Happyyyyy Fridayyy!
Thank you SO MUCH for all of the birthday wishes yesterday, everyone! You guys sure know how to make me feel special. It really was a great day, so I figured rather than go the usual Fun Facts route today, I’ll just give a little recap of my special day.
The day started off with my free b-day beverage at Starbucks (can’t beat that!) and followed with a pretty low-key morning at work. I went and got a shellac manicure on my lunch hour (switched it up from the pedi, for now), grabbed some turkey chili from Panera for lunch, and when I got back to work I had this yummy surprise waiting for me!
My parents sent me an Edible Arrangements basket with the sweetest card attached to it. I was totally surprised!
The afternoon went by pretty quickly and I managed to coerce a few of my co-worker pals to come visit me and help me make a dent in that fruit basket. ;)
When I went to pick up Lucas after work, I had a special card waiting for me from “him.”
Best homemade card I’ve ever received.
Once I got home from work, I noticed that I had some more yummy (not birthday related, but I’ll pretend anyways) goodies waiting for me. One box came from Food Should Taste Good and included some of their new flavors of chips. Umm, guacamole chips? YES.
I’d already seen a few other bloggers mention them and word on the street is that they’re pretty fantastic.
The other box came from popchips and, well, let’s just say I’m pretty well stocked on those for a while now.
Looks like I’ll be snackin’ happy, right? Yum!
Lucas went down for a nap shortly after we got home, so I enjoyed a little quiet time until the hubby came home. The two of us chatted for a while about our days, and then he surprised me with my birthday gift…
I had mentioned briefly at one point that I would love a piece of jewelry with Lucas’s birthstone (a ruby) and he was certainly listening! I am totally in love with my new ring but right now I have to wear it on my pointer finger until I can get it sized…hopefully we can make it out this weekend!
Around 5:30pm, we popped open some bubbly.
And man, let me tell you…it was tastin’ goooooood last night. I may or may not have wound up with a pretty decent little birthday buzz.
My brother wound up stopping by to visit, so I let him have some “uncle” time with Lucas and he took care of feeding him dinner.
The two of them were too cute. Lucas wasn’t quite sure what to think of having uncle Dan feed him at first, but he quickly realized it was cool and went to town on his avocado and sweet potatoes. :)
Once the little man went to bed, it was time for some dinner! Jay worked so hard on making this Risotto with Chicken and Spring Peas dish, and seriously guys, it tasted SO. FREAKIN. GOOD.
It was a bit different of a risotto than what I’ve been used to before, but I absolutely loved it. It had the most amazing flavor! He served it with some simple roasted asparagus which was just as tasty.
And, of course, there was a special birthday dessert to be had…
Cupcakes! Jay picked up four of these monster cupcakes (seriously, they’re jumbo sized if you couldn’t tell from the photo) from a local bakery, J&S Watkins. It was the first time I’d ever had anything from there but WOW. Delicious.
Him and I each split the red velvet and lemon cake with raspberry buttercream (incredible), and while I was absolutely stuffed by the time I was finished, it was worth every single bite.
So yeah, that’s pretty much a recap of my first day in my 30’s! It wasn’t anything too wild and crazy but I loved everything about it…especially just being able to be with my boys.
Hehe, you like that grey color scheme we had goin’ on? Grey cozies was the name of the game last night. ;)
Here’s to hoping everyone has a great weekend ahead! Jay and I have a night out tonight for his company party and word on the street is that there’s something fun happening tomorrow too, so we’ll see what’s happening!
I’ll catch you cool cats later!
Erica { EricaDHouse.com } says
What a great looking birthday! Those cupcakes look delicious, and that ring is just gorgeous. Well done, Jay!
Holly @ EatGreatBEGreat says
Aw, what a great birthday! Jay definitely has good taste…that ring is gorgeous! Those cupcakes look fantastic, and the homemade birthday card from Lucas is adorable!
Alaina says
Looks like such a wonderful birthday Courtney! I’m very much looking forward to turning 30 this March. I’m ready for a new decade! And a new age bracket when I race. ;-)
Ashley @ My Food N Fitness Diaries says
Awww, that’s my version of the perfect birthday right there! I’m so glad that you had such a special day. You have so many people in your life that love you so much! Major props to Jay on the beautiful ring!
Paige @ Your Trainer Paige says
That sounds like a perfect birthday to me! Courtney, you are so surrounded by love! :) <3
Katie @ Talk Less, Say More says
Looks like such a fun birthday! And really, who doesn’t love a good mani to celebrate? :)
Jana @ Happy Wife Healthy Life says
Looks like you were spoiled on your birthday! (As you should be!!) that birthstone ring is so gorgeous and such a thoughtful gift! I received an edible arrangements from my parents on my 19th birthday. I was still in the dorms at college so it was fun to share with everyone! :)
Traci says
Lucas is too darn cute! Happy belated birthday!!
Sam @ Better With Sprinkles says
What a fantastic birthday! That ring is so gorgeous, and definitely thoughtful. And of course, the card is just precious ;-)
Christy says
Happy 30th!! Welcome to the club! I see so much of your brother in Lucas. Their pic together in this post is adorable.
Ali says
Happy Birthday! That ring is beautiful! Cheers to a great husband who listens:)
Ashleee@hisnhers says
What a great way to bring in your 30th year! I hope you had a wonderful day! Happy Birthday!
Melanie @ Beautifully Nutty says
Such a sweet and personal gift from your hubby. It is absolutely beautiful. Such a perfect way to celebrate your birthday (minus the work part of course)!
FitBritt@MyOwnBalance says
What a great birthday! You hubby is so sweet and that card from Lucas is adorable. I kind of teared up a bit!
Danica @ It's Progression says
Your new ring is beautiful!! I’m glad you had a great birthday!
Kristen @ notsodomesticated says
Aw I’m so glad you had such a special birthday! I love the idea of getting jewelry with your baby’s birthstone. Since Addie was born in April, her birthstone is diamond … ;) Hmm …. haha!
Brigitt says
Sounds like the perfect birthday!! Glad you enjoyed it! :)
Laura says
Yay! That sounds like the perfect birthday celebration. Way to go Jay!! That ring is beautiful. Your family is so cute!! Happy Friday!!
Miranda @ Lovely Wife Lovely Life says
Oh my goodness, what a PERFECT birthday! <3 I can't get over how incredibly gorgeous that ruby ring is!
Crystal D. says
The ring is beautiful! Good job Jay! I have a necklace with Michael’s birthstone in it (aquamarine) but I wanted a more personalized necklace with his birthstone so I had a necklace made over at http://www.thevintagepearl.com I love it!!! This is the one I got https://thevintagepearl.com/large-layers.html and I had his birthstone added to it! I love it!!! You should check it out. I know you can also find some on Etsy that are similar. I am happy to hear you had such a wonderful birthday with the boys. The picture of Uncle Dan feeding Lucas is so cute. He is such a proud Uncle and you can tell. My brother is like that with Michael and it melts my heart. Have a great day and weekend!
Crystal @alohababy27 (Instagram)
Hillary | Nutrition Nut on the Run says
Glad you had a great 30th! I love FSTG chips – yum!
Kaylie @ FitnessMovesYou says
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!
It looks like you had a wonderful day with your family… and cupcakes! What could be better? :)
cait @pieceofcait says
Awww.. I love that ring with the birthstone.. and that card.. OMG, too cute<3 happy belated birthday!!!!
Dayna says
What a fabulous birthday! That ring is beautiful. You are quite the lucky lady ;) Lucas’s card is so precious! He worked hard on that for his mommy! Glad to hear you had a great birthday. Bring on the best years of your life xoxo
Jess @dearhealthyness says
It looks like a great birthday!!!! Spending the day with family is better than anything else! Congratulation!! Wishing you the best for the weekend ahead!
btw: extra large cupcakes: hell yes, is your birth-day after all!
Jen says
Had to chime in to say hope one of the cupcakes was carrot cake because J&S watkins as the BEST CARROT CAKE IN THE WORLD. Sounds like you had a fantastic birthday!!!
Ellie@Fit for the soul says
What an awesome 30th birthday, Courtney! And best of all–Lucas is with you for such a special time. And uhhhhh oh great…now I want cupcakes. -_- haha
Tara@PNWRunner says
Aww, what a precious card! You’ll be receiving so many handmade cards in years to come! I remember making them for my mom and dad. :) Looks like you had a stupendous B-day! Enjoy the weekend!
Tiff @ Love Sweat & Beers says
Sounds like a pretty awesome birthday! (except for the work part, but the rest was pretty dang good!) You deserve it. :)
Ruthie Hart says
Looks like a fabulous birthday! I LOVE your ruby ring! My sister is a July baby and my mom always wore a ruby necklace when we were growing up and I loved it. I got a James Avery bracelet and necklace engraved with Ford’s initials when he was born and I plan on giving them to his future wife (yes I am crazy and think about that kind of stuff… and cry about it) but you could do that with the ring someday :)
Shel@PeachyPalate says
Perfect day if you ask me! Those cards will be the most special and important from here on in! Yummy dinner…healthy too boot! Enjoy your night out!
Sara @ LovingOnTheRun says
Happy Birthday and wow it looks like you had a wonderful day full of so much love! I really love the ring – Jay did a great job picking that out!
Leigha @ Minougirl says
So glad you had a fabulous b-day! It sure was filled with some good eats :)
Amelia @i_heart_kale says
What a great way to ring in your 30th year!! It’s always fun to get a gift at work, especially if its the edible variety. ;)
Jay did an awesome job with dinner & your ring. It is beautiful! Now you are going to need one with each baby you have…or maybe earrings next?
Those cupcakes look insane. With all of the birthdays and celebrations around us lately, I’m going to need to find one soon. Why has no one had cake at their parties?
Sarah @ Sarah Sincerely says
What a perfect birthday! I love your birthday ring! Your luck he was born in a month that has a pretty birthstone. Some of them are hideous! Ha! Enjoy your weekend!
Stacie @ SimplySouthernStacie says
Family. Jewelry. Champagne. Cupcakes. Looks like you had a pretty perfect birthday, pretty lady!
Alison @ Daily Moves and Grooves says
It looks like you had a wonderful birthday! You received some really awesome gifts and special deliveries, but I’m sure the family time was the best part of your birthday :)
Kelly @ Femme Fitale says
Happy 30th, Courtney!
High fives to Jay for being such a super husband! Enjoy your downtime with the fam this weekend :)
Jenn@Mark My Mile! says
Awww…sounds like a perfect birthday! Happy Birthday pretty mama!!!
Linz @ Itz Linz says
awww great birthday!! love that card, ring, cupcakes, and night with your boys!! so sweet!!
Stephanie @ Whole Health Dork says
Looks like a wonderful celebration! The picture of your brother with Lucas is adorable! Kind of like, “Yeah, okay, I can handle this. This is cool.”
What a wonderful husband to have gotten you such a great gift, made a wonderful meal, and the cupcakes! You couldn’t ask for more!
Happy birthday!
Caitlin says
Aww what a sweet fam selfie (even with the gray, haha!) and I’m so glad you had a lovely birthday. Your dinner looks excellent and I love the idea of getting a ruby since it’s Lucas’s birthstone. Jay is a good guy!