another year!

yesterday was my 26th birthday! and it was great. my mom came to town Wednesday night and stayed the night, as did my good friend, Dick. It was so great to spend my birthday with two people who mean a lot to me. Wednesday night we watched Marley and Me. amazing movie. definitely a tear-jerker. I had already read the book though, so I knew what was going to happen.

I took the day off work Thursday to spend my birthday with my mom and friends. it was great to have a relaxing day shopping, eating, watching tv, and not worrying about everything else!

and here's a wonderful quote from Marley and Me...

"A dog has no use for fancy cars, big homes, or designer clothes. A water logged stick will do just fine. A dog doesn't care if your rich or poor, clever or dull, smart or dumb. Give him your heart and he'll give you his. How many people can you say that about? How many people can make you feel rare and pure and special? How many people can make you feel extraordinary?"