Happy Birthday to Me!!!

I almost made my goal. I did not blog every single day since Valentines Day, but I did much better than I ever have. There is not a good reason for my inconsistencies, and I can't definitively say whats kept me. I am always exhausted. I am in a funk. Mostly it's sleep issues, and that makes everything else more difficult, and my health much much harder to maintain.

On a brighter note. I turned 20 this week. Last week was amazing with my best friend Vanessa, and she left early sunday morning. I slept late, and then went to my family's house for a big dinner. I was only missing Older sister Holly and my sweet friend Melissa. My wonderful family was there. My cousins Ben and Dan and their lovely ladies. My bugger of a friend Chase graced us with his presence. And Grandma and Grandpa even came out to see us. It was a delicious dinner. Corned beef, potatoes, carrots, and cabbage. Fruit salad, Garden salad, and Savannah even made some amazing homemade bread. Yumm!! I had my favorite cherry chip cake with homemade chocolate/almond buttercream frosting. Thanks Hopey! You did a great job darling.

My actual birthday was on Tuesday. I woke after a rough night and decided I could pass on institute. I let myself eat just a teeny bit for breakfast making sure it'd stay down and enjoyed a lazy morning. I didn't have any special plans, and it just worked out that Nanna could take me for my birthday date. We went to Red Riding Hood. I really liked it. Even though you know the story, it keeps you guessing. It had a little too much of a Twilight-esque feeling to it. But that's to be expected coming from the same studio and director.

I was feeling off and queasy again afterwards. So we grabbed a quick bite to eat and I headed home. No plans. I decided to 'rent' some friends. A quick stop at Redbox, and 3 movies for company. The Tourist, The Switch and Secretariat. All were spectacular!! 3 different genres and they met and exceeded my expectations.

Mommy happened to catch me when I was telling Faith what NOT to do. :/

For me?

Yes. I did fail to blow out all the 7 candles on my 20th birthday cake. :)

Dan and his cute Lexie

Oh. We are so silly. 

This was truly delicious! Thanks Hopey!

Ah! Ain't he a handsome bloke. 

Ben and his lovely Jessica

My amazing grandparents. I owe them so much. I love them so much.

She is silly. I luvf her!

Only brother and baby sister.

Mom with her baby.

We look pretty good together I think.

I think we just don't like sitting too close. Haha.

O so silly. :D

Mom, "A real man would let me take the picture."
Poor Dan couldn't say no.

Goofiness before our movie. :) Love you Nanna!

It was a relaxed way to celebrate the two decades I've had learning and growing on this beautiful planet. I am so grateful for my family. I love each and everyone of them so very much. I'm grateful for the blessings God has given me, and all the people in my life that have helped me become who I am, and will stick with me as I continue this journey. Happy Birthday!!