You‘ve been my friend in history,
Past, present and future,
Girl you know all is true,
Without you I would be indeed so blue.

(and here is my own words)….

You make me laugh,
You make me think,
Through college to childbirth,
You bring me back from the brink.

Let’s continue to get old together,
Let’s continue to joke,
Finding the funny in our families
until the day we croak!

Happiest of birthdays Bou!

2.5 million
In July 1776, the estimated number of people living in the newly independent nation.

311.7 million
The nation’s estimated population on this July Fourth.

Thirty-one places have “liberty” in their names. The most populous one as of April 1, 2010, is Liberty, Mo. (29,149) Iowa, with four, has more of these places than any other state: Libertyville, New Liberty, North Liberty and West Liberty.

Thirty-five places have “eagle” in their names. The most populous one is Eagle Pass, Texas (26,248).

Eleven places have “independence” in their names. The most populous one is Independence, Mo. (116,830).

Nine places have “freedom” in their names. The most populous one is New Freedom, Pa. (4,464).

One place with “patriot” in the name. Patriot, Ind. (209).

Five places have “America” in their names. The most populous is American Fork, Utah (26,263).

7 in 10
The chances that the fresh tomatoes in your salad came from Florida or California, which combined accounted for 71 percent of U.S. fresh market tomato production last year.

Florida
The state that led the nation in watermelon production last year (750 million pounds). Other leading producers of this popular fruit included California, Georgia and Texas, each had an estimate of more than 600 million pounds.

They have more fun facts, these just caught my eye. Happiest of birthdays to the country of my birth.

I was wearing jeans, so you see them as well… looks like I need to buy some more.

Back to hubby… I will be going to publix to buy some food and get him something good to eat for dinner. He may have to wait for a gift. Maybe I’ll do some research on male christmas gift ideas and get him something extra special at Christmas. Though I will need to get him something from the boys today. Sigh. And I will be canceling some appointments we had today. Need to minimize the amount of time on my ankle. It’s going to be rough. That is for sure. But I need time for the kids to get their stuff done and be ready for Daddy when he gets home. Yep. It’s going to be an interesting day!

You brighten up my life
With memories so fond
When I reach out
You always respond

You’re someone I can count on
When I need a helping hand
You’re compassionate and loving
You always understand

Oh yes you have your
Off days too
However those days
Are but numbered few

I’m so thankful to have
A sister like you
There is no other
Who could fill your shoes

Thanks again for being there for me when I need you. Nice to know you’ll always be older!!!! hahahaha. Enjoy!

I cherish the very special bond we have.
You lift my spirit in so many ways.
I celebrate your life; I honor you,
And send to you my love and care and praise.

By Joanna Fuchs

That poems says it quite well. I wish I had thought of it. You are a wonderful addition to my life. You taught me so much and continue to teach me as I get older. I love you mom. Happiest of Birthdays!

That badge with Happy Birthday on it was what we needed for Tot to really get into his birthday. It was hilarious. All the Disney folks started to wish him a Happy Birthday and he started to strut. He then started to strut up to them and tell them he was SIX YEARS OLD. It was worth the whole trip just to watch him. It is wonderful to be young. Life is good.

Seven years. It amazes me. Just this week he walked over and just gave me a hug because he loved me. It melted my heart. He is a wonderfully sweet, kind, considerate child. I hope nothing changes that as he grows. I love him with all my heart and I hope that he understands and feels it all the days of his life. Happiest of life my oldest child.

I fussed over the place the whole time. It was too small, too noisy, too bright for me. Particularly since we had 18 people say yes they would be coming to the party. Now I love being around people… and I can even be around kids… outside. In parks. Not in buildings.

The kids loved it, the other parents thought it was great… I was wiggin out. It was a bounce, arcade kind of place. Here are some pictures while the kids were eating cake:

It was too much for me. No joke. Then the room with the cake… had a ‘snow’ machine and a disco ball and an area for dancing. The kids went nuts over it. I’m sooooo done today. Give me a day or two to get my brain / body back in line.

From morning till night
May your birthday be bright
And nicer than ever before……
And as years come and go
May your happiness grow
And your dreams be fulfilled
Even more

Happy Birthday to you!

Go on over to Bou’s POST HERE and see the pictures and get the information. What a beautiful girl.