When we arrived Jill and Irene seemed busy cooking. I did not investigate. We had a bit of lunch and then Jill and Tom worked on repairing the gas grill. After finding the right tools and a trip the the hardware store, success!
I read the newspaper I brought with me, and checked in on blogs and Facebook on my laptop. There were birthday messages.
Jill and Irene had headed out for a walk on the tide flats.
Eventually I went for a walk on the beach, and met them returning. A neighbor, Al, had greeted me with "Happy Birthday!", so I knew they had stopped to visit and spread the word. Al commented on how fast they walked. Yes, they are both very fit and athletic. That didn't come from me. They are also very beautiful, especially together, and that didn't come from me either.
When we got back the the cabin, there were a pair of eagles sitting on a neighboring roof, always a good omen for me.
We visited and caught up with their activities and adventures. I sat outside in the shade for a while, just enjoying being there, and then there was FOOD!
Jill's charcuterie and Irene's savory pin wheels.
It was all so good, we just kept eating.
That was followed by a light grilled dinner of chicken and shrimp skewers and grilled summer squash.
Then we all had to go for a walk. The girls walked farther than Tom and I did.
Of course there was dessert. Irene had created a marbled cheese cake with dark sweet cherry compote. Wow! It was so good!
We finally left for home to catch the 9:30 ferry, very full of wonderful food, and feeling loved by our girls.
Now I am a year older. That happens.
It was a very good birthday.
Wow that is a beautiful cake! Happy you had a good day!
ReplyDeleteI too think that cake cooks really delicious. Thanks for the summary of a very good birthday indeed.
ReplyDeleteWhat a way to celebrate! A walk on the beach and a wonderful meal. Sounds perfect.
ReplyDeleteThat was a very good celebration with some excellent food. With food like that I would fell like having another birthday the next day.
ReplyDeleteIrene cooks! As do you and Jill. That is such a testament to how close and wonder your family is. Happy belated birthday!
ReplyDeleteHappy birthday, Linda! You are so right about having two beautiful girls. Both Jill and Irene are beauties and both are so talented, and smart, and smile. You have a wonderful family. You know, I read your last few posts and don't remember leaving a comment, but I certainly enjoyed them, as always.
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday! Looks like a great time with family and food. Linda in Kansas
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