On Thursday I turned 28 years old. The number wasn't a big deal to me, because I had thought I was 28 for the past five or six months before July until my dad set me straight and said I was 27. Anyway, now I'm officially 28 years old.
The only thing I wanted for my birthday was time by myself. I know it's a pretty selfish request, but the demands of the three kids, especially one who is incredibly clingy and loud while teething, was setting me on edge.
Brad not only took the day off so I could spend the day doing whatever I wanted, but he also bought me a gift card to my favorite clothing store New York & Company. I spent the morning reading, left for my many errands and leisurely shopping. I do love my children and the often business that comes from having three little ones, but I really enjoy shopping by myself. It's so quiet and I can take my time finding things that fit and look nice and I can comparison shop. It was just marvelous. I came home with several cute new pieces of clothing, a new wallet that just screams "I'm a girl!", and a fun sun hat. I came home with Taco Bell for me and Brad a minute for the children were put in bed for nap. When they woke up I went to my bedroom to finish my sewing project. I listened to my iPod for so long that later in the evening, when I wasn't wearing my headphones, it felt like I had wires hanging out of my ears.
I had a very relaxing day. I was so thankful for my husband's selfless commitment to giving me a special day.
1 comment:
That is the nicest "present" ever! I know I asked for that same gift for many years. God surely blessed you with a kind and thoughtful husband. Oooh, did I just say that out loud? I meant a BIG HUGE DORK!!
I thought of you on your birthday and I'm sorry I didn't call but know, I thought about you. Happy Birthday Janna!
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