Eighty-two!!!

Yup, just celebrated my 82nd birthday.  My birthday landed on Monday this year and the next morning I was off to the temple.  I couldn't help but reflect, while in the temple, how I have been blessed in so many ways.  God is everywhere I look, absolutely everywhere.  His fingerprints are all over those little things that I sometimes take for granted.  None of them are from my planning or thoughts.  He is in Lynda Ann's  voice who checks in on me every day and reminds me that she loves me.  He is in Tucker's voice when he asks me how my day was. He is in the flowers and salt and pepper shakers sent by thoughtful granddaughters.  He is in the rainbows that arch over the Wasatch Mountains.  I am overwhelmed by His love in the everyday moments of my life. 

For some reason, this birthday was momentous for me.  Not that I can put my finger on any one thing but the circle of love that surrounds me from my mother, sisters, children and grandchildren and my Heavenly Father.  I am truly blessed.

Lynda Ann brought dinner in on Sunday.  We had a delicious roast beef dinner with potatoes, gravy and all the trimmings.  Those present were:  Jeffrey, Annie, Mallory, Abby, Andrew, Tucker and me and Neal.  It was a fun group.  After dinner we played Tellastrations and Clean Slate.  Abby was clearly the artist followed closely by Tucker.  Both very fun games that provided lots of laughs. 

Annie gave me a Spin Mop for my birthday.  There is a story behind both the gifts she gave me which will be recorded later.  I was soooo excited for this Spin Mop.  Can't wait to use it on my floors.

She also gave me a Shop-Vac.  This fits into the story that will follow at a later blog entry.  So very excited about both gifts.  I've already used the Shop-Vac.  

Sweet note I got from Abby with salt and pepper shakers and cookies.  I was so happy that she was in town working with her guide dog puppies and their trainers.  What a blessing to have her here for my birthday celebration.  

Abby always remembers that I LOVE these Vienna Finger cookies.  And the Kisses Salt and Pepper Shakers are absolutely darling!

Could they be any cuter?!!!

A very special note from Jamie.  I sure do miss her.

Tucker came through with about 6 cases of Hint.  I love this tuff and he keeps me well stocked with the flavors that I like best.

Emmi sent me this beautiful bouquet of flowers with a Happy Birthday balloon attached.  She is far away from us but always remembers special days in my life.

As I stated above, I felt surround by love from above, beyond the veil and those around me.  Thanks to all for making my 82nd birthday such a special day!  Love you all!!!