The Kids

The Kids

Thursday, September 25, 2008

31st Birthday

So I turned 31 yesterday. It is not one of those exciting birthdays, like the big 3-0. Now I'm just in my 30s. The next one to look forward to is 40, but really-does one really look forward to that age?

I spent the morning with Caleb at the park and library, while Abby was at school. It was a beautiful day and I really enjoyed our time together. While walking back to the car, I decided to stop at Starbucks and see if they give any kind of deal for birthdays. Turns out, it was worth asking about because I received a free drink! I of course ordered the largest one, a strawberry and cream frapachino, and shared it with Caleb (who thought that was the best thing ever). I thought that pretty much made my day.

I changed my mind within 20 minutes.

While driving home with the kids, Abby told me how they prayed at the flag pole. Being as I am not currently in youth ministry, I completely forgot See You At The Pole was yesterday. She was telling me all about it and when I asked her what she prayed for, she said, "You." I asked her why and she said, "Because I love you." Regardless of what she was after, I took her to be sincere and that officially made my day :)

(And eating dinner at Montgomery Inn for free with gift cards helped it to be a pretty special day as well!)

*Abby's teacher passed on a few pictures from yesterday and this is one of them-little Abby with her head bowed brought tears to my eyes. She's on the side facing the camera, on the end.

2 comments:

Anonymous said...

Happy Birthday to OUR baby girl, who just yesterday was that sweet little baby girl in the picture!

What a blessing it is for parents to see grandchildren and know the faith is passed on to them!

I think this picture will have to be my screensaver for awhile! Sorry Billy and Sean Austin!

Anonymous said...

Caleb is on the left with his back to you wearing a gray shirt. I too, had forgotten about the day (due to same reasons) but he told me all about it later, including that Abby got to pray. :)