You Say it's Your Birthday? It's My Birthday Too Yeah! ~ Our Suburban Cottage

Friday, May 22, 2009

Yep, it's my birthday. I LOVE birthdays...even though I'll be working most of the day and then packing like a crazy person tonight, I still love a day where you can have whatever you want for dinner (Mexican food in my case) and eat chocolate cake without remorse.

I just had to share what my sweet son did for me this morning. I walked out of my bedroom and he had taped notes all over the house wishing me a Happy Birthday. Some of them are pretty funny (oh, and please disregard the penmanship).

"Happy Birthday Mom! 33"

I think this one's my personal fave. It made made me laugh out loud. It's like a birthday wish and a glimpse at my tombstone at the same time!

"Today is AnNicole's Birthday (or the best mom in the world)." I swear I didn't secretly write these myself.

"Happy Birthday to the lady that always makes awesome breakfast on Sunday." Which is nice considering the whole blue cheese omelette fiasco last Sunday.

"Happy Birthday for the woman that is always more than eager to watch tv with me." Hmmm...is that a good thing?

He even did one from the dog. Which is also a friendly reminder to fill her food and water dishes before I leave.

"I hope you have a great birthday! Love, Matthew" Ok - that makes my heart melt!

I hope you all have a great Memorial Weekend (in the U.S.), and remember to tune in next week for some great guest posts. I'll see you in a week!

40 Suburbanites Said:

brooke said...: this definitely makes for the best birthday i am sure...how sweet!; May 22, 2009 at 11:23 AM
Debra Lea said...: Aww that is so sweet and thoughtful!! have a wonderful Birthday!! :0); May 22, 2009 at 11:38 AM
Amanda @ Serenity Now said...: How sweet! Happy Birthday!! :); May 22, 2009 at 11:40 AM
gina said...: Those are so sweet! Lucky girl- you have a great birthday and a long weekend over which to celebrate. :) Happy Birthday!; May 22, 2009 at 12:34 PM
Stacey @ The Blessed Nest said...: That's so sweet! Here's wishing you the happiest of happy birthdays!! :); May 22, 2009 at 12:35 PM
B and J said...: What a sweetie! Happy Birthday!; May 22, 2009 at 12:44 PM
Shelley said...: What a thoughtful son! I especially like the duct tape touch - so like a boy. . . Have a very Happy Birthday.; May 22, 2009 at 1:25 PM
Ashlee said...: Happy Happy Birthday!!; May 22, 2009 at 1:41 PM
Anonymous said...: Happy Birthday!! You are a youngin...I am old enough to be your mama!! Love your style!

LeAnn; May 22, 2009 at 1:42 PM
Angie said...: Happy Birthday!!! I just found your blog a few weeks ago and I love it! All of your home projects are great, such an inspiration!! I hope you have a wonderful day!!; May 22, 2009 at 2:16 PM
southerninspiration said...: You are raising that boy right, and he will make a great husband some day!!! those are precious wishes!!!
Happy Birthday and I hope you have a fabulous day!

Suzanne; May 22, 2009 at 2:41 PM
imjacobsmom said...: Sweet, sweet Sweet! Your a lucky Mom to have raised such a sweet boy! Happy Birthday! ~ Robyn; May 22, 2009 at 2:59 PM
Precision Quality Laser said...: How precious! Don't sons just steal your heart sometimes? :)

My younger son's birthday is today too! Happy Birthday!; May 22, 2009 at 4:11 PM
Thrifty Decor Chick said...: Oh AnNicole, that is the sweetest!! What a great present. Happy birthday to you!!!!!! And have FUN!!!; May 22, 2009 at 4:46 PM
Gena said...: So adorable. I hope you have a wonderful Birthday!; May 22, 2009 at 8:55 PM
Tricia said...: Happy, Happy Birthday!
So cute! I actually have to tell you that I think the duct tape holding the signs is my favorite part. Seriously. My kids have been known to tape things up with bandaids, medical tape, you name it.
Have a great weekend!
*Tricia; May 22, 2009 at 10:55 PM
Torey said...: Looks like you have the best son in the world. I loved those notes.:)
I also turned 33 this week. Glad to see I'm not the only one. I feel old. :)
Happy Birthday.; May 22, 2009 at 11:37 PM
Xazmin said...: That is the best...what a sweetie! LOL at the tombstone one...I was cracking up!

Hope you had a wonderful birthday!; May 23, 2009 at 12:59 AM
Unknown said...: How adorable. These gifts really pull at a Mom's heart.
You have a great Memorial Day weekend. Our weekend starts at 3PM Sunday!
Oh, don't forget to stop by and respond to my latest question. Betty or Veronica ~ Who should Archie marry?; May 23, 2009 at 8:10 AM
michelle said...: That's such a great idea! My birthday is Monday (Memorial day), and I'm sure my husband doesn't have this idea, but at least I could do it for him on Father's Day! Hope you had a great day!; May 23, 2009 at 9:06 AM
Melissa @ The Inspired Room said...: Happy Birthday!! What a sweet post.; May 23, 2009 at 1:51 PM
Amber Filkins said...: So sweet. Happy Birthday! Hope you have a good one!; May 23, 2009 at 1:59 PM
Erika said...: SOOOO sweet!!! What a great boy you have, sounds like he is very thankful that you are his mother! Enjoy your Birthday weekend!!!

Today is my hubby's birthday...FUN!; May 23, 2009 at 4:00 PM
Karla said...: Tell me all your secrets for raising a boy like that! ;) What a doll!!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!! And have a GREAT trip! "See you" when you get back!

~Karla @ It's The Little Things...; May 23, 2009 at 7:48 PM
Julie@beingRUBY said...: What a wonderful way to start your birth-day!!
Happy Birthday... 33 was my favourite year! I haven't aged a year since!; May 24, 2009 at 6:52 AM
Suzann said...: Happy Belated Birthday.; May 24, 2009 at 8:14 AM
Jen said...: Too sweet!; May 24, 2009 at 10:36 PM
Unknown said...: Happy Birthday! These photos would make a terrific scrapbook page.; May 25, 2009 at 10:07 AM
Laurel @ Ducks in a Row said...: How very cute - have a fabulous birthday. I'm a 1976er too!; May 25, 2009 at 11:39 AM
Tricia said...: Hi AnNicole,
I know you're out of town, but when you get back stop on by my blog. I have a blog award for you.
Have a fantastic week! Enjoy your trip as much as you can (even with work). ;)
*Tricia; May 25, 2009 at 10:52 PM
Angelina said...: I love the "tombstone" one, it really gave me a laugh! Kids can be so darn funny!; May 26, 2009 at 8:34 AM
Victoria said...: Wow, what a sweetie you have! Those signs are just precious.; May 26, 2009 at 2:01 PM
Jessica said...: What a sweetie!
Happy belated bday!; May 26, 2009 at 2:57 PM
www.thewhitefarmhouse2.blogspot.com said...: What a thoughtful thing for your son to do for you. You have raised him right! Cudos to you! I hope your day is everything you want it to be and the upcoming year the best to you.; May 26, 2009 at 6:55 PM
Jennifer DeDonato said...: Those are awesome...I love stuff like that.; May 26, 2009 at 11:17 PM
Anonymous said...: That is the sweetest thing ever! Reminds me of my little one (age 5), I received 4 Mother's Day cards from him. He also tells me I am the bestest cook, ever! When we dine out he always tells me my food is better than whatever restaurant we are eating at. Boys & their momma's. sigh.; May 28, 2009 at 3:17 PM
Rebecca said...: That really touched my heart! What a fortunate and well loved Mom you are! Congratulations on raising a thoughtful son, and as a mom of a little girl who I pray will one day find such a man, Thank you!; May 31, 2009 at 4:36 PM
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