Thursday, February 26, 2009

Meet Alice

I didn't get off work early today but I did leave on time for once. Thomas met me at the Outback Steakhouse in Denton and we enjoyed my favorite Alice Springs Chicken. I thought everyone knew what that was, ha. It's their fabulous chicken with mushrooms, bacon and cheese. Good stuff!

After dinner, we headed back to the house. When I pulled into the garage, I noticed some little happies hanging by the door. Thomas really is a very thoughtful person, especially to me.



There were also some happies in the kitchen! AND some yummy cupcakes!



It's been a wonderful birthday! Throughout the day, my phone was burning it up with texts and emails full of warm wishes. It was fun receiving those, thanks everyone for making my day!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEANA!!

Happy Birthday to my lovely wife and best friend.
Hope you Birthday is awesome!!

I love you, Deana!!

Wednesday, February 25, 2009

You're how old?

A birthday is just the first day of another 365-day journey around the sun. Enjoy the trip. ~Author Unknown


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I've been prancing around as the Birthday Girl since the weekend but tomorrow's finally the big day. I'm going to work tomorrow at 7 am in hopes that I can get off early ... Thomas is taking me to the Outback for dinner. It was my choice and Alice Springs has been wanting me to stop by.~

I always give my mom a gift on my birthday, it's been a tradition with us for many years. This year we were able to go shopping together for her little happy and that was very special. Enjoy it Mom, Happy Birthday!

Sunday, February 22, 2009

Just the girls



Jeans,

flip flops,

and pedicures.


Chatting,

laughing,

and togetherness.

Saturday, February 21, 2009

Night out

We met at the Buca di Beppo for my birthday dinner tonight. Thomas had reserved the famous table in the kitchen for us. We were able to watch them cook while we ate. Plus, they would stop by and show us all the entrees before they were delivered to other guests.





This was the view from our table. That's Chef Bob who barked orders to the other chefs all night.



Delicious family style food.



After dinner, they brought a candelabra and lots of red velvet cake. The best part was the waiters that came by to sing "Happy Birthday."





There were presents too...the first 3 seasons of Lost on DVD!

Friday, February 20, 2009

Anxiously waiting



It's finally the weekend! My parents are on their way up to spend the weekend with us for a birthday celebration. I just realized that since my actual birthday is Thursday, I'm going to get to celebrate all week long!

Happy Friday,
Deana

Wednesday, February 18, 2009

You might be adopting from China if ...




...you know that I-600 & I-171 aren't highways.

...you've been expecting a baby for over 3 years.

...you understand that it's 2006 in some parts of the world.

...you've "paid for" 3 citizenships, but never brought anyone into
the U.S.

...you know that waiting for China has nothing to do with Dillards or
dishes

...your homestudy is followed by a number (i.e. #3 or #4)

...you never know how many days next month will have

...you know that babies come in batches

...you've been fingerprinted four times, but never committed a crime

...you automatically assume everyone who is expecting is having a girl

...you own new clothing in 3 little sizes for all 4 seasons (because
you don't know when or how big)

...you look twice when you see a lady bug

...you're more interested in what will happen in March 2006 than in
March 2009

...you know people who understand when you talk about 2 day months &
5 day months

...your due date hasn't changed by days, but by years

...you know who the Rumor Queen is ... AND ... you don't know who she
is

...you know that forecast doesn't have anything to do with the weather

...you've waited so long, they re-checked your fingerprints to see if
they changed

...trying to understand why they're printing you again, you study
your own fingerprints and wonder if fingerprints grow wrinkles

...when you speak of "that time of month" you're talking about CCAA
updates & referrals

You might be adopting from China if you love someone you've never met
with all your heart.


by Margaret Leigh
LID 3-27-06