Monday, January 7

It Was A Very Happy Birthday

My dear friends threw me a little birthday party last night, and I have to say, I was more than touched.  There was a wall of note-cards listing out "31 Things We Love About Katie", as well as a donut tower, and a smorgasbord of all my favorite foods.  I'm so thankful to have such caring, sweet people in my life.  It sure makes a gal feel special!
(That last photo was taken by Elsie.)

We spent the evening laughing and eating (and eating some more).  It was a pretty perfect way to enter this new year.

Also, a HUGE 'thank you' to everyone who sent sweet birthday wishes my way.  You made a great day even better!

  

57 comments:

  1. Keri-AnneJanuary 7, 2013 at 3:22 PM

    You look so sweet and happy :) Glad you had a wonderful day x

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  2. SylviaJanuary 7, 2013 at 3:24 PM

    Happy belated birthday! Looks like you had a wonderful time. LOVE the donut tower...what a great idea!

    Sylvia
    www.sylvialovespink.com

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  3. Clare LanusseJanuary 7, 2013 at 3:25 PM

    that cake is great! what wonderful, warm friends you have.

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  4. AlombreducactusJanuary 7, 2013 at 3:26 PM

    You look so amazing on these pictures :)
    Wish you a very happy birthday
    Joyeux anniversaire !

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  5. UnknownJanuary 7, 2013 at 3:29 PM

    Aw it looks and sounds like a perfect birthday party - your friends seem to be amazing people!
    I love the photos, so cute! :)

    Happy birthday to yooouu!

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  6. Jade SheldonJanuary 7, 2013 at 3:31 PM

    How fun! Happiest of birthdays to you. Mine is coming up in less than a month! I can't wait!

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  7. Stacy @ Fritz & FräuleinJanuary 7, 2013 at 3:31 PM

    Happy Belated! Absolutely love the "31 Things We Love" idea. Definitely one to note down for future celebrations. But sounds like you had an awesome gathering and very jealous of your book of pies! ; ) Thanks for sharing!

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  8. UnknownJanuary 7, 2013 at 3:33 PM

    how sweet! happy birthday to you, dear!

    -Jenna
    www.honeybeesandtealeaves.com

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  9. EzgiJanuary 7, 2013 at 3:34 PM

    Yummy donuts! Happy Birthday Katie from London!

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  10. AuroreJanuary 7, 2013 at 3:36 PM

    Your birthday cake is original! Happy birthday Katie and all the best !

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  11. mariaamelitaJanuary 7, 2013 at 3:40 PM

    I´m so happy you had a nice time! :) Happy birthday! <3

    Mari
    http://marilovescupcakes.blogspot.com.ar/

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  12. MelanieJanuary 7, 2013 at 3:42 PM

    I have never seen a donut tower before! So cute! Happy HAPPY Birthday!!

    What an adorable idea for the 31 things...My boyfriend is turning 31 in 2 weeks...I might make my own spin on that for him! =)

    I'm glad you had a wonderful day! Enjoy your year!

    Ergo - Blog

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  13. TheresaJanuary 7, 2013 at 3:43 PM

    Happy birthday, Katie! Such a warm birthday celebration! How sweet are those notecards?!

    Theresa
    http://bomamma.blogpspot.com

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  14. Stephanie May*January 7, 2013 at 3:44 PM

    Donut cakes are the best! Out kids have requested them over regular cake a few times now, and they are so much easier than making a dessert from scratch:)

    Happy birthday Katie! I'll be joining you in 31 in May! <33

    Love,
    Stephanie May*

    www.maydae.com

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  15. AshleighJanuary 7, 2013 at 3:44 PM

    Happy Birthday!! It looks like you guys had a great time! My birthday is in about 2 weeks and I can't wait! Thinking about making a donut tower too! :)

    xx Ashleigh
    www.ashflynn.blogspot.com

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  16. ralizabethJanuary 7, 2013 at 3:47 PM

    Happy Birthday beautiful girl! You have such wonderful friends!! xoxo

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  17. KateJanuary 7, 2013 at 3:50 PM

    Your friends sound lovely, I'm glad they made your celebrations special. x

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  18. AngelJanuary 7, 2013 at 3:55 PM

    Happy birthday. Looks like so much fun. I love the doughnut tower idea!

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  19. Carlee, Little SlothJanuary 7, 2013 at 3:56 PM

    What a great way to spend your birthday! I really love the birthday donut tower so great.
    Carlee
    Almost Endearing

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  20. AVYJanuary 7, 2013 at 4:04 PM

    Aw, so cute.

    /Avy

    http://mymotherfuckedmickjagger.blogspot.com

    ♥

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  21. UnknownJanuary 7, 2013 at 4:05 PM

    Happy (belated) Birthday! I'm a new reader here, and I love your blog! Looks like you had a great time. I guess that any birthday party thrown by A Beautiful Mess girl must be awesome. :)

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  22. Keeley LauraJanuary 7, 2013 at 4:08 PM

    Happy Belated Birthday!! Such a lovely thing for your friends to do!

    xx
    - Keeley
    Livinginyourimagination.blogspot.com

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  23. UnknownJanuary 7, 2013 at 4:15 PM

    Glad you had such a beautiful birthday! I have that book-- the pies are DELICIOUS and so gorgeous, too!

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  24. taraJanuary 7, 2013 at 4:21 PM

    Happy Birthday! I love that 3rd picture down of you! Such a cool shot.

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  25. vanessa • withgreatheart.com • attractive, affordable blog + web designJanuary 7, 2013 at 4:29 PM

    Aww, happy belated birthday Katie!

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  26. meredithJanuary 7, 2013 at 4:29 PM

    Aw so sweet! What a fun party! Happy Birthday to you Katie! :)

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  27. UnknownJanuary 7, 2013 at 5:11 PM

    That is so sweet! I love that wall of things people love about you!

    Happy (belated) birthday!

    X

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  28. UnknownJanuary 7, 2013 at 5:17 PM

    That donut cake looks WAY too yummy. xo

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  29. Two Happy HeartsJanuary 7, 2013 at 5:22 PM

    Happy Birthday!! Looks like an amazing party :)

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  30. UnknownJanuary 7, 2013 at 5:45 PM

    Happy Birthday! You are so lucky to have friends who know you so so well and throw you such a sweet and personal party. Would you mind sharing what dress you are wearing? It is so adorable and you look lovely as always!

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  31. Beverly HouptJanuary 7, 2013 at 5:51 PM

    I'm totally having a donut tower for my birthday this year...

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  32. AnonymousJanuary 7, 2013 at 5:59 PM

    Happy Belated Birthday Katie!! I love your blog!

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  33. MichelleJanuary 7, 2013 at 7:20 PM

    Happy Birthday! You and my younger sister share the same birthday! I hope you had a wonderful birthday and spend time with your loved ones.

    My blog: acolorfulcreation.blogspot.com

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  34. UnknownJanuary 7, 2013 at 7:41 PM

    Happy Birthday! I looks like you had a wonderful birthday surrounded by your friends and family. Also, that donut tower looks like the best idea ever. :)

    xoxo,
    Laura
    http://lauraisthriftingthroughlife.blogspot.com/

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  35. UnknownJanuary 7, 2013 at 8:45 PM

    oh man those dooonnnuuttsss. happy birthday, lady!

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  36. AnonymousJanuary 7, 2013 at 9:30 PM

    Looks like a wonderful night, Happy Birthday! I am just wondering where you dress is from?

    Thanks

    Lana x

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  37. littleJanuary 7, 2013 at 10:15 PM

    so cute!! and a donut cake!? best cake ever!

    romantically challenged

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  38. Little TranquilityJanuary 7, 2013 at 10:27 PM

    Such sweet photos. Donuts instead of a cake? Great idea! Are they Krispy Kremes?? Ymmy!

    Happy late birthday, pretty lady.

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  39. Veronika Novotny January 7, 2013 at 10:42 PM

    Aw, Katie! Happy belated birthday - you look so lovely, and it sounds like you enjoyed the perfect evening. Ah, and that donut tower, how awesome! Mmmm!! xo V

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  40. Cheer up, Old Bean!January 7, 2013 at 10:51 PM

    Happy Birthday!!! Looks like a lovely, lovely way to spend it!!!

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  41. HannahJanuary 7, 2013 at 11:14 PM

    I was looking forward to photos of "all your favourite foods"... ripped off! Haha. Happy birthday! What amazing friends you have. :)

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  42. KelleJanuary 7, 2013 at 11:43 PM

    you're the prettiest girl ever. happy birthday!

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  43. UnknownJanuary 8, 2013 at 1:53 AM

    How sweet! Happy Birthday to you! May all your wishes fulfill :)

    x
    Sabrina

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  44. Crystal January 8, 2013 at 2:48 AM

    happy birthday!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :)

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  45. UnknownJanuary 8, 2013 at 7:17 AM

    happy birthday!!!

    looks so lovely :)

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  46. miaJanuary 8, 2013 at 7:39 AM

    Happy belated! I love the donut idea! Cute photos.

    -Mia
    definingmia.blogspot.com

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  47. Katie StrattonJanuary 8, 2013 at 8:11 AM

    happy birthday, beautiful katie!
    what a sweet way to celebrate!

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  48. MelissaJanuary 8, 2013 at 9:46 AM

    Hi Katie! Your blog is adorable. :) Glad you had a superb birthday.

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  49. heidiJanuary 8, 2013 at 10:30 AM

    Happy Birthday!! I turned 31 this past summer, it only gets better and better :) And the 31 one things is a great way to kick it off (and a donut cake too!) Cheers!

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  50. TeddiJanuary 8, 2013 at 11:17 AM

    way to go, yesterday's birthday, katie girl! :)

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  51. DianaJanuary 8, 2013 at 12:18 PM

    Happy belated Birthday, Katie!! <3

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  52. SanneJanuary 9, 2013 at 4:51 PM

    Lovely photos! Happy birthday :)

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  53. JenJanuary 13, 2013 at 1:01 AM

    Belated bday greetings to Katie ... a terrific mom and a gorgeous lady.

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  54. UnknownAugust 10, 2014 at 11:39 AM

    aww.. you've got nice people around you and so as you! the cake was great Ms katie!
    God bless always!
    Regards,
    Meow
    http://meowchie.snydle.com/birthday-wishes-for-friend.html

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  55. UnknownFebruary 2, 2016 at 8:58 PM

    Lovely birthday wishes for you...

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  56. UnknownMarch 31, 2017 at 9:34 AM

    Hi Katie!
    I am currently working on a blog post and wondered if I could have your permission to include one photo and the link to this blog post?
    Thanks so much!
    Linda
    http://blessedbeyondcrazy.com/

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