For once, the birthday was great.
Bowling with E and E’s dad was pathetic especially since the two adults were within the same ten-point range as the five-year-old. With lane bumpers. The good news is that it was fun.
Then dinner: Chicken Fromage at the downtown bistro with a bottle of white wine. For dessert, Pot au Chocolate with real whipped cream and birthday well-wishers. Afterward: Martinis and live music with friends. Good stuff.
My mother came up with the best birthday present ever. Take notes! A transparent plastic box filled with envelopes, pens, pencils, and a roll of 100 stamps, hereby known as the bill-paying box. I came home immediately after Thursday’s dinner and happily paid all my monthly bills without even getting a headache. Dad remembered my request for a hand-cranked popcorn popper and apparently searched the town to find one. This is from a man who doesn’t know my actual birthdate (sometime in February) and can’t quite remember the age of any of his three daughters. I was touched that he remembered.
Today’s plans: Paint the front door, begin garden and flower seeds, trim the dead grape vines from the arbor, hand scrub the wooden floor, and finish a black scarf. I feel productive.
Happy times to you! And hey– if your dad remembers your mom’s b-day, he’s doing better than many.
YAY! Happy birthday, Lauren! I’m glad that it was an excellent one. And don’t worry — you’re not the only one with a young kiddo who can beat you at bowling. Mine’s only 3-1/ and is not only a better bowler than I, but a better mini-golfer, too.
Happy birthday (chronia polla, shengri kuaile 生日快乐, bon anniversaire), Lauren!
To add a little international flair … Feliz Cumpleaños! I always tell people that it’s not about the price of the gift, but the thought that went behind it. It was very sweet of your father to remember about your request. I hope that the coming year is full of such thoughtful and kind moments.
Sounds like a fine birthday to me. I wish you many more.
Happy Birthday!
Happy Birthday to you
Happy Birthday to you
Happy Birthday dear Lauren
Happy Birthday to you!