Husband, partner, best friend and fantastic dad? Check.
Kids, that which I always knew I wanted. Check.
Extended immediate (think about it, it makes sense) family that's awesome. Check.
Career/job that I love. Check.
Financial security. Check.
Good friends. Check.
Minimal regrets. Check.
There might be a few regrets but most are more like wishes that things could have been different. After 40 years, that's probably to be expected.
So here is to 40 years young.
To celebrate, Jay planned a nice dinner with a few close girl friends this past weekend. I am an introvert. A big surprise party is not my thing. This dinner? Perfect.
Jay acted as chauffeur so that we could all responsibly indulge in the adult beverages. The location was our favourite restaurant. We indulged in (what we considered) expensive wine and an amazing 6 course meal. You'll note that there are not 6 courses pictured above. I missed taking pictures of two of the courses. I was too busy laughing and eating and drinking.
As an aside, I am still dreaming of that scallop (top left). And I thought I didn't like scallops. Converted! I think I was like 12 last time I tried them so....
Oh yeah and there was the oyster choking incident. Mental note, easy on the horseradish when you are going to try to let it slide down your throat. Horseradish on the back of the throat = choking Kami. And those I still don't like. Similar to the clam slithering down my throat incident of 1985.
And that wine. It was worth every cent.
These girls. Well they made my night. We are all super busy people and I am so grateful they could take the time to celebrate with me. They might be gorgeous on the outside, but more importantly, they are beautiful people on the inside.
It was perfect. Thank you Christie, Leah, Terry-Lyn and Michelle (who was there is spirit from NYC).
Jay and I are also celebrating our 15th wedding anniversary. It's a big year.
He and I had our time together in Jamaica and after all these years, we still seem to really like each other.
I fully realize what a blessing that is and try not to take it for granted.
Happy Fifteenth Anniversary Jay! My only wish is for many many more.
