Part of the reason I’ve been so busy lately is because, in addition to a large workload, and and over-extended garden, I’ve been party planning.

You see… Dave’s been fast approaching a pretty big milestone. The big 5-0. It still feels very strange to me – we started dating when he was just a young, cocky 26-year-old. But it’s true!
Now Dave normally doesn’t like a big deal made about his birthday, but he does love a good party. And I figure 50 years of not dying is something to celebrate! So on Saturday, we had a pile of friend over for a BBQ. The hot disgusting weather meant we kept the festivities indoors (except for me outside at the grill), but thankfully we have a large house that’s laid out well for entertaining.
I let Dave kick back and enjoy his guests while I managed food, drinks, and making sure he and all the guests were attended to. As such, I didn’t get a chance to take many pictures.

I did get one of him blowing out his candles, so at least there’s that!
I was absoutely beat by the time everyone left. But the big smile on that guy’s face was worth it. 10/10 would celebrate him again!
Happy Birthday Dave! Sounds like everyone had a great time.
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It was very fun! But I was absolutely zonked after! I was on my feet all morning cooking, then the rest of the day hosting!
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Sounds like a wonderful way to celebrate Dave’s birthday! What a great gift to give him!
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The smile on his face at the end of the night said it all!
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Happy Birthday Dave!! What a fun time.
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Happy Birthday Dave!
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Happy 50th to Dave!
Parties are always a maybe with Fireman. But we love them, the rest of us. Dave looks great. Cake looks delicious. How did all the cats do?
Great job Val! kathy b
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Dave is definitely the more social one in our pairing! Happily, he likes quiet time too so I’m happy to host when he wants to, to keep things balanced between us!
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Happy birthday Dave! I’ve been reading your blog for so long that I had a hard time believing he was that old. Not that 50 is old. The years between 50 and 70 are the absolute best. I hope you both enjoy every one of them together!
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I have a hard time believing it for sure! And I’m only three years behind him. I’ve been with him longer than half my life. It’s all so surreal!
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Happy Birthday to Dave! What a wonderful celebration.
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Happy Birthday, Dave, and what fun to have the gang all there!
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Happy Purrthday Dave !
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