HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ME...

Yesterday was my birthday.  Much thanks to those who sent birthday wishes via email and Facebook yesterday!  Got a little break from our remodeling and spring rejuvenation undergoings.  Jen took me out to lunch and for a little plant shopping.  She got me an Egg Genie (yes I have a little penchant for selected "as seen on tv" items) and some island colored Tervis Tumblers I have been wanting.  Colleen and Devin got me a beautiful hanging basket that I had admired but dare not spend the very high price for. Michael made my favorite dinner, Chicken Parm, and got a yummy almond cake for me.

And great news for all of you... for my gift, Michael said I could pick out a dSLR camera of my choosing!  Yippee!  Finally, better pictures for all of you.  Right now I am debating between a Nikon D90 and a D5000.  It has to be able to take fabulous card/project pictures, of course.  But I also take a lot of nature pictures and family pictures (often inside in low light).  Anyone have any input?

This is the card that Jenni made me.  It features a retired set, but it is one of my favorite sets and many of you have asked me to feature retired sets, too, so that you can have inspiration for the ones you own and love.  Also, I do have one new set left for sale ($22.95) if anyone is interested.  Enjoy!

BRANCHED OUT BIRTHDAY CARD SUPPLIES:

• Stamp Sets – Branch Out (retired), Messages for Mom (W #117016 $25.95, C #118580 $18.95)
• Card stock – Whisper White, Sage Shadow, non-SU textured paper
• Ink –  Close to Cocoa, Sage Shadow, Pale Plum Classic
• Punches – Word Window (#105090, $15.95), Modern Label (#116630, $15.95)
• Accessories – Silver Brads, Retired Ribbon