I'm older and wiser

My brother and I share a birthday. It's so fun! He asked my mom when she was in labor to not have the baby born on his birthday. She knew there was no way stopping it and so asked why. He said he didn't want to have to share a cake. So, we've always had our own cake!

My mom was at my house on my birthday and helped make it wonderful! She watched my babies so I could go exercise with woman at the church. I went to a cookie exchange for Relief Society and got all kinds of yummy cookies. Then, my mom watched the kids and Scott and I ate at an amazing Indian restaurant. Lamb coconut karma...yummy!

We then had presents and cake with my kids. I got Wall-E, Peter Pan, a new swimsuit (it's been 9 years since I bought a non-maternity swimsuit folks!), and a cookbook. More fun recipes to try! I got money from my parents. I have ideas of what to buy but have not decided for sure. I'm in desparate need of new running shoes, so I'll probably get those. I also received tickets to my cousin's a capella concert, and a maternity shirt (I received it a few months ago as an early present. My sister took pity on me because I'm cheap and hadn't bought a really cute maternity shirt).My mom made my birthday cake. We have some unwritten rule that it is unacceptable to make your own cake. She made a fabulous turtle cheeskecake that I've been eyeing the recipe for.

Later, my sister, brother, and brother-in-law all came over for dessert night where we had more cake! Yea for a good excuse to eat a lot of dessert! I just love desserts!

I was able to talk to all my siblings, my cousin, and receive well wishes from other family on facebook.

What a great day!