loving it until our chef did the big fire display and that was NOT ok for him...sweet boy. Seth was fascinated the whole time and just kept laughing and smiling. The boys both loved the food and they both actually ate broccoli....ON THEIR OWN!!!! Seth grabbed his off his plate and said, "Momma, I LOVE broccoli and I will eat it all because it makes me big and strong!!!" Everyone at our table was pretty impressed (including Micah and I)! When we got in the car to leave Aiden said, "I will like to taked you on that date Mommy!" So fun ;) Last we went to Baker's Street and I ordered my favorite drink, a mudslide, that I absolutely had NO room in my tummy for, but thoroughly enjoyed anyway. What a perfect birthday date! I am so thankful that I have a husband who values chivalry, displays that chivalry, and teaches it to our boys. Way to go babe!!!

Today, my actual birthday, was pretty low key which was nice, but unfortunately little Seth was sick :( It was great to cuddle with him, but I wish it hadn't been at the expense of him not feeling good. I have decided that one of the worst feelings as a momma is when your babies are hurting and there's nothing you can do to make them feel better :( Wouldn't it be great if we all had an instantaneous "make it all better" wand? I certainly think so!! Anyway, here are some pics of my
birthday & some of my "loot!"


German Chocolate Cake made by my mother-in-law :) My favorite!!!


Friday at my surprise party


Micah & the boys picking me up for our date



my boys and my flowers



Aiden at Bonsai (right) covering his head when the fire appeared.



Seth at Bonsai. This is pretty much how he looked the whole time!


Here are most of my goodies :) Flowers, gift cards, money, coffee mug & make-up mirror, $cash$......Thanks so much everyone!!!



No, that's not me in the pic. I wish. Just some skinny model with MY sweet new jacket on!! Micah ordered it for me, but it wasn't in yet.


A Scentsy Candle Warmer from my sweet friend Ashley. i LOVE it!! I put it in our room and I find myself randomly wandering back there just so I can soak in the marvelous scent!!


Kira took me shopping at Hobby Lobby and this is what I got! YAY for 50% off sales and YAY for friends who take you shopping!


This present DEFINITELY wins the funny award. An Obama Card & Fiber. Thanks Justin & Mary. A lot. I am speechless. :) They also got me flowers, so I guess they are kinda off the hook!

All in all, great weekend, great day, FANTASTIC 30th birthday!!!