So, I covered Mark's 40th (see July), so it's only fair that I fess up that I celebrated my over-the-hill day on November 12. It came and went fairly gently, leaving virtually no emotional wreckage in it's wake. Mark treated me like a queen (aside from the 40 jabs) and I was very aware of the blessings of my life. I truly have more peace and joy in my life than I ever have and my husband and children are all I've ever really wanted in this life. I had run the 5k (see below) and in doing so, proved to myself that I'm in the best physical condition that I've ever been. Along with going to the gym, lifting weights, biking and swimming, and overall trying to live more healthy, the 5k helped me to feel young. Having an infant makes me feel young, too, actually, but I digress.
A special gift from my sister. We both love pottery and so she sends me stuff from her trips around the world. This one is from Poland.
When Jacob and Hannah came for the weekend I got another party. Mark made me a cake. Yes, MADE ME A CAKE. I was blown away.
