The Big 5-0

Well....it happened.  I turned 50!  I still can't believe it and that seems soooo old!  Although, when asked how does it feel? I have to say, I just feel like I'm me, enjoying this beautiful journey in life.  God is so good!

It was an amazing birthday.  It's one I will never ever ever forget.  It still brings tears to my eyes. I am so grateful!

Months before my birthday Patrick looked at my calendar and said reserve April 30th for me.  I marked it down and wondered what he had planned. That morning I got ready and was so excited for whatever adventure he had for us.  

But it was strange.  He himmed and hawed and wasted time all morning.  That was unusual for him because when we are able to carve a time away, we start early!  Then he said, "Let's play a family game!"  So we did.  Which was even more weird.  I figured we must have reservations somewhere that he is stalling for.  

Then, he went to his office and we were just chit chatting and I asked him, "Why are you stalling?"  Then I turned around and my sisters and mom were coming with birthday hats and matching shirts and I was shocked!!!  I immediately started hugging them and crying....I was a mess!  It was a total surprise for me, I really had NO IDEA!!!

We spent the day together going to lunch (thanks Momma Michigan for treating us!) and then getting pedicures.  We had such a wonderful time together.  It was so fun.  And needed.  And memorable.  I still cant' believe it!  I will treasure this memory forever.

 

Then on the actual day of my birthday we were coming home from a very special roadtrip (which I will post about next time)  We got in super late, but I saw that Brenna decorated the mantle with things I love.  And then I started seeing post it notes.  Everywhere!!

So thoughtful of her!

So how do I feel being 50?  Loved.  Very, very loved.  :o)