yesterday.

it was my birthday yesterday. 

ellie was wonderful. she wrapped herself up like a present (with me watching to prevent any strangulation, of course, so don't think i'm awful) and played nicely all day. even though she wouldn't nap, she sat content in her swing so i could shower.

i was also part of this adorable naptime. picture me, right in the middle:
(oh, and yes, ellie's new favorite toy is her toothbrush. i think that's a good sign?)

when daddy got home, we all went out and i got some cute stones for the necklace i'm slowly putting together (and have been working on since mother's day). i had the letter already - for fowler, of course! i got an amethyst for ellie, a garnet for daddy and a moonstone to match my engagement ring. i still need to find the right peridot for me. oh, and a chain. i spent too much time in one store though. i have to go visit my other favorite shop downtown later. maybe this afternoon? 

judge even left me a present when i got up yesterday. and two more today. he shouldn't have. he really, really shouldn't have. 

the only bad part was trying to come up with a birthday-worthy treat that did not include chocolate. i quickly made a no bake cheesecake with blueberry topping. it was pretty good. i think i might try a better planned confection later this weekend.

oh, and the stars even fell for me. did you know the perseid meteor shower is always on my birthday? i know, right?!

anyway, 24 is sofarsogoooooood.
now i might need some birthday cheesecake for breakfast/lunch. or one piece for each meal?