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, Biz! I think my favorite birthday memory is when I turned 16. My mom threw me the most fantastic ‘sweet 16’ party ever! She’s the best! 🙂
I’m going to sing while I type this….so all around me are bracing themselves. Ready?
“Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday dear Vat and Je-ennn…..
(breathe in) Happy Birthday to you!!!!!!!!”
May you both have a great birthday, and may your years ahead be the best to date!!!
And may I wish for singing lessons for my birthday! HUGS to you birthday girl!!!!
Dutch is 7 today? Say it isn’t so. Those black spots you sport haven’t even turned gasryo I’m not believing my ears when I hear about your birthday.You are the coolest spotted dude I’ve ever metAnd I know you’re going to get lots of birthday treats on that you can bet.Have a great birthday my Cali broAnd make it last and don’t let go!Stubby xoxo
My last birthday. Now I am a year older than the age both my parents were when they passed away. Didn’t know if I would make it! Bizz and your duplicate are still young. I’m still not that old yet. LOL Happy Birthday and enjoy!
My favorite birthday memory was last year. I wasn’t having a very good year (got laid off and couldn’t find a job urgh)! But on my birthday my daughter took me out to lunch and when we arrived home, there was a surprise party waiting for me. It definitely lifted my spirits! But, unfortuneatelu, I still haven’t found a job yet!
double urgh! Happy birthday to you and I hope I win the bubba keg!!!
Love love love those photos from when you were little 🙂 happy birthday!!!
Happy Birthday! to you and your duplicate!
My favorite birthday memories are the ones I got to spend with my dad. He passed away when I was 12, so the ones I remember with him with me are the best.
Hope you have a great day!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, BIZ and SIS!
My favorite childhood birthday memory was my 13th – we went to breakfast at Village Inn because my dad (accountant) had to leave town to go audit some phone company in BFE. When I opened the birthday card from my parents, it had a gift certificate to get my ears pierced. I had been asking for YEARS and finally I was going to get my ears pierced!
Funny thing now, though, is that I rarely wear earrings! I need to wear more jewelry in general. I’m trying!!
Happy Birthday!!! My most memorable was my 16th birthday, all along, I thought I was helping my friend’s mom plan her surprise 16th b-day party (our birthdays were a few days apart) and when we arrived to the restaurant, turns out it was a surprise for both of us!
Happy Birthday to the duplicates!
Happy Birthday to you both! Love the photos!
Happy birthday to both you and Jenn!! 45 is YOUNG! lol I figure once I hit 50, I’m going to start going backward, because anything after 50 seems so old to me! haha
Hmmm…favorite bday memory…I can’t say I have one single one, but every year, my mom always remembers to do something little to make the day special for me. I will miss that one day. Love my mom!
Happy happy birthday! I think my 28th birthday was probably my favorite and I really can’t put into words why. I am turning 38 soon – maybe that will also be a great one 🙂
Enjoy your supper tonight and your family get together this weekend!
Duplicate…so sweet! I always thought it would be so awesome to be a twin. Happy Birthday to you both!
Happy birthday! I love those old photos. 🙂
Opps . . . forgot the “duplicate.” Happy Day!
Happy Birthday, Biz! Favorite birthday memory???? I’m going on 59 and I still enjoy every single one (much to the chagrin of those near and dear)!
BTW..I picked up some honey roasted peanut butter from WF and it’s delish!! I’ve been topping my oatmeal with it all week! Yummmm! Thanks for the recommendation! 🙂
Happy Birthday to you ♪ ♫ ♪ My 21st, spent it with friends at the Dam Inn. We had fun doing “girl things” playing games, eating, a sleep over and a few drinks. The Dam Inn was a tavern one of my friends parents owned. We were all going to beauty school together, so doing each other’s hair……..it just was a fun birthday that I can remember.
my favorite birthday memory… I dunno, that’s a toughie. I remember my 40th birthday party, all these people came and brought me wine. But I was pregnant and I couldn’t drink it! Nobody knew that though. I miscarried a few days later. But I really had a great time with all my friends and their kids.
Happy, Happy Birthday!!!! Yes it’s true, old is old until you’re there! Ruth Chris, oh my gosh that place is divine. Enjoy!