I have a really good memory when it comes to names and faces. It surprises Tony all the time that not only can I recall every teachers name I’ve ever had, but I remember all the kids that were in the class with me too.
In 4th grade my teacher was Mrs. F. I loved this teacher, she was so nice and I thought I was cool because my teacher actually came to my house and played bridge with my Mom. We always went to bed before bridge night was over, but we could hear the laughter as we fell to sleep.
The next time I was in class I would ask my teacher – “who won?” And she said, “it doesn’t really matter, I have no idea.” I didn’t understand until much later that it didn’t matter about the game, it was the joy of getting together with friends that was important.
I remember being in class, and there was a knock on the door. In came a delivery man with a big vase of roses! She looked very surprised, and when she read the card out loud to us, she said “On your 45th birthday, hope you have a great day, I love you! Mr. F.”
My first thought?
45 is so old!!
Now here I am, 36 years later, and I find myself at 45 years old, I don’t think that is old at all!
Case in point – the two pictures above of my parents with us? My Dad was 34 and my mom was 32! So much to look forward to in life!
So Happy Birthday to my twin sister! I call her my duplicate, because I was born first. She didn’t come out for another 30 minutes – we always joke that she was probably thinking “I’ve finally got this place all to myself!” I won’t see her until Sunday when my family gets together to celebrate all the March birthdays. She took the day off today – hope you have fun!
Tony is taking me out to dinner tonight – Ruth’s Chris baby! Can’t wait.
And let’s have a quick giveaway to celebrate, shall we? I am offering up your choice of Bubba Keg! I love this brand because the outside doesn’t sweat at all, and it keeps drinks both hot or cold. You can pick which one you want – either the flat one that’s great for your desk, or the travel one, which is not good for your desk, once you are almost done it gets top heavy, but if you drink a Green Monster to work, it would be perfect!
And, since I love you guys, I’ll throw in 4 jars of my Baja Fresh Salsa!
All you need to do is leave me a comment and tell me a favorite birthday memory you’ve had. I’ll pick a winner in tomorrows post.
Alright, off to get ready for work – make it a great day!
Happy Birthday!! My brother was born on the party day of my 7th birthday (just a few days before my actual birthday). My favorite memory, and one that I get teased about, was on that day he was born. My mom had to leave my party early for obvious reasons and my aunt took over the party. Later that night I went to the hospital to visit my mother and new brother, and my mother said, Look! It’s your baby brother! I was less than impressed and said, Look! I got a new Barbie! 😉
Great comeback! ;-D
Happy birthday to both of you!!!!!!!!! Hope you and Tony have a GREAT day!
I’m the exact opposite of you. I can’t remember anything from my childhood! But I do remember having a surprise birthday party planned for me in 8th grade. We were all at the movies and went back to my friend’s house afterwards and everyone was already there to surprise me. Which was a big deal because it was boys AND girls! Lol.
Happy Birthday Biz! We march babies are the best, aren’t we 🙂
Happy Birthday! My favorite was on my 18th birthday when it was legal to drink at 18 in Illinois. I think my parents thought they would never have to worry about me again since I was finally legal. in any case they had a surprise party for me and since they are awful at any type of surprise this was a complete surprise. The problem is I don’t remember much after that! And I want the salsa!
Happy Birthday, Biz and Jen!! I used to think that 30 was super old then I hit it and it was fine. I’m now 35 and it doesn’t feel so bad either. Next month is 36 and all I think is, ‘eh, no biggie!’ 🙂
Happy birthday! My favorite birthday memory has to be when I turned seven. I got a new purse from my aunt, and I just LOVED it. I shrieked for probably two minutes straight after opening it. I still have that purse and I still smile thinking about getting it for my birthday. =)
Happy Birthday, my friend! Enjoy every bite of your birthday dinner–yum!
Love the photos!! What fun to have a “duplicate”!! My favorite birthday celebration is celebrating for an entire month at ever chance I get. I suggest you do the same.
Best,
Bonnie
Happy birthday!
HAPPPPPPPY BIRTHDAY! Hope you have a fantastic day! I know your dinner will be amazing. I’d like the travel mug. When I turned 16, my parents got my friends and I a limo for the night. We went “out on the town” (as much as you can at 16). It was so much fun
Probably my 6th. My Mom made me a new summer outfit, shorts, blouse, sleeveless top and a wrap skirt. We went to a fireworks display and I thought the fireworks were for my birthday. My birthday is the 3rd.
I have a freaky memory too. I can remember trying to climb out of my crib and getting stuck.
My favorite birthday memory is a couple years ago I had a bunch of my friends over to our house. We had a bonfire, drinks, and grilled some food. Best birthday in a long time!
Happy Birthday! I am a March baby too, I will be 39 on Saturday…. My favorite birthday memory has 2006 which was the last birthday I celebrated with my mom before she passed away. She worked nights and brought me a coffee to my house as I was getting ready for work! Simple but great.
Happy Birthday. Biz!! Pshh 45 is still young!!
My favorite birthday memory would have to be this last one. We had the family Halloween party that night, and it was great to be with all of my favorite people, celebrating my 25th year!
Happy Birthday! 45 is wonderful, I love it! I loved my 40th birthday spent with very close friends and family. It was special because we had survived my illness, a very bad business situation, and a job loss. Everyone who had helped us through was there with us. HAve a super great day and a very delicious dinner tonight!! xo
One year my dad rented a moon bounce for my birthday when my parents were recently divorced and my brother literally jumped in it for HOURS.it was awesome!
Happy birthday! Omg, your twin pictures are adorable! I can’t even imagine having a sister, much less a twin sister. Have fun! And, congrats to your successful daughter. She’s doing so great. 😀
🙂 Marion
Happy happy birthday Biz! Enjoy your dinner tonight! Birthday dinners are always great no matter what age! My best memory was a huge sleepover party I had for my 12th bday. It consisted if all of my favorites-homemade pizza, Getman chocolate cake, and great friends!
Have a great 45th!!!! And mannnyyyy moooooooore!!!!
Happy Birthday Biz, have a fantastic birthday dinner at Ruth Chris. Enjoy your day!
Happy birthday Biz. I hope today is the greatest ever. 45 is not old now that I’m 50 but I do remember my grandma telling me she was 50 and I thought she was as old as dirt. :o)
My favorite birthday gift/day was when my sister gave me the record Music Box Dancer. I didn’t even know she knew I liked that and to know she spent her allowance on me, well it was an awesome birthday. I still have that record though it’s not flat anymore (stored on it’s side…not good).
Take care and have the bestest day! Blessings!!