30th Birthday

My birthday was the day after the party, and I had to wake up early to go to a primary president's meeting at the stake center. While I was gone, Jerry took the kids to the Dollar Store to pick out gifts for me. They found some great stuff- I got earrings, a notepad, a can strainer, and some gum! My mom, dad, and brother stopped by for the afternoon. We had tons of treats and chocolate cake (thanks, Laura!) leftover from the party, so I didn't make a birthday cake. In the evening, Jerry and I ordered take-out from Olive Garden and watched Inception. It was a great birthday! I am so thankful for my life!

Thirty Going on Thirteen

I have been looking forward to turning 30 for a long time, because it was a great excuse to have a fun party! The theme for my party was "Thirty going on Thirteen." We ordered pizza, ate lots of junk food and candy, played truth or dare, and painted nails. Everyone brought pictures of themselves from when they were thirteen. My friend Deborah brought her massage table and gave everyone massages - she is so awesome! For party favors, I made a mixed CD of some of my favorite songs from the early 1990's. It was a fun party, and I feel so lucky to have so many fun, wonderful friends to share my birthday with.

Jerry's New Car

I wouldn't normally mention a new car, but this was as big step for us, especially since we haven't had a car payment in over 6 years. We finally sold the Nissan Altima after having it for 9 years and putting over 100,00 miles on it! (It had 227,00 total!) Even though it's not the BMW 5 series that he's wanted for forever, it's a major step up, and Jerry is loving the Acura TL! We are grateful for the long hours he puts in commuting and working each day - he deserves it!