My birthday yesterday was full of treats. Stephen cooked a lovely breakfast which we ate outside where it was 24 degrees. Skype calls from daughters meant that they could watch me opening their presents. Although the weather forecast was dubious we went to Corsair Bay where I enjoyed frolicking and floating in the water.
Corsair Bay on Lyttelton Harbour
As we headed home the rain started, and I felt sorry for those who’d just been settling in with picnics on the beach. A friend came for afternoon tea, the rain cleared, and we played dominoes and chatted. Later we went to Bailies Bar and Restaurant for a very pleasant meal and social time, then home to watch a DVD of Miss Fisher’s Murder Mysteries. Facebook ensured that I had lots of good wishes from friends, and these combined with e-mails, phone calls, and presents made me feel surrounded with love. Thank you everyone for making it a special day. There are advantages to having a birthday that’s always a public holiday, with plenty of opportunities for fun and relaxation.
“My special day has passed once more
with presents, treats, and fun galore.”
Happy birthday Ruth, it sounds as if it unfolded just as you would wish.
Thank goodness for modern technology, we can keep in touch this way… Many Happy Returns on your Birthday…
It looks like it was a lovely day. Happy birthday for yesterday.
Happy birthday for yesterday Ruth. Reads like a perfect celebration day.
Thank you all for the birthday wishes – it was a good day.
Many happy returns of the day Ruth.
Thank you, OG. It’s lovely to get good wishes from so many e-friends.
Dear Ruth I have been out of range staying with a friend at lake rotoiti near rotorua. Reception was not good although I was thinking of you yesterday. It founds like a lovely day. My friends up at rotoiti gave me an early birthday comets with cake candle and song. Home this evening to babysit marks cat for a week hugs c xx
Carol Galloway Vitae Sent from my iPhone
Carol, good to hear you’ve been holidaying with friends. Enjoy the cat-sitting and have a wonderful birthday. xxx
Many Happy Returns of your special day Ruth. I love Corsair Bay and usually make a habit of going there on new Years Day. Didn’t get there this time, but still might sneak down for a dip. Hope the water was warm.
Fantail, the water was warm and wonderful. I haven’t forgotten about the possibility of our organising a group trip.