30
Today is my big birthday. 30!
gifts from nature via my girl
embroidery by Elisabeth -- a very tiny tulip, because they're my favorite
dusk on the eve of my birthday
THIRTY roses from my husband
My big day, and my husband and I both feel pretty yucky. He's much sicker; he came home from work this morning after about 40 minutes. We've been lying low. Birthday plans for tonight have been postponed until tomorrow, in hopes that we'll both be feeling better.
But, I had to post at least a little something today. And do I ever have a little something to show! I'm left a little speechless by this, but I received a collaborative gift in the mail today from Alicia, Emily, Erin, and Sarah. These women are talented and generous and simply awe-inspiring. I am stunned by what they sent.
It's a book. A book that Sarah made, and hinted about here. (I can't believe that was for me!)
photograph and quote shared by Emily
Each of them shared a little something with me. I am touched and amazed and ... well, I can't think what to say. A little teary. This is what I was talking about with regard to blog friends!
watercolor and ink by Alicia (isn't her handwriting beautiful?)
photograph and watercolor & ink by Alicia
30 things that Erin loves about me?!
"thirty plus one to grow on" by emily
photographs by Sarah
I wanted to share more photos of the pages of the book, but my photos of their photos weren't turning out as well as I'd like.
Anyway, despite feeling somewhat yucky, this has been such a sweet, sweet day. Such a way to welcome my thirties! Thank you all!
Happy Birthday!!!!!!
Posted by: sebrina | Tuesday, February 26, 2008 at 11:41 AM
oh, grace!!! Happy birthday. I'm just catching up on your last few blog posts. I loved what you wrote about blogging--so many of my same thoughts echoed.
With all my heart, I cherish having met you through blogging. I cherish your creativity and honesty and sweet spirit. I'm so glad our paths have crossed, even if we never meet "in the flesh".
hope you're feeling better and celebrating your special day!!
xo.
Posted by: molly | Tuesday, February 26, 2008 at 11:43 AM
happy birthday grace! (and WOW, what an awesome gift!)
Posted by: capello | Tuesday, February 26, 2008 at 12:47 PM
Happy Birthday!! What beautiful and special gifts...hope you are feeling better soon.
Posted by: Kim | Tuesday, February 26, 2008 at 02:09 PM
hope you are feeling better! happy birthday, friend.
Posted by: erin | Tuesday, February 26, 2008 at 02:13 PM
Such lovely gifts! Happy 30! Be well, dear.
Jessie
Posted by: jessie | Tuesday, February 26, 2008 at 02:17 PM
Hello Grace, I found your blog through my daughter and read it religiously every day. I enjoy being allowed to share in your lovely life. B.T.W. I picked up the "Tilted Duster" cardigan from your blog and have almost finished knitting it. I just love it. It's quite beautiful and I'll post a picture on my blog when I've completed it. Just wanted to say Happy 30th Birthday.
Posted by: Barb | Tuesday, February 26, 2008 at 02:51 PM
Happy Birthday Grace!
Posted by: Courtney | Tuesday, February 26, 2008 at 06:04 PM
Happy belated birthday! I hope it was wonderful, and I hope the year ahead is magical. I'm enjoying the 30's, I have to say... I've been thinking about you lately, sending good house vibes your way.
Happy Day!
Posted by: Beth | Tuesday, February 26, 2008 at 07:04 PM
Lovely gifts, all! I hope you and yours are feeling better soon. Happy Birthday!
Posted by: Caren | Tuesday, February 26, 2008 at 09:22 PM
oh happy day! what cool friends! dont you worry, the thirties rock!
Posted by: Five Flowers/ Emily | Wednesday, February 27, 2008 at 08:45 AM
Happy Birthday!! I am in love with your hair!! Oh my goodness! To have those lovely auburn curls....*swoon*.
And the book! What a lovely birthday gift.
Hope you are well soon.
Posted by: Katie | Wednesday, February 27, 2008 at 11:12 AM
happy birthday, grace! i wasn't able to come and leave my birthday wishes for you until today, but it sounds like you had a wonderful day (despite feeling yucky)! all the best to you as you begin your 30's! they are wonderful!
Posted by: shelley caskey | Thursday, February 28, 2008 at 07:22 AM
Happy Birthday, Grace !!
What a wonderfull and loving gifts you recieved.
Let this be a wonderfull start of a new year.
XXxxx
Posted by: ilse | Thursday, February 28, 2008 at 12:12 PM
happy birthday! what a great gift!!!
Posted by: amandajean | Thursday, February 28, 2008 at 07:02 PM
Alles gute zum Geburtstag!
Posted by: Péitseoga | Friday, February 29, 2008 at 06:49 AM
i'm a stranger in your town, (probably strange, too) but i wish you a blessed year of graces--happy birthday! :)
Posted by: mansuetude | Friday, February 29, 2008 at 10:14 AM
Oh wow! What a sweet present!
Posted by: Molly | Friday, February 29, 2008 at 01:35 PM
Happy Birthday Grace-we have been feeling poorly as well, and I haven't even been visiting my favorite blogs with any regularity. Your gifts are so lovely-I could only wish to get such lovely things for my upcoming 30th!
Posted by: Chelsea D. | Saturday, March 01, 2008 at 01:35 PM
All of these cards are so beautiful and the artist so talented. I love the little bird.
Posted by: Mama Bear | Monday, March 03, 2008 at 12:49 PM