Today is my birthday which means I need to update my Blogger profile. I'm a year closer to reaching my 40's but I don't feel a day over 25!. I recently got my hair cut and updated my wardrobe with some of the latest trendy styles and have been receiving plenty of comments these past few days. So it's been a nice boost to the ego! It's also excited to see that my Site Meter reading has reached 5555 visitors. That's pretty awesome! And I have you, my readers, to thank for keeping me motivated. I am surprised I've stuck to blogging for as long as I have and it's been rewarding on so many levels. Not only have I had the amazing opportunity to review some great products and host some awesome giveaways, I've also been able to record special memories as a mother to two amazing kids.

The card my husband picked out was an ode to mothers and ended with a "Thanks for all you do!" So sweet! I really had a great day, even though it was a bit overshadowed by the absence of my late father-in-law, who was the kindest man I've ever met and was always happy to celebrate such occasions. I will never forget the way he swept me off my feet on my wedding night. That man could dance! It's been a difficult year for a lot of close family and friends so I'm reminding myself to enjoy what life has to offer and to embrace each day as a blessing.