What a blessed couple of days!

My birthday was wonderful! Tuesday, I was surprised to find my friend, Rachel, at my door, with her little cutie, Jacob. Her visit was short, but wonderful. Tuesday night, Papa made the BEST polenta I have ever eaten. And it was even better the next day. Mom made "the bowl" for me, which is always fabulous. I got pretty much everything I wanted, including spending time with my family, and even a few surprises. Jen was missed, since she had to work, but she's going out with me and the girls tomorrow night.
Wednesday was very relaxing. At Jazzercise, I tried desperately to work off the polenta and pudding from the night before. My instructor, Loralee, gave me a very cute Jazzercise tank top, and a plaque with a scripture on it, not to mention a low fat, low sugar chocolate pie that was very good. After that, I went home to relax. No studying, no cleaning, nothing. I even took a short nap with Matthew. My friend, Cecelia, made an impromptu visit, which I thoroughly enjoyed. That evening, we had a potluck at my house, with our support group. During the potluck, it actually snowed! It has never snowed on my birthday before! It was beautiful... short lived, but beautiful. The kids all went out and played in it for as long as possible.
Sadly, the snow was gone this morning. I just got back from shopping at Marshalls with the gift card I got from my parents, and having lunch with my Mom. I have started Weight Watchers, with the at-home kit that John got me as a birthday gift. And, yes, I did ask for that. He made sure that's what I wanted before he got it.
It's raining, which usually makes me feel sleepy and moody, but, not today. I am soaring on all the love poured out on me for the past few days. Thank you, my wonderful family. John, Mom, Dad, Papa, Mom Bea, Rob, Rachel, Robby, Matthew, Irene, Rachel C., Cecelia. I love you all so much.