That was my birthday cake – doesn’t it look delicious? Well it was! Vanilla cake with raspberry coulis and covered in marzipan… can you say yuuummmmyyy!!!
Sorry if I haven’t been around, but before the party I had to get things organized: Saturday was a loooonnngg day between getting the equipment from the rental places, decorating the room, getting ready, welcoming the guests and, of course, enjoying myself… it was long and by the time I went to bed (early morning Sunday, at about 3:30am – which I’m know now for a fact: I’m too old for this shit!) let’s just say I was exhausted! The last few days my body has been reminding me that 6 weeks post-op isn’t that long after surgery to be spending that much time on my feet! But it was worth the effort!
The party was a success – total tally 69 people showed up! (Perfect number if you ask me! ;-) The room looked great once decorated, the DJ did a good job, the people danced and all had a good time! I’m still a little sore from all the dancing and walking, and my voice finally came back today.
I was spoiled and got really generous gifts.
There’s nothing like shopping with a bunch of gift cards! ‘Just love it! I received the cutest toothpick holder made by Alessi – every time I look at time it brings a smile to my face!I did manage to finish all my “Thank You” cards this morning, and half way through my Christmas cards. If only I could get Hubby on board to sign them and lick…
The only disappointment (and I’m almost over it now) is that 13 people didn’t show up, despite having confirmed. A friend left me a message during the party, another one called me the next day and a relative sent me e-mail. The worst part is, of all who didn’t show or didn’t even have the decency to let me know that they weren’t coming were all relatives! I feel like Rodney Dangerfield and say: “I get no respect!” It hurt a little, but then I shouldn’t be surprise, right? That’s just the way it is nowadays. Wow, doesn’t that sound like an old person? Gee! It didn’t take me long!
Since Saturday we’ve been on a “cold cut” diet – we had so much left over, and since we were both brought up not to waste food, we’ve been eating that for lunch and dinner. Not always obvious to be creative with cold cuts & cheese, but we’re managing. If this keeps up, I’ll be peeing mustard soon!
Overall, I had a great 40th birthday party and I have so much to be thankful for. I was really touched to see so many friends and relatives gathered in the same place and it wasn’t a funeral! I’ve been blessed to have dear and treasured friends. It’s amazing that through the distance and over the years we managed to maintain a special bond and to keep in touch even if our lives lead us on very different paths. For that alone, it was worth every effort we put in…
6 comments:
It sounds like your party was a HUGE success - and your cake sounds and looks delicious! Also - Alessi makes the world's cutest corkscrews. When I am a gazillionaire, I plan to buy them for all my girlfriends. :) As for the no-shows - UGH. I hate that. I'd guess about 6-10 people didn't show up at my wedding after RSVP-ing that they would be there. It's totally rude, especially when you have to pay for each guest's dinner whether they show up or not!
Oooooh glad you had a fab time! It sounds like it was amazing! And dont worry, i say stuff like ''nowadays..'' and ''i remember when there were manners...'' all the time! Boo to the people that didnt go, its their fault they missed a great bash. Dont let them ruin the mood!
Sounds like a blast... and that cake is amazing!
I always find that the relatives that don't show up are the ones I probably don't want there anyway.
gg: I totally agree with you - it is rude and thinking about it one of the MIA people did the same thing at our wedding reception! Go figure!
elf: It was fun! My calves are still sore from all the dancing!
dcmm: Thanks! Good point about the relatives, I'll try to remember that! ;-)
I'm glad it was so fun! That cake looks amazing.
Happy Birthday!!!!
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