Thanks everyone for the bday wishes!! My day was great. We ended up going for a family walk and then I went out to dinner with my friends.
Let me tell you what my dear hubby did for me:
First of all, he baked me a cake, which was my favorite flavor (funfetti vanilla!), so that was pretty perfect. I was so excited to dive into that delicious cake! That's when he realized it was time to hand out cards, so he pulled out his bag from the grocery store with the blank card inside, receipt and all. I looked at the bag, handed it back to him and said "I'm going to leave the room and you are going to write in it, okay?" and this is what he wrote, LOL:
"lets eat cake!"
That's it. No sweet sentimental words of love and affection. Just a straight forward "lets eat cake" from a man that apparently loves cake. LOL.
Really, all I can do is laugh and be happy that he even got me a card!
This actually reminds me of the time that I told him to "woo" me more and he looked me right in the face and said "woo". No enthusiasm, just deadpan "woo". He is such a deep deep man.
....anyway....
I got a couple gifts, including a speedlight for my camera (woohoo), beautiful roses and perfumes with a wonderful scent!. My hubby's gift was cleaning the entire house for the arrival of guests. Kate gifted me with sleeping in till 10 am on Saturday. Now that was seriously the greatest gift EVAH!
What else? Oh yes, my gift to myself was a new lens. Specifically the Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8 that got delivered last week. I'm slimming down my lenses. I don't need quantity, I need quality. Repeat that people. Don't do what I did and buy several $200 lenses, instead save up for a really good lens and use it for a long time. The Tamron is more like a budget friendly standard range zoom lens. Much more affordable than the Nikon version, but not cheap by my standards. Unfortunately that rounds out my "affordable" quality lens collection (the Nikkor 50mm f/1.4, the Tamron 90mm f/2.8 macro and this new lens, the Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8). My next lens is going to be the big hunky, dreamy, creamy, sexy, huge, beastly, amazing, Nikon 70-200mm f/2.8. ::drool:: and it runs for over $2K!!?!!?!!! eeeeek. The cheapo in me about died when I typed that. Photography is so freaking expensive. What in the hell did I get myself in to? I can't stop now either, I am just in LOVE with this hobby. I am obsessed with this hobby. What most people don't know is that I actually fund my own hobby. I'm not going to really talk about that now (or ever), but in order to not feel guilty about spending obscene amounts of cash, I started making my own cash and saving my own cash. Now I am able to have guilt free spending. And no, I'm not standing on the streetcorner stripping, or anything illegal, LOL!! I'm just a good saver :)
My baby also received a box of gifts) Most of all I like to choose and buy toys) So. it was a gift for us both :)
And this is a gift from my dog :)
So what else can I ramble about? OH YEAH!! We went on a date!! A date!! A date!!!
What a glorious thing to say!! We went out together on Friday night. it was fun. It was spontaneous. It was a little dangerous. Ahhh date nights are the best. Must do more of those ASAP.
So that was my birthday! Fun times had by all!!
So I'll end this post with a story of a dashingly handsome man. The guy that I love and adore, who I think is both charming and annoying at times. Who always tells me to go to bed and then wakes me up way too early with a pot of coffee. Who would lose his keys/wallet/left arm if I wasn't around to remind him where he put them. Who laughing at my horrible impressions (because I do a lot of impressions). Who will frolick with me in the rain and then tell me that I might be insane. Who kicks my ass into gear, particularly business related. Who tells me that I can do anything. Then reminds me that I can't cook. Who tells me he hates to dance, but will dance with me anyway. Who gets excited about new light fixtures for our house. Who laughs when I'm mean or irritated. Who teases me for the fun of it. Who refers to my parents as "mom and dad", because its natural to him.Yep, he's the best. I <3 my hubby.
Hi @tanata. My birthday was March 1, but I just celebrated it last night. We are almost birthday twins . hehehe
It seems like you had an amazing day for your birthday. Your husband cleaning the house for the guest and kids letting you sleep in till 10. Which brings out a question when do they usually wake you up is 10 is sleeping in? lol
I am happy to see you spent your birthday surrounded by love and the people you love. Have fun taking some amazing pictures with your new camera and we are looking forward to more of those photos. :)
Have an amazing day. Thank you for sharing your birthday with us here on Steemit. :)
Oh, thank you for the wonderful comment) Usually I get up at 9 am, it's very early for me)) Yes, you're right, the husband was trying) Thanks for the congratulations! I also congratulate you on your birthday and wish you all the best!
You are more than welcome. And, now reading back through my comment I actually did not congratulate you a birthday. lol
So just to add that up as well. Happy Birthday to you and I wish you all the amazing things this life can offer. Another year full of love, smiles, and pure happiness. And, yes maybe little more of 10 am sleeping in day's. lol
Thank you for my birthday wish as well. Have an amazing day. :)
@happy birthday @tanata...... its 3rd march and also my birthday. but i am just 26 this march. 6 years younger than you... :/
and as you describe its a wonderful moment to be with family. but its sad for me my family is very far from me and the wishes at 12 o clock today. i actually miss them today. but. what to do....
happy birthday again.
Sorry to hear that you are far from your loved ones. But this is temporary) Thank you very much for your congratulations)
thank you too also... And yes . I wish I could spend some times with my beloved ones.
Happy Birthday, tanata!!! :)
It sounds like you had a great one. I hope you are able to save up soon for that nice camera lens you want. You already post great pics with the gear you have!
Very nice to hear it from you! Thank you for your continued support!
Wishing you a happy birthday, I have heard that womens dont discuss their age, well its the first time I have heard it from one, also you have got a lucky man, making a cake for you having the flavour you love. Once again happy birthday.
I like my age, I see no reason to hide it) Thank you for congratulations!
I also think their is no reason to hide your age. Wish you a happy and prosperous life
More than anything else what I liked is that you are happy with your birthday.
Most people expect a lot, plan parties or outings and get disappointed when something goes wrong.
Happiness is indeed in satisfaction. A simple day with our loved ones can also be special.
Cheers and belated wishes for your birthday.
I missed one thing, you look pretty with those flowers.
I got the day I dreamed of. It's really wonderful) Thank you for your kind words!
hey hey happy birthday! glad you had such a great time. . . this made me laugh. ..
KILLER -- what we do for tech and hobbies eh? :)
Yes, it really can look ridiculous))
Happy birthday with a bit of delay :) Glad you had a good day!
Thank you) It's never too late to do))
Congrats my dear @tanata😁👏👏Happy Birthdayyyy!!!
Thank you for your congratulations! It's very nice for me!
Happy birthday @tanata.
First of all how was the cake??
Honestly, I was thinking that you are 25-28 years old..
Congrats for having such loving and caring Hubby :)
Thanks, the cake was wonderful)) Yes, in the photos I really look a little younger)
Not a little @tanata, A lot is better
Happy birthday! Just randomly found this post on new and wow, it was refreshing. I was starting to get a little worn down by what else was in there. And it sounds like you have a great hubby.
You are absolutely right! Thank you so much :)
happy birthday! hahaha cleaning the house is the top sign of love :p
It's true) For me, for sure)
Happy Birthday to you @tanata
You husband really loves you alot who take care of yours and remember your Birthday.
A baking of cake clearly shows his love towards you.
Your hubby gift is very unique.
Your daughter gifts are lovely and your pet gift is amazing.
God Bless you.
Looking like u had a great day.. Meanwhile your hubby is a deep guy... And of course happy birthday...
Yes, this is really true) Thank you!
That's quite a birthday you've had..
Happy birthday , have a great day :)
Thank you for congratulations!
Happy birthday @tanata.
May you always healthy and successful in every side. Warm regards to you from me @musdar508
Many thanks for congratulations!
С Днем Рождения!
Oh, thank you very much for congratulations!
Happy Birthday my dear friend!)
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU
I AM ALSO 32 TODAY
Congratulations!
Вау! Поздравляю с днем рождения!))
Спасибо большое)
Happy Birthday
Thank you for your congratulations!
Wow lovely photography iappreciate your life thanks for sharing this busy....
Thanks a lot!
Wishing you a very happy birthday steemmate.
Beautiful pictures..
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most welcome my dear friends..
Happy Birthday!!!
Wow.. your photo very beautiful.. I appreciate your life...
thanks)
beautiful photography.looks very beautiful.
Many many returns of the day
Happy birthday dear @Tanata!
Beautiful family)
Wish you more amazing shots and spring in your soul!
Good luck;)
Пускай и поздно, но я все равно поздравляю с Днем рождения, пусть все желания всегда сбываются.