Happy Friday, friends! Here are just a 'few' pictures of a birthday party D had for me last Saturday. It was snowy and it was cold but still... 32 of us braved the blustery weather to come out. D knows that I love good food, quality wine, family, friends and lots of pretty so he and my bestie worked hard to create a magical night.
He had it in a local restaurant in one of the private rooms so we were able to move around a bit! I came early as he wanted me to check things out and slowly welcome everyone.
I do apologize in advance for the 1000 pics you're about to view.
My parents and my brother.
My baby brother moved mountains with work and family to get here.
Ten of my family members came from NYC, Pennsylvania and Washington DC. Our house was packed and SO MUCH fun on Saturday and Sunday. We laight so much
I'm owning this 4-0!!
And then after the beautiful appetizers (crab cakes, shrimp, scallops and spinach phyllo), it was time to eat (forgive my iPhone quick shots)
This girl worked so hard to make all this birthday magic come alive! Sidenote, some of these things are from her house!!!
These coconut cake pops were pure magic!
My kids were the only kids there but they had a wonderful time!
Special thanks to Andrea for taking some wonderful shots of the evening. And special thanks to everyone who made it to the end of this very picture heavy post.
We were supposed to be heading to a pub locally with a few friends after but as some of my family was only here for less than 24 hours, we headed home instead and were joined by my two besties and their husbands. We chatted, played games and drank some special adult beverages. I ended up going to bed at 5:30 that night!!! I felt all the love from my nearest and dearest.
D, thank you so much for my party. You did so good!!! I truly appreciate it and you!
Happy weekending, friends!
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Seeing you be so well celebrated fills my heart with joy! Love your dress! You look amazing!! What a memorable way to begin a fresh new decade of life! I enjoyed seeing all of these lovely photos capturing this sweet celebration. Again, happiest of birthday wishes to you, sweet friend! xoxo!
ReplyDeleteTHank you so much, sweet friend. You always say the sweetest things.
DeleteIt looks so amazing! The food and the decor are great. I love your dress. Happy birthday again!
ReplyDeleteThank you! It was a wonderful night!!
DeleteEverything looks so amazing. How wonderful that family came from all over to shower you with love. Truly amazing celebration!
ReplyDeleteI was so pleased so many people came out to celebrate with me. It was a special night for sure.
DeleteHappy Belated Birthday you beautiful girl! So sweet for D to do this for ya. It was so pretty, just perfect! Here’s to your 40’s, they’re gonna be great!
ReplyDeleteThank you, sweet lady. It was a fabulous night for sure!
DeleteWow D did an amazing job! All the cute decor, the pretty cake and other desserts... and you chose the perfect dress to match the theme. Such a huge turnout to celebrate beautiful YOU on your 40th. Cheers to many more!
ReplyDeleteLol, my bestie asked me what I was wearing and I think she amended the decor to suit it. These things matter to us bloggers, you know :-). It was such a snowy day too, we were so thrilled so many people came out.
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ReplyDeleteWhat a great party! $0 looks so good on you!!! That cake and those macaroons - YUM!!! You are one lucky lady to be surrounded by that many people that love you! Happy birthday!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Ann!! It was certainly a special night!
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