Today was all about family. My sister, brother-in-law, niece, and nephew all came down for dinner, cake and general "birthdaying."
We had a really nice visit, even if Mom and I still aren't feeling up to par . . . the last bit of this cold is hard to kick! In fact, I was a little feverish this afternoon. (Although, I suppose that could have been all the excitement!)
My friend Cindy, who I've technically known since high school, also came over for dessert--which was enjoyed by all. (This was the famous "Grandma Cake," made to my grandmother's recipe. I've never met anyone who didn't like this cake--especially the frosting.)
Cindy was also nice enough to take a family photo for us. (She volunteed, really, we didn't ASK her to!)
She's done this before, though, in 2003--also on a day she came over for my birthday. We're all a little older, and in the case of my niece and nephew, taller. My niece is leaning on the ottoman in this picture, but trust me, she's the tallest female in the family, just recently passed by her brother . . .
See the older photo?
Yep. I'm definitely feeling older!
You look great - can't tell that you have a cold at all!
Posted by: JessaLu | November 05, 2006 at 10:24 PM
Yum, cake. Chappy looks adorable, as the rest of your family.
Posted by: Carrie K | November 05, 2006 at 10:31 PM
Cursed cold! Maybe the fever will burn it away... Sounds like another fun day. :)
Posted by: Chris | November 05, 2006 at 10:38 PM
Such a great birthday celebration! Let's hope our colds clear soon. The cough is keeping me awake at night. I haven't had so much as a cold in a few years. This is really throwing me.
Posted by: Teresa C | November 05, 2006 at 11:01 PM
Happy Birthday! I love a good b-day party! I particularly like the fact that you have an "heirloom cake". I really like that kind of thing.
Posted by: Carol | November 05, 2006 at 11:06 PM
Happy Birthday! Mmmm, cake.
Posted by: Kat | November 05, 2006 at 11:10 PM
Happy Birthday!!!
Posted by: Madame Purl | November 05, 2006 at 11:37 PM
Your hair is looking gorgeous!
Posted by: Christina | November 06, 2006 at 12:19 AM
Happy birthday Deb! That is a great family photo! I agree with Carol that it is great to have an heirloom cake; such a good thing to have traditions.
Posted by: Cynthia | November 06, 2006 at 12:31 AM
Sounds like a fun day. Happy Birthday! (My contest entry is up on my blog now too. :) ).
Posted by: Jessica | November 06, 2006 at 06:27 AM
Happy 40th Birthday, Deb!!!!!!
Posted by: Carole | November 06, 2006 at 06:42 AM
Happy Happy Birthday. How nice to spend the special day together with your family. Here's crossed fingers for the birthday present delivery today. And, get well.
Posted by: CindyCindy | November 06, 2006 at 07:52 AM
Hooray, cake!
Happy birthday! Hope the wheel shows up today because that would be perfect! :)
Posted by: jess | November 06, 2006 at 08:45 AM
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
Here's to hoping the wheel shows up today! (VERY nice birthday gift to yourself BTW).
Posted by: Bethe | November 06, 2006 at 08:50 AM
Happy Birthday to you!!!
Hope your wheel arrives today.
Posted by: Lisa | November 06, 2006 at 09:08 AM
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!! ; )
Posted by: Vicki | November 06, 2006 at 09:14 AM
Happy Birthday!! What nice family pictures!
Hey, any sign of the wheel yet??
Posted by: Cheryl | November 06, 2006 at 09:33 AM
Happy birthday, Deb! Oooh, that cake looks scrumptious.
Posted by: Laura | November 06, 2006 at 09:46 AM
Have a very Happy 40th birthday!!
Posted by: wendy g | November 06, 2006 at 09:57 AM
Happy Birthday, Deb! The puppies send you kisses.
Posted by: Paula | November 06, 2006 at 10:55 AM