I missed it yesterday--my THIRD blog-o-versary!
It's been three years of blogging for me, and I can't imagine NOT blogging now that it--and YOU--are such a part of my life.
And happy birthday to me! Today I'm 37.
Oh my, I did it again. I typed 38 and then had to go back and fix it. For some reason, I've been convinced for the past many months that I would be turning 38 today. But my friend Ann pointed out to me that I've been all wrong about that.
So I'm actually A WHOLE YEAR YOUNGER than I thought.
Which, I suppose, is a pretty good gift. Even if it means that despite being a year younger than I thought I was I'm clearly already losing my marbles.
Mom and Dad called and sang to me early this morning. Well, not too early, but early enough. Then Kristen and her family called and sang. It's a Friedenstein thing. (Yes, that's my maiden name. And that's why when anyone asks me if I ever thought about hyphenating, I just snort and roll my eyes. I love being a Friedenstein girl, but I do not miss trying to fit in all on one line when signing a receipt.)
We're off to church here in a bit and then to Mom and Dad's for birthday lunch. I'll go set my camera out to take a picture of my cake. Audrey and Emma spent much of yesterday at Gran and Papa's getting ready for today.
Just had to pop over and wish you a Happy Birthday, too! Hope you have a wonderful day.
Posted by: Kimberly | March 15, 2009 at 08:00 AM
Happy Birthday Joanne! Enjoy the day!
Posted by: Mary @ Simple Things | March 15, 2009 at 08:47 AM
I do that with my birthday as well, always adding a year. I turn 38 this year but for whatever reason I always think its 39 lol.
Happy Birthday to you. Have a wonderful day :)
Laura
Posted by: Laura | March 15, 2009 at 09:27 AM
Happy Birthday! Hope you have a wonderful day!
Posted by: Stephanie | March 15, 2009 at 09:35 AM
Happy Anniversary and Happy Birthday. Enjoy your family today.
Posted by: Kelly | March 15, 2009 at 10:23 AM
Happy Birthday!! And that is funny about you thinking you are older than you are-I have caught myself this year doing it to. I'll be 38 but keeping saying 39. lol
Happy Blog-anniversary!
Posted by: Bobbie Jo | March 15, 2009 at 10:33 AM
Happy birthday! Hope you have a wonderful day!
Posted by: Becca | March 15, 2009 at 10:35 AM
Happy Birthday Joanne! And thank you for your blog...you and it are a blessing!
Posted by: Lina | March 15, 2009 at 11:22 AM
Joyeux anniversaire de Paris, Joanne !
Posted by: Holly B. | March 15, 2009 at 11:28 AM
Any many, many more.
Posted by: Kim Feth | March 15, 2009 at 11:32 AM
Happy Birthday to you!!!! HOORAY!
Posted by: CherryTreeLane | March 15, 2009 at 11:49 AM
Happy Birthday, sweet friend!
Hope you've had a great one!
Posted by: Melissa @ Breath of Life | March 15, 2009 at 01:43 PM
Happy Birthday, darling!!
Love you billions!!
Posted by: Marla Taviano | March 15, 2009 at 01:50 PM
Happy Birthday, Joanne! Thanks for all you do.
Posted by: ginger | March 15, 2009 at 02:34 PM
Happy, Happy Birthday!
And Blog-o-versary.
And congrats on being a year younger. :)
Posted by: Lisa | March 15, 2009 at 02:55 PM
Hapy, Happy, Happy Birthday Joanne!!! May your day be fantastic and full of delicious treats and many good memories made!
Posted by: Allison | March 15, 2009 at 03:25 PM
Happy Birthday to you!!! I hope it's been a fabulous day! :)
Posted by: Leslie | March 15, 2009 at 03:25 PM
Happy Birthday to you!!
So glad I found your blog. It has been a blessing to get to "know" you through your blog!
Hope today was an extra special day:)
Posted by: Tammy S. | March 15, 2009 at 03:36 PM
Yes! Happy Birthday to you dear friend! Sorry I haven't gotten back to you about tea. My kids will be in Spring Break the same time, so I'm hoping we could meet while they're in school. What is your schedule on Monday and Wednesday mornings?
I hope you had a wonderful day celebrating!!
love, jen
Posted by: Jen Schrock | March 15, 2009 at 06:03 PM
Happy Birthday dear Joanne and a big hug across the miles! I'm so thankful to the Lord for you and for your blogs!
Posted by: Lora @ By the Lamp Light | March 15, 2009 at 06:44 PM
Happy Birthday, Joanne. I hope your special day went well. I am also grateful for you Blog....many blessings.
Posted by: Jennifer Medeiros | March 15, 2009 at 06:57 PM
Happy Birthday Joanne,
I am sure you are in bed by now since you are an hour later than here in Oregon...may this year bring you unanticipated joy...to overflowing!
Blessings,
Helen
Posted by: Helen at A Work of Heart | March 15, 2009 at 09:10 PM
Happy Birthday!! Hope it was a great day!
Posted by: Megan | March 15, 2009 at 10:56 PM
Well, since it's the 16th here, Happy Belated Birthday, Joanne! Hope you liked the e-card! (:
And nope, am not a March 15th person. I'm a March 1st! (:
Posted by: Puva | March 16, 2009 at 01:46 AM
Happy Birthday to you. Happy Birthday to you.
Posted by: Vicki | March 16, 2009 at 08:05 AM
Happy Belated Birthday! I hope you had a great day yesterday.
How fun to share a birthday with two friends. That's pretty special!
Posted by: Meredith | March 16, 2009 at 08:16 AM
Happy birthday to you! I'm glad you had a lovely day. Funny about the age thing! I'm turning 24 this year and I still think I am like 22! I think it comes with being in your 20s. You just can't imagine that you're actually getting older. Not a kid any more!
Also wanted to say happy anniversary. I haven't been reading for that long but I wanted you to know how much your blog means to me. Your faith really is an inspiration to me. Your journal entry in the next post is just beautiful.
xx
Posted by: annie | March 16, 2009 at 12:56 PM
Happy Birthday! (late!)
I am a March girl, too. 35 this year. Seems so...adult! ;)
Posted by: Beth Whitney | March 16, 2009 at 08:55 PM
happy birthday. i'm so glad that even though you're not in cal anymore, we can stay in touch.
Posted by: renee | March 22, 2009 at 12:19 PM