Birthday Wishes

Gray clouds, misty rain, and cooler weather.  You wouldn't think of this as a good start to a birthday but it was perfect.  What better time to spend a day relaxing around a heated indoor pool, getting a water jet back massage in the hot tub, feeling the pressure of cascading water rush through your hair while standing under a water fall, sweating in the eucalyptus steam room, and receiving the most relaxing facial and shoulder massage.  Those who know me have already guessed that I spent the day at Rock Barn Spa.

Glenda and Kindra joined me for my special day and surprised me with the creamiest and most decadent cupcakes to cap off the day of relaxing around the pool.  As I get older I'm more thankful for the intangible things in life...the camaraderie of friends, the support and encouragement of family, good health, and the blessings of a sound mind.

This evening, after spending time with Chase, laughing at a movie, I logged onto Facebook to see if anyone else had remembered my birthday.  Even though most of us are reminded by birthdays by looking in the upper right hand corner of our Facebook Page, it still brings a smile to read the "Happy Birthday" wishes.  The outpouring of such well wishes could be a little overwhelming in person but on Facebook that simple act of kindness connects us and broadens our circle of friends.  Social media may have its drawbacks but it also has its advantages. I know for the next few days, I'll check the upper right hand corner of my Facebook Page and take a few minutes out of my busy day to wish family and friends a "Happy Birthday".  I'll think of it as paying happiness forward.

Thank you to all those who sent cards, left messages on my voicemail, sang the "Happy Birthday" song to me, or posted on my Facebook Page.  You made me feel special and loved on my birthday.

Happy Birthday Janet from Google