Oh, hello there, my friends. How’s it going for ya on this fine Monday? Over here, we’re getting slammed with some more snow (woo…hoo…) but other than that, things are a-okay and I’m going into this work week with a smile on my face after a fun, birthday-filled weekend!
Rewinding a bit back to the actual birthday on Friday…I was greeted with a special delivery at my desk right around noon time.
A beautiful bouquet of flowers from Jay! Definitely didn’t see that one coming, and it was such a nice surprise. <3
Before leaving that morning, I also asked Jay to take a pic of me and Lucas again like we did last year. I figured, why not make it a tradition, right?
I cannot get over the difference in him…he’s such a little boy now!
We also had cupcakes at work, in celebration of all of our January and February birthdays on the team, so that timing worked out pretty perfectly.
I also may or may not be the one who schedules those events, soooo…
After work, we all came home, and Jay and I popped open a bottle of champagne. Cheers to 31!
We eventually finished the champagne, so that’s when the Prosecco got opened.
And I know I said I only wanted Prosecco and cake for my birthday, but my parents and brother came over to celebrate with us and they brought pizza so I wasn’t going to complain about that.
Of course, then there was cake! Jay got me the same birthday cake that I had last year, which is one of my absolute favorites…just about 3 times smaller since we didn’t have nearly as many people to feed.
So. Stinkin. Delicious.
Friday night was pretty low key, and I’m fairly sure I was in bed before 11pm. Party. Animal.
On Saturday, we did the usual soccer thing in the morning and took care of some things around the house. Then later in the afternoon, we dropped Lucas off at my in-laws’ house for a sleepover and Jay and I headed out for an evening with friends.
Our first stop was on a whim, and we ended up popping in to the Albany Distilling Company to see what it was all about.
We only stayed for maybe 15 minutes or so (just long to share a drink), but it was a pretty cool spot.
After there, we walked next door to the Albany Pump Station (which we hadn’t been to in quite a while) and grabbed a couple seats at the bar while we waited for the rest of the group to arrive.
Once everyone got there, we ordered a couple of apps for the table, including their calamari and nachos (both of which were delicious).
I was absolutely starving by the time we sat down to our table and had the hardest time picking something, but I eventually settled on a burger with sweet potato fries.
It was a good choice, indeed, and it was a great time out with some awesome friends.
After dinner, part of our group split off and we went next door (again) to the Old English Pub, which was a new spot for me.
We only stayed for a drink, but oh myyyy, was it a good one. It was called a “Candy Apple” and it was made with hard cider and honey whiskey with a cinnamon sugar rim.
If any locals ever stop in there, I’d totally recommend that drink!
Overall, it was a fabulous birthday and I’m looking forward to see what else my 31st year has in store for me.
Sarah @ Sarah Sincerely says
Aren’t weekend birthdays the best? It totally gives you an excuse to celebrate all weekend long! So glad you had a great one! :-)
Sara @ Lake Shore Runner says
Sounds like you had a great birthday weekend! And Happy Birthday again :) Aren’t getting flowers at work the nicest thing ?
Love that Lucas and you have gotten a picture on your birthday – it will be fun for you to see how much he has grown up!
Lauren says
SO glad you had a wonderful birthday, you truly deserved it my dear! Happy Bleated Birthday and have a wonderful week!
Linz @ Itz Linz says
sounds like a great birthday celebration! i’m sure 31 will be fantastic – i’ve got the big 3-0 coming up this year! (not til august lol)
Stacie @ SimplySouthernStacie says
I’m glad you had both your wine and cake! Looks like a perfect birthday weekend!
Danielle @ Green is the New Black says
Sounds like a great birthday weekend! Love the pump station, always a good time!
Mimi says
Happy belated birthday!! Sounds like a great birthday especially if it involves champagne, proseco and cake :)
Taca @ A Side Of Dessert says
Looks like a fantastic birthday weekend!! What a great way to celebrate with good food, friends and family! Have a fantastic week!
Susie @ SuzLyfe says
This is exactly how I like to spend my birthdays–surrounded by the people I love, the things that I love (food, lol), and just being comfortable and easy. Who wants to risk killing themselves in 5 in heels? No thanks, I’d rather have another glass of champagne!
Brynn says
Love the annual picture with Lucas, he’s so big! What a fun weekend with lots of love. No better way to ring in a new year!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
What a lovely birthday my friend! XOXO
Marielle says
Pizza and prosecco are the best combo! Looks like a perfect birthday celebration!
Christen says
Looks like you had a great celebration and happy belated birthday!
Shel@PeachyPalate says
Perfect weekend! And your hair is stunning!!!
Sylvia says
Happy Belated Birthday! and your hair looks fantastic! that hair color suits you really well :-)
Ellen @ My Uncommon Everyday says
Sounds like the perfect birthday weekend, filled with friends, family, and delicious food!
Emily @ Relishments says
Happy (belated) birthday! Looks like it was a great day. Thanks for sharing some more local stops I’ll have to check out next time I venture to the Albany area. The Pump Station is great, but I haven’t tried the other places.
Fiona @ Get Fit Fiona says
Sounds like you guys had a fun night out. Your cake is so pretty with the purple flowers on it. And that apple drink looks delicious.
Lizzie @ The Magic Tree says
Happy belated Birthday! 31 suits you well, girlfriend. You look just as gorgeous (read: the same!) this year in your pic with Lucas as you did last year. :)
Courtney says
You’re so sweet, thank you Lizzie!
Monica says
Happy Birthday! It looks like you had a very nice birthday weekend!
Carrie (This Fit Chick) says
What a fun weekend!! Happy belated!
Liv @ Healthy Liv says
Mmm your cheeseburger with caramelized onions looks delicious! And who could complain about pizza being brought over? Glad you had a fun birthday weekend :)
Shawna says
such a fun birthday weekend! birthdays are such great excuses to drink champagne…then again, i like to think most things are great reasons to drink champagne. :) i haven’t heard of the Distilling Company — is that new? i also haven’t been to Pump Station in yearssss, but that’s a fun spot. happy birthday!
Laur says
Omgosh that drink sounds delicious. I’m glad you had a great birthday weekend!!!
Cait @ Beyond Bananas says
Happy Birthday!! I could really go for a burger after seeing yours!
April @ Simply Sweet Living says
Happy late birthday! Glad it was awesome for you! :)
Courtney says
Thanks April!
Kristy @ Southern In Law says
Yum! That birthday cake looks ah-maze-ing! Looks like you had a pretty fabulous birthday – and that’s how all birthdays should be! xx
Andrea says
HBD!!! The cake looks delicious. Now I want cake.
You look great – so happy and beautiful!!
Courtney says
Thank you, Andrea! :)
Melanie @ Beautifully Nutty says
Happy birthday, Courtney!! I am loving all of the birthday treats! You better extend that birthday for another month or so. That’s the way I like to do it! =)
Courtney says
Thank you, Melanie!!
Lauren @ The Bikini Experiment says
Fun birthday weekend! You did it all and it looks like you had a blast. Love that prosecco. The pics of you and Lucas will be priceless to have. He’s getting so big!
Cassandra Kahl says
We don’t usually choose the Pump Station for dinner, but their calamari is to die for! We recently went for date night with a gift card, and I highly recommend the gorgonzola filet and the poor soldier porter. Delish!
Courtney says
Ooooo, good to know! ;)
Janetha says
happy belated! looks like you had a great celebration.
Courtney says
Thanks Janetha :)
cait @pieceofcait says
Happy belated beauty!!! <3 looks like perfect weekend xo
Courtney says
Thanks Cait!