*Nov. 3rd is my 40th Birthday, and I am NOT too happy about it. In fact, I have sobbed a few times this week. I even have to edit my profile now! I needed some shopping therapy-but had that nagging voice in my head reminding me about the 3 kids upcoming birthdays, Christmas and all the bills! We were lucky to come across some great sales on our recent travels. I was surprised later to find out just what my hubby was willing to spend on me-he does try hard! and that makes me happy-but I am even happier to know that even in my frantic state I didn`t spend too much cuz the feeling of the intense guilt later is a killer!
Simple things make me happy.
We found some great stuff at a barn/garage sale an older man was having. and BOY! did he have some GREAT stuff! unfortunately he knew it and it showed on his prices! :/
I got myself a new rolling pin-just in case someone angers me on my 40th!......JOKE!
Found these great SWEATER MUGS at none other than.........Dollarama!!
I sat looking at these today-then took a peek at pinterest and now have a GREAT idea for Christmas/holiday gifts for teachers! (will post about that next month!)
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| I enjoyed a nice cup of hot cocoa in my new sweater mug last night and tonight I will .................. |
(no this is not me but) I will be having my last HOT BATH of my 30's tonight! I figure it's a relaxing way to reminisce on all the wonderful things that my 30's brought me. (now hopefully the kids go to bed or are at least QUIET! I will try to be relaxed about it and look positively into this new beginning but I know I will shed MANY tears throughout 'MY' day!
I hope you have a very happy birthday!! I was so upset about turning 40, but some very sweet friends of mine made me feel so special on my birthday that it ended up being a wonderful day. I hope 40 is your best year yet!!
ReplyDeleteThanks SO much Lisa! I actually had a very gratifying day! On with my new adventures!! ;)
DeleteHappy Birthday!! Isn't 40 the new 30?? Something like that and on it goes. Your photos are lovely and I'm especially enjoying your pretty ironstone pieces.
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Thank you Mary Alice! I am quite enjoying being a new collector of Ironstone! I am going to a sale November 17th that is going to knock my socks off! I plan on coming home with some more I will surely be posting about that great experience! :)
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ReplyDeleteI turned 44 in June! I am just thankful to still feel young and don't think I look too very old. It is hard for me to believe that I am mid-40's.
Love your little mug sweaters. I would love to find some of those around here. Such fun and so cute.
Blessings, Amy
Thank you SO much Amy! I survived it and have to admit it wasn't as bad as I thought! The week leading up to it had me a little discouraged but all is well now! And judging from your picture I sure didnt think you were even IN your 40's!~ Mel ;)
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ReplyDeleteI would love to feature your beautiful home on my blog. Can you send me an email and I'll let you know a little more of what I had in mind. :)
Thanks,
Lisa
ferncreekcottage@hotmail.com
omgosh I just found this!! Thank you Lisa,I am thrilled!! I will e-mail you!
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ReplyDeleteBelated birthday wishes! The mugs are adorable.
ReplyDeletejust found this! thanks Elizabeth! they are aren't they!!? :)
DeleteI just found your sweet blog today, courtesy of Brenda at Cozy Little House. I saw that you recently turned 40- so did I (on October 26th). I hope you are adjusting to your new age bracket. My husband, a wise older man at 44, says being in his 40s is fabulous and he is looking forward to whatever comes next. I am choosing to believe him and celebrate a new decade! So belated Happy Birthday, Melanie!! May you have many more.
ReplyDeleteWell THANKS very much Miss Melissa!! Joining the 40 club wasn't so bad I guess-but the week leading up to it was! I was very emotional! haha! Thanks for popping in & I hope you enjoy! :)
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