A Wonderful Birthday Week


Thank you to friends and family for making my birthday such a special event this year. I'm feeling very loved and very thankful. God has graced us with Spring here and I'm so thankful to see the sun and all the gorgeous new blooms adorning the outdoors. I have laughed with family and friends and eaten the most delicious foods. Thank you for loving on me!



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