Ben and I originally had planned to go on a trip for my birthday, but when it came down to it, all I wanted to do was stay in bed and do nothing. Our lives are pretty much go, go, go (I’m sure this is life for most people), with balancing homeschooling, the girls’ extra-curricular activities, house stuff, and being intentional with family and church that I just needed a day of complete rest. I made the same request last year and loved that time so much, so I wanted to do it again.
Of course, it started with the traditional birthday breakfast in bed. I usually request pumpkin waffles, but I was craving eggs this time around with mimosa. The, the rest of the day I stayed in bed and read a book. Ben took the girls out for some errands, so it was nice and quiet. It was so peaceful that I even took a nap for the couple hours they were gone. Eventually, he brought me a sushi lunch in bed, and then I did more reading. For dinner, he made steak and lobster and we both ate in bed together. For dessert, Ben picked up a box of It’s-It! ice cream that I had been dying to try since I learned about it from my friend Frances. It’s vanilla (and mint) ice cream sandwiched between oatmeal cookies, and then dipped in chocolate … absolutely delectable! Seriously, the day was bliss. It was completely relaxing and just what I wanted!
The girls spoiled me as well. After breakfast, they had a show prepared for us; they even made programs for it. It was so cute! Soul and Glow performed four songs with actions (and props they all made!), and True and Brave were the choreographers. Ben and I were just grinning from ear to ear during their whole performance. Of course, in true Bratcher girl style, they showered me with a ton of handmade gifts. I got a card holder, paper rings (they know my love for antique jewelry), ring holder, wallet, many cards, and lots of drawings. These kids always blow me away with their creativity and thoughtfulness.
I’d say the first day of my 34th year was definitely a good one. Happy birthday to all you November babies too! What’s your birthday wish?
Happy birthday!! Sounds amazing, your family is too sweet 🙂
When we aren’t yelling, I think we are pretty sweet too. 😉
Your ring is stunning!
Why thank you very much! 😉
Looks like the rest of my message was cut off! With all the handmade goodies and creative projects in your house, is it hard to purge your kids’ projects? My son flipped when he found a school worksheet in the recycling but little does he know I have to recycle stuff every week lest we become buried in an avalanche of papers! Do you document/keep the most sentimental stuff, or are you able to enjoy and then recycle?
I throw a lot a way! Special occasion stuff I try to keep a little bit of it, but most everything gets recycled. There’s just no way to keep it all!
Sounds perfect! And that dinner: yum!
It was deeeee-licious!
sounds like a blissful start to 34 indeed! i recently tried it’s it (both flavors) for the first time too! reading gastronomyblog.com’s post on the delightful sweets made me want to have it immediately.
My friend told me to add nutella to it! She said it tastes even more scrumptious!
Oh funny. I really enjoy your blog and also a mum to four. And we share a birthday 😉 Happy Birthday!
Happy birthday to you!
Happy Birthday!! 🙂 This is lovely haha.
I hope you had an amazing birthday friend! xxooo
I know this is kind of late but happy birthday! I always enjoy reading your blog and your honesty. hope this year is amazing
Thank you!