another birthday bites the dust...

I've never been much of a birthday person -- it's just another day for me, I often forget throughout the day that it's really 'my' day -- until someone reminds me!

But, after having children and as they get bigger, I realize that celebrating my birthday is more about them than it is really about/for me. I want my children to want to feel special on their important day, I want them to want to celebrate another year...so, in order for them to want it, I have to demonstrate appreciation on my day too.

My birthday fell on the same day as the "Blizzard of 2011" -- a day we won't forget!

Little Brother was sure excited about these candles - can you guess how old I am this year?

Celebrating my birthday is much more fun with these 2 little kiddos!