My big Phat 34th Birthday

My 34th Birthday was on February 5 and I had the best time! Why? Because the girls were both in school and my mom came over and treated me to breakfast at the Buttercup restaurant and shopping at my favorite second hand stores (One of my favorite things to do). It was so nice sitting and enjoying breakfast with no children. Don't get me wrong, I love the girls but I do miss the luxury of going out for breakfast and just having girl talk and walking away with no food on your clothes or greasy hand prints on your arms. My mom and I had such a good time and the folks at the Restaurant even sang me a happy birthday song and gave me a very special treat. It was such a wonderful way to begin the day.

Then we were off for some shopping at a few second hand stores here. My mom spoiled me and bought all my great finds. That was such a nice surprise.

Later, we picked the girls up from school and openned presents, ate cake and just had a nice time. Boy was I spoiled with all my lovely gifts! Then Enrique came home from work with chocolate covered strawberries and a sweet card and we were off for dinner...my mom's treat. We went to my favorite Mexican Food restaurant here in Walnut Creek, La Fogata, where I had some chicken tacos and most importantly margaritas. They make the best there!

Needless to say it was a fun and memorable day, but I can't believe I am already 34. The good thing is I feel so much younger and I get told all the time I look about 27 years old. I'll take it, but I remember when I was 27 and everyone thought I was 19. Next year, as I've been told by my doctor I will be looking forward to celebrating my 35th, otherwise known as my Advanced Maternal Age! What's that all about? Anyway, no gray hairs yet, except for one that I've had since my 30th (no, really! It's hysterical!) and I never pulled it out because I finally have one.

I got lots of happy birthday calls and cards from friends and family and I THANK YOU ALL! It really means so much to me. And thank you mom for taking the day off from work to spend time spoiling me. This is a tradition for me and my mom. I remember from age 4 or so my mom took my birthday's off and when I got home from school she'd have the place decorated and cake made and presents all over the place, even when I was in college. I will always have those cherished memories.