30

As of yesterday, I am officially no longer in my 20's...that's right...I am 30 and believe it or not I am loving every minute of it. I don't miss my 20's...the "growing up," the "living and learning." Now, I am just enjoying. I am soaking up every second that life gives me with the people I love. I'm taking things slower, savoring simple moments, and appreciating where I am in my life. 30 is good!

As I have mentioned before, we have birthday weeks in the Edgin home. My week started off with a bouquet of gorgeous flowers delivered to me at work from my two boys on Monday. Tuesday was followed by this note on my desk with donuts waiting for me when I arrived at work...

"To a great wife who deserves the world, but her husband can only afford 2 doughnuts and a drink. Love, Hubby" Yeah, it melted my heart. I pretty much have the best husband in the world.

Wednesday evening Hubby took me out and we enjoyed a cozy little dinner. My wonderful mother-in-law (Mama Ma) got in on the Birthday Week action as well. You see, the majority of my inlaws live out of state and we don't get to see each other near as often as we would like. So, this blog has helped us bond and for them to get to know their daughter in law a little more. She decided to have a theme to this milestone birthday and base the majority of my gifts this year were from my If I were post. So, on Wednesday I received a card with a Sonic gift card so I could get multiple sweet teas that I absolutely adore. You are thinking awesome, aren't you? Just wait...it gets better.

Thursday brought another surprise morning drink from my love and then a bouquet of red gerber daisies from my mother in law and family in Wyoming. The card read, "Day 2 of your special birthday week - a vase of red gerbers because of their sheer beauty and also we know your grandmother would want you to have them on this special year. Don't be sad though, instead celebrate this special milestone by remembering all the funny moments with her. Love from Wyoming."

The tears flowed! She was so right and knowing she knew just how much Nanny meant to me was overwhelming. I couldn't thank her enough for including her in this special day.

Friday Josh had a bus full of students sing Happy Birthday to me and then 30, yes 30 balloons arrived at my work from the fam in Wyoming to mark my big day that was approaching and so they could poke fun at the fact I am now sprinting toward that proverbial hill. :)

We ended the evening with dinner at Old Chicago Pizza and a little shopping...ahhh...what a day!

Saturday was a relaxing day of college football (another Edgin fave!) and Hubby got my favorite wine (Moscato) to enjoy with dinner. The family in Wyoming surprised again with a Woodwick candle in Honeysuckle scent. It is the scent I would be if I were one and oh the memories that just flood my mind. I truly lose myself in that sweet southern fragrance.

Sunday was the day. Hubby attempted to make my favorite cake (Sock-it-to-Me), but then wax dripped all over it as he was lighting all the candles. A+ for effort though, Babe! Hubby really went all out this birthday and made sure I felt extra special...he is the definition of awesomeness if you didn't already know. Our little family then headed out to see the new movie, Megamind and then went out for pizza. I couldn't ask for a more relaxing birthday with my boys. Mama Ma left my last gift as well which was money to buy a new pair of shoes! Can a girl get any luckier? Every girl loves a new pair of shoes...especially on her birthday! Plus, if you know me, you know I shopped the sales! I found these cuties...



I also received numerous cards and birthday calls, texts and wishes. I want to give a shout out to my parents too who always find the perfect card and allowed me to do a little more shopping! They know me so well! I really was spoiled this year, not only on my birthday but all year long with the love and support I have received from so many.

How could a girl not be happy with these two handsome boys in her life? 30 is good!