Birthday and ball, Those begin with B.
They also pretty much sum up the last week of my life. Some of you might not have been aware of the festivities that were my 26th birthday. I was hoping that if I ignored it, I might not have to dwell up the fact that I am now closer to 50 than I have ever been. It became clear as I drove to wal-mart for some centrum SIlver, and hair coloring that covers grey, that I am being beaten at my own game. The game of age is one I will not win.
"Were you born when there were only horses and buggies mom?" No Mikey. Thanks for asking. My husband even made note that I now have wrinkles. My sister threw a real kink in my day by making sure I knew I Was officially too old to flip my hair when I talk on my cell-phone. Way harsh. (On the plus side, she didn't mention anything about text messaging)
My birthday was spent celebrating at a little Mexican restaurant that we adore. I intended on a quiet evening with the 4 children and Mike. HA. The words "quiet" "4 children" and Mike, will never flow off the tongue in one sentence.
My husband asked the man if they did anything special for birthday's. He mentioned a song, and desert. I figured Fried Ice Cream in exchange for a little birthday serenade was totally worth it. He sort of neglected to mention the part where they bring out the 12 piece Mariachi BAND, and the Sombrero that one would usually use to carry fruit baskets. THey put in on my head and I think, I can say with all honesty the entire restaurant watched Ruth turn 12 shades of red as the large hat slowly become a covering for her face. NO big deal, I thought. There's still the fried ice cream... Turns out Flaun is on the menu for cheap free birthday treats. All that and I got force fed flaun.
To further my birthday weekend fun, my husband invited his parents down to watch the kids. (YEs, they drove 6 hours in a car, to watch my kids, FOR FREE). That. Is grandparent love. We got all gussied up for the "ball". I use that term as loosely as one who has ever attended one of these functions can. It's more like a large buffet line, lots of speakers, and 100 women seeing who has the best cleavage. Being that mine is nothing short of a disaster, I opted for full coverage on the boob front, and fought my war with cute hair.
My intended hair:
, and the actual outcome:
. You're a little miffed too arn't ya? I should have known pictures are a far cry from reality when it comes to getting your hair done. But it was ok. The venue they chose had no air conditioning, so my hair actually had more life than most peoples did before all was said and done.
My dress was not the princess ensemble I had envisioned with my flabby arms pretty much exposed, but mike looked cute. All in all, fun was had by all.
My children love their grandparents, and being away for one last night before Mike leaves wa probably a good thing. It might have ended better if we had not decided to leave Mia at home for 15 hours with my MOther in Law, who assured me, she could handle her.We had a hotel room that my husband had gotten us. Being that Mia has yet to take a bottle, I was a little shocked at the offer, though. She lasted til about 7:30 this morning, and decided to relinquish the feeding responsibilty back to me. So. A bit tired. But glad for the small yet, much needed break I was able to grab.
Other than that. Im still trying to keep my head above water for a few more months while I start packing up the house, and getting used to the idea that I will be living in my parents house for another 15-18 months. I do love them though, so that makes it easier. I still have a RAK to do, so don't go too far, have a few more piles to go through then I can give the gift that keeps on giving. Scrapbook stuff people. THat's what I'm passing out. Thanks for always reading, you guys are great. I promise to be more exciting soon. I bet you can't wait.
You looked beautiful and those shoes are amazing! God love your MIL for taking on Miss Mia! ;)
Posted by: Kelly | September 23, 2007 at 05:26 PM
Happy Birthday! I think you looked absolutely beautiful for the ball. I'm sure your husband was proud to have you on his arm!
Posted by: Katrine | September 23, 2007 at 05:57 PM
you looked gorgeous! you are always exciting to read! thanks so much for always passing on a smile to me...
Posted by: Kristine | September 23, 2007 at 06:27 PM
I think your hair looks wonderful...glad you had a fun weekend and yay for grandparents!!!
Posted by: Krystyn | September 23, 2007 at 06:34 PM
happy birthday ruth! and you two make a gorgeous couple! glad you had a nice evening out together ... i don't think me and my husband have done that in almost a year now. lol!
Posted by: laura vegas | September 23, 2007 at 08:10 PM
Happy Birthday! I absolutley LOVE reading your blog!!! Yes I stalk it It is quite possibly my fav to read! I also had a tough time turning 26, I guess I was thinking it was on the latter side of the 20's....no turning back!!!! Now I will be 29 in a couple weeks....it doesnt get better! Beautiful pics by the way!
Posted by: Ronda S. | September 23, 2007 at 08:16 PM
Sizzlin' hot, girlie! You two look so great together. That may be one of the first pictures I've seen on here of the 2 of you. There's usually a kiddo in there. Hooray for gma and gpa's!! Glad you got some time alone.
Posted by: Tammy H. | September 23, 2007 at 10:42 PM
You are too cute!!
Happy Birthday my friend!!
Posted by: Kim Moreno | September 23, 2007 at 11:39 PM
Awww, you guys look so great! I'm glad you got some time off. Thank heaven for grandparents. oh, and Happy Birthday!
Posted by: Audra | September 24, 2007 at 10:08 AM
You two look hot, hot, HOT! I think your hair turned out better than the photo too :)
Posted by: Julie Hickey | September 24, 2007 at 05:37 PM
Happy Birthday girl!Your hair looked great by the way, it's not easy trying to be a magician when you're just a beautician!Been there done that ;)
P.S.I have a funny little ditty I put on my blog today I thought you would totally get a kick out of,check it out!
Posted by: Becky | September 26, 2007 at 07:30 PM