Birthday Blessings

After some time in the mid-20s or so, birthdays start becoming less and less fun. And when you’re eligible for the senior’s menu, that becomes even truer.

Nevertheless, Bill had a joyous birthday celebration today as he turned 71. Two of our grandkids spent the night last night. And let’s face it, there is nothing like little ones when they wake up in the morning. They are so sweet and tousled and warm and want nothing more than to give you hugs. All they ask in return is to be allowed to sit in front of the television and watch cartoons while eating a piece of cinnamon toast.

As a surprise, I invited our son and daughter-in-law to bring their four children (joining the two who slept over) to a birthday breakfast. They brought Duffy rolls (the most delicious cinnamon roll EVER), and I made scrambled eggs with bacon and fried potatoes.

As a side note, our 8-year-old grandson ate 15 pieces of bacon and seven Duffy rolls. I expect next time I see him, he will have outgrown all of his pants due to the growth spurt he is obviously experiencing.

We even got a visit from our grandsons and their moms in Vermont via Facetime on the Ipad. It’s the next best thing to being there in person. I love Steve Jobs.

Happy birthday to my husband, who has blessed my life, and continues to do so.