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Today is my birthday.  I know I've been celebrating this day like mad since last Friday, but I have continued the celebrating through today.

I started off my day with a visit to Starbucks.  


One of the awesome benefits of being a gold card member is that I get a free drink on my birthday.  The card actually came last week sometime, but I held strong and waited until today to use it.  I also received a free Starbucks Perfect Oatmeal as well.  Of course I saved that one as well and used both this morning.   A fabulous way to start off the day.  


Mocha Frappucino Light.  Yum!  I sucked this down so fast but not as fast as the oatmeal I scarfed down!  


Then one of the fine ladies I share my classroom with came in with a Chocolate Raspberry Torte from Wild Oats bakery.  Oh my.  Such a decadent dessert.  Of course I had to take pictures of this little piece of heaven and send it to my sister-in-law, Jill, and friend, Stacy, who are participating in One Mom In Maine's Clean Food Challenge.  I wanted to do the challenge, but then I wouldn't be able to indulge like I have for my birthday.  Next time, Emilie.  

I also found out that I won, not one, but TWO giveaways today.  First off, I won Amy's giveaway for a See-Me-Run iron on decal that is reflective.  After much discussion with Ward and obsessing with the site, I've decided to go with the Skull on Fire iron on.  I think it will go nicely with my badass socks.  


I'm still not sure what I'll be ironing this onto.   But I do have time.  I might also share with the hubby as well, since there are two iron ons in the package.  Maybe.  If he's nice.  


I also found out that I won Penny's Pride Socks giveaway.  I know for sure I want knee high socks,  but I just don't know!  These are fun. Actually all of their socks are fun - that's why it's so hard to decide!  You should check them out.   What socks would you get?


And I need to add in that I did get in a daylight 5 miler and Ward made dinner - my absolute favorite meal ever - pizza.  What a sweetie.  

How was your day?  Did you do anything special?  Were you able to get in a run?


Comments

  1. abbiFebruary 28, 2012 at 9:27 PM

    Happy Birthday - looks like a great day!

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  2. Just JenFebruary 28, 2012 at 9:29 PM

    Happy Birthday!!!

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  3. Jamie WFebruary 28, 2012 at 9:37 PM

    Happy Birthday!!! You just named my 3 favorite things... pizza, chocolate, and starbucks! yumm!!! have a great night. :)

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  4. TarynFebruary 28, 2012 at 10:14 PM

    Happy Birthday! What a great day for you!! :)

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  5. KimFebruary 28, 2012 at 10:51 PM

    Happy Birthday!!! I definitely cashed in my free Starbucks drink on my birthday a couple weeks ago! Yum!!! Loveeee free Starbucks!!

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  6. AlexandraFunFitFebruary 28, 2012 at 11:29 PM

    I love orange so will totally recommend those. I always get the Starbucks oatmeal at the airport when I travel. It's a good price for what you get, that's for sure. And I think you should celebrate your birthday through the coming weekend!

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  7. CarrieFebruary 29, 2012 at 7:10 AM

    What a great day!

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  8. NadineFebruary 29, 2012 at 8:07 AM

    Happy Birthday!I always have pizza on my birthday too, it's a tradition.

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  9. JamieFebruary 29, 2012 at 9:15 AM

    I'm so glad that you enjoyed your birthday! That was a little mean of you to send the photo though, haha!

    I did much better on the Clean Food Challenge yesterday and Mike and I did a hill workout!

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  10. Ali McFebruary 29, 2012 at 1:13 PM

    Oh I missed it! HAPPY BIRTHDAY :D xoxooxoxox

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  11. NicoleFebruary 29, 2012 at 3:34 PM

    Sounds like it was a great birthday!! Happy Belated 35!

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  12. Beth @ RUNNING around my kitchenFebruary 29, 2012 at 3:54 PM

    Happy birthday, sounds like it was perfect!

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  13. ElleFebruary 29, 2012 at 6:26 PM

    So sorry this is belated. I am glad you had such a great birthday!

    :)

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  14. LaurenMarch 1, 2012 at 6:39 AM

    Happy Happy Birthday (belated!) It looks like you had a fantastic time! Much love

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  15. AnonymousMarch 1, 2012 at 8:53 PM

    Happy Birthday! Starbucks is definitely a great way to treat yourself!

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  16. Suz and AllanMarch 3, 2012 at 7:58 PM

    Glad you had such a wonderful birthday! That dessert looks absolutely wonderful!

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