Fall is in the air. Leaves are starting to turn and drop. We had a warm spell this week, but enough coolness the week before to make us anticipate more. I’m joining Susanne and friends at Living to Tell the Story to reflect on the blessings of the past week.
1. Jesse’s birthday. We got together to celebrate my youngest son with stroganoff, his usual requested birthday dinner.
2. Jesse’s cake was made by Mittu, a lemon blueberry cake. I struggled with this one before, so Mittu has made it ever since. 🙂
3. Jackbox games across the miles. We often play Jackbox games when we’re all together, especially Blather Round. Since we log in online and play on our phones or ipads, we were able to play with Jeremy in RI while FaceTiming him.
4. A productive day. Some events from last week put me behind schedule. I usually start my Sunday blog post earlier in the week, attempting to leave Saturday for proofreading and graphics. But I didn’t get started on it until Friday night! Then, I wanted to get Jesse’s card made and presents wrapped on Saturday so I wouldn’t feel rushed and pressured on his birthday Monday. I prayed that I might get everything done Saturday, and I did.
That turned out to be a good thing, as I had forgotten that Jesse had a dentist appointment Monday near us and planned to come here afterward for the rest of the day instead of going home and then back here for his birthday celebration in the evening. So I was especially glad all the birthday stuff was done except for dinner.
5. Sleep. I usually wake up a couple of times during the night, but somehow, this morning, I feel rested and refreshed.
How was your week?
Stray Thoughts 
A good night’s sleep is underrated — it’s so rejuvenating! Our weather has been warm but the humidity is gone. It’s great. Happy birthday to your youngest! Stroganoff is my dad’s favorite 🙂
Jesse’s cake looks so good! God bless Mittu!
I enjoyed the cooler temps and even had my windows open. It’s so nice to let in the fresh air!
I love productive days when I feel like I’ve accomplished something!
I’m glad you had some good sleep. Feeling rested is such a blessing, isn’t it?
Have a great weekend. Looking forward to our lunch soon.
A good nights sleep is a blessing indeed. Happy birthday to Jesse. The cake looks delicious. My son’s requested dinner was always soft tacos and my youngest daughter’s was lasagna. My oldest varied with the year and her mood. We’ve played Jackbox games a few times. They are lots of fun.
I love celebrating birthday! They are special days for sure.
I totally understand the not sleeping through the night thing! It’s like we’re going back to being a baby and waking up every 2-4 hours! LOL!
Hope you have a wonderful fall weekend!
Sounds like a really good week! Mitty did such a nice job with the cake.
I love lemon and blueberry flavors together — what a beautiful special cake for Jesse!
That does sound like a productive day! You got all your ducks in a row 🙂
Such a blessing to feel refreshed after sleep, however much you actually got.
sleeping through the night is a true blessing for sure!!
I don’t like (usually) nor eat cake but every time you post a pic on here of someone’s birthday cake, it makes me think your DiL must work in a bakery or should open her own shop. Lemon blueberry ANYTHING is one of my fave flavor combos. That is one gorgeous cake!!
Happy Birthday to Jesse and I’m so glad you got your items checked off the to do list.
ENJOY the weekend
Happy birthday to Jesse! It’s nice when people have favorite meals they prefer; makes it easy to decide what to cook.
I rarely sleep through the night either, so if I ever wake up feeling refreshed, I notice it too. 🙂
What a cool birthday cake and Happy Birthday. I am always thankful when I have a good night’s sleep. I woke up several times last night and I am tired today. I need to get myself to be earlier! Have a great weekend!
Oh my goodness what a beautiful cake. I love stroganoff as well though I don’t eat meat or diary much these days. I think waking up several times during the night is a by product of old age. I love it when I sleep through the night now!
Happy Birthday to Jesse! I love how Mittu is such an amazing cook and baker and makes meals so often for your get togethers.
I’m glad you had everything come together time wise. My days lately have been so busy and scattered that I am so far behind on everything.
Happy Fall to you! Willow