
My family: me, brother Mike, Nephew Jimmy, Mom in front, Sister-in-law Suzy, Brother Jim!

A surprise art board with my very favorite friends and artists:
EriKa,
Lori, and
Danita! Wow! They made me special cards and greetings! I was so touched, that after I got over the shock, I cried. (And, you all knew about all of this before me!!)
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The whole beginning of the party was a slide show of my whole life in photos, even from when I was a baby and a little girl, all the way through! Wow. I realized (as we all were tearing up) that my life of 50 years, so far, has been rich and full. No sad now about turning 50, and no regrets!

My kids! Drew, me, Mia/Michelle and her fiance, Kevin!

The Girls!

Childhood friends!

Longtime friends, neighbors, and yoga partners: Ashley and Kathy with me.♥

Michelle and my mother-in-law made such amazing cupcakes!! 50! ♥ I LOVE this!

My friend and neighbor, Kath, with me!

My family of 4, blowing out the candles with Aunt Sue.

My garage!
Wow! Thank you for showing me again what love I have in my life.