SUBTLE CHANGE

So I moved a few things around in the family room yesterday, just the couch and two of the chairs mainly.

ABOVE: I took the little couch away from the window and put it there, and then put the two 'extra' recliners by the window, giving the room a more open feel. It does feel bigger and roomier now.

But still a nice 'cosy' seating/conversation area. Now if I'm in the kitchen, no one has their back to me either.

ABOVE:  Both puppies like to lick my feet!  I shall not be discouraging them!
They are slowly getting to know our home.  When I walk them out of the garage, then both run into the family room straight away.  If they deviate, they get all hesitant and back away from unfamiliar territory.

I took Denim into the lounge last night and she didn't like it at all.  Poor girl.

So... today.
I might as well say it... cos someone else will otherwise.  It's my birthday.
59!  Last year in me 50's.  Scary shit that.  I sure in hell don't feel 59!
My body does sometimes, but my mind?  Nah.
In my head I still feel like a 30 year old!
Is that weird?  Do other people feel like that?
*sigh*  

We have no plans for the day.  Just another Saturday really.  Don't expect to even hear from half me kids.  Makes me sad most years, so I'm not going to dwell on it.  Love those who love and care about you is my take on life now.

I have some loving family and some amazing friends, what more could I ask for?

I will probably work on getting those three anchors onto my Nautical Quilt today if nothing else. There was talk of grocery shopping, but seriously, I ain't doing THAT on me birthday!

So I got up, put the puppies outside for a run around, and went in to join Stew and Keera in the family room.

And I got to open my present from Stew and the kids:

ABOVE: It's a lighthouse wine cooler, though in my case it will be cooling Diet Coke!  I am loving this range!  We have a little dog in this line as well.  It's made of old 44 gallon drums.  Love it.

We have visitors... so I will be back later. Having a lovely day.... AND ...  I have heard from 5 out of 6 of my kids.  That's a record!!!

After lunch we had a lovely visit from Jacqui and Martyn and kids from Taurnga.
So a very nice afternoon and evening with them.

ABOVE:  They arrived with flowers and cake, and that cake was super moist and delish!

 ABOVE:  The two little girls having fun walking up and down Martyn's back!  He was so tolerant!

ABOVE:  But when Jacqui thought about walking on him, the wee girls said 'NO'!  lol

ABOVE:  Cake time for ME!  I don't think I have done a cake blowing out photo of me before?  Can't remember, it's always someone else blowing out the candles.  *smiles*

So, it's been a lovely day today.  And tomorrow is going to be fun too.

Time to wind down, and wait for Coronation Street!  lol