We are very low key people. We seldom throw parties. The last time I had guests over was 10 years ago. I cooked for 2 days for 3o+ guests. After that, I swore I would never host another party for more than 6 guests. My daughter once asked me how come we never invited people over. I said because mommy is too lazy. It’s true. I am just too lazy.
Today is Allen’s birthday. It’s one of those big ones with a zero, you know. I thought about taking the family out for his birthday like we always do, but decided to give him a little surprise. Well, not really a surprise since I told him I was inviting a few friends over. He said ‘Ohhhhhh!?’ Yea, he was surprised that I would even think of it!
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Because the guests were really close friends, I knew they wouldn’t mind having some casual home-cooked meals. I made Kung Pao Spaghetti with Shrimp, Stir Fry Green Beans, Chicken Curry, and Teriyaki Chicken. I also planned on making Lemon Garlic Salmon but ran out of time and skipped it. Sorry!
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Although my food wasn’t that special, I did manage to order a spectacular custom cake from Tasty Temptation Treats by Tanya for my spectacular husband. Knowing how much he loves cookies, I request Tanya to incorporate cookies in the design. She did not disappoint. She even invented a special cookie made with Nutella and candied nuts (the dark color cookie) for Allen and me . Is that awesome or what?
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Not everyone is pictured here but here are some of the dear friends who celebrated with us.
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Of course I had to give my husband a kiss and wished him Happy Birthday. We had lots of cookies. KoKo even baked home made cookies for him, too!
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Happy Birthday, Honey! I hope you enjoyed your birthday celebration and that all your wishes come true! Here is to another half a century, my love!
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