25 and a whole lotta drama

I am now 25.
25 - responsible, sophisticated and looking like a mom.
Or so I thought.
I still got a dirty look at the grocery store today from an older lady.
Maybe because Caleb's face was dirty and he was shoeless...
And Gabriella was wearing shoes but she was talking louder than necessary...

Maybe being 25 doesn't mean that I look like an adult quite yet...

Regardless I had a wonderful birthday.

Michael and the kids woke me up late ( 8:30 a.m.) with cards and my favorite flowers. Daises. We ate a huge breakfast of bacon, eggs, and hash browns. It was delicious. I wish I could eat like that every morning. But Michael works early mornings and there is no way I am cooking all that in the a.m. !

About 20 mins later I was back in bed. In intense pain. My stomach felt like someone was gutting it with a knife. Seriously. I thought I was dying.
Like my description? Gabriella did. This is what she told her auntie:
"Tia, somebody put a knife in my mommy's tummy"
Ooops. I really need to start censoring my mouth!

The most touching part about this pain, was Gabriella and Caleb ministering to me. They took turns praying , and blessing me. Caleb climbed into the bed and snuggled. Afterwards he found a brush to comb my hair. Bella ran to find me blankets, and water, and coffee creamer. She even read me her own version of Cinderella. Cute. I did eventually feel better. And didn't have to call 911 like I was thinking. I am known to be somewhat of a hypochondriac. You would think that I would recognize monthly cramps after all these years!

For lunch we went to Big Bowl. One of my favorite places to eat. We have never taken the kids before, but I heard that it was rated very kid friendly so we decided to bring them. It was fun.
That was until Caleb tried some of Michael's curry , before we realized that there was PEANUTS in it. Thankfully he ended up spitting out the tiny bite of rice and sauce. But even that caused a hive reaction around his face, and his belly. We rushed home and gave him Benedryl that calmed down the rash . This is only his second exposure to peanuts and each time he has reacted like this. I feel bad for the little guy. We are taking him to an allergist soon.

That afternoon Gabriella had her turn for tears and prayer. Waking up from her nap she vomited all over the place. ( I think it had something to do with the 5 pieces of bacon she consumed for breakfast) Poor thing- she was miserable.

Sarah and Rubens came over later bearing lots of food and flowers. They made us cookies, and set up a feast of cheese, fruit, and chex mix. I am very thankful to have friends like them. I was trying to avoid a celebration but they didn't want to miss out being with me. They are great! THANK YOU- you make me feel so loved!

For dinner ( as if I could eat MORE!) we went to Michelle and Chris's house for homemade french fries, rice, and salad. Weird combo. But it was what I requested. Chris called me the side dish girl. :) And Michael said it was a girly meal.

As if my day wasn't full enough ( of food) we had cheese cake for dessert! Yum. I have left overs in my fridge. Come and eat it!

Along with the drama this year, I got some wonderful gifts: A pretty red rice maker from C&M. A pretty green and purple dress from Mom2 and Dad2. Pretty purple flowers from S&R. A Starbucks coffee mug and guilt free $20 to spend from my love. So fun.

I love my birthday and this one was no exception. thanks to all of you who made the day so special!