Thursday, August 28, 2014

twenty-eight.

Aunie turns twenty-eight, birthday recap post

Yesterday was my 28th birthday. To be honest, it kind of snuck up one me this year! I loved being 27—27 was my "golden" birthday, and I had always said 27 was going to be my best year. And to date—it was! 27 held a lot of surprises. I joined the Air National Guard, I bought a house, I ran a full marathon, and I spent two months down in Texas for Basic Military Training. 27 just flew by and boy—it was jam-packed. When I realized that my birthday was this week, I was kind of blown away. Where did the last year go? Though it went quickly, it was awesome. I spent the last year becoming a better person and taking steps toward an awesome future. It truly was a great year.

As for 28? I'm ready for it. The number is just a number, but as for what I'm going to experience—that's what I'm excited for. I might not know what 28 has in store... but I'll embrace it as it comes. I made three wishes as I blew out my candle yesterday. One for the future, one that's kind of crazy, and one that's super random. But most of all, my goal is just to live every day. LIVE IT. Have fun, do it with a smile, and just be so grateful for each new day.

Oh—and as I do each year—I suppose I should share photos! This year's celebration was very low-key. Daniel and I threw a small joint birthday party for my mom's boyfriend and me the day before my birthday (which was his birthday). It was so nice! We just had a new patio poured at our home last week, so this was the first time we had people over to take advantage of the extra space. It was great! What a lovely time spent with our loved ones. We spent my actual birthday doing my favorite thing—date night! You just can't beat a chill, laid-back birthday.

Aunie turns twenty-eight, birthday recap post
The party crew.
bright mini peppers
Aunie turns twenty-eight, birthday recap post
Aunie turns twenty-eight, birthday recap post
Aunie turns twenty-eight, birthday recap post
Mister Gregory was so taken with Dobby. He couldn't believe she was real!
Aunie turns twenty-eight, birthday recap post
Aunie turns twenty-eight, birthday recap post
Aunie turns twenty-eight, birthday recap post
Aunie turns twenty-eight, birthday recap post
The best kind of mess!
BMT Memory Book, Basic Military Training Memory Book
A story about this book! It was my memory book from BMT that my mother-in-law made for me. She slaved all summer working on this, and it was the neatest and most precious gift!
BMT Memory Book, Basic Military Training Memory Book
BMT Memory Book, Basic Military Training Memory Book
While looking at this photo (of me running in the BMT 5K) Gregory proclaimed, "Whoa! You look like a man!" Yes, Gregory... yes, yes I did. You've gotta love the true honesty of a first grader.

28—let's see what you have in store. Anyone want to take a guess as to what this next year may hold for me? I'd love to look back and see who was right! Thanks so much for all the birthday love via Instagram & social media. You all are the best!

Past birthday posts: twenty-sixtwenty-seven

25 comments:

Aunie said...

Happy birthday! Looks like you had a great celebration with your family. The memory book was such a sweet idea!

Aunie said...

Happy birthday!! Love your hair & the picture of you & Daniel! :)

Aunie said...

Happy Birthday, I meant to email you yesterday and the day got away from me! I love you sweet friend and I am praying that 28 is filled with so much joy, so many surprises and so much love you can't stand it! I am so proud of YOU!

Aunie said...

Happy Birthday my friend! You look so happy in all of these pictures - 28 is going to ROCK!

Aunie said...

Happy Birthday! I can't believe the glimpses of that scrapbook, very impressive!

Aunie said...

What a wonderful birthday celebration! Glad you enjoyed it. I know you'll love 28. As long as you make the most of it, any age is great. :)

Aunie said...

Happy birthday!

Aunie said...

No kidding! It's a treasure, that's for sure. Thanks Blake!

Aunie said...

Thanks Pamela! I just went a bit lighter :)

Aunie said...

Thank you, Joelle. I agree with you... I'm pretty sure it will be something I always look back on with a full heart!! :)

Aunie said...

Thank you so much, Colleen. You are so wonderful. I value our friendship so much! :)

Aunie said...

Thanks Kat! I totally am... very, very happy! Glad you can see it :)

Aunie said...

You're right! The hair cut was a big deal :) And now I'm back to blonde again, too! Hope you love your new 'do!

Aunie said...

No kidding! Thanks Betsy. It's amazing all the little details she put into it, from my favorite phrases and sayings to things like the cardboard pop-outs for A-10's (the plane we have at our base) and whatnot. It's insane!

Aunie said...

That's what I'm talking about!! Thanks so much, Lindsay!

Aunie said...

Hahaha, "You looked like a man!" Happy birthday!

Aunie said...

I went back to that post and I realized that it was on your 27 bday. Haha. But I am sure I will love my short hair. My long hair is causing nothing but problems. Don't worry, I'll post about it soon. hehe.

Aunie said...

What a wonderful celebration! Family, good food, and good times - you can't wish for better. Happy birthday!

Aunie said...

Oh my gosh, looks like an amazing birthday!

Aunie said...

Happy birthday -- even though your 27th was so awesome, looks like you're gonna make this one even better :)

Quinn
www.Desgettier.com

Aunie said...

Oh gosh. I totally do, each time I'm in uniform :)

/ / Annelise Rowe
www.auniesauce.com

Aunie said...

I agree! My long hair caused too many problems too

/ / Annelise Rowe
www.auniesauce.com

Aunie said...

Thanks so much, KC!!!

/ / Annelise Rowe
www.auniesauce.com

Aunie said...

Thanks Krysten :) it sure was

/ / Annelise Rowe
www.auniesauce.com

Aunie said...

I hope so! It's already off to a great start. Thanks Quinn!!

/ / Annelise Rowe
www.auniesauce.com

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