Birthday Wrap-up

What a wonderful birthday week I had last week! I took my actual birthday (Friday) off to work with my mom at an antiques show. She won the "Show Stopper" award because that's how she rolls. (That's her on the right, accepting her award.) I'm blogging about the experience over at the Green Phone Booth tomorrow, btw. It was great to spend time with family and see my mom totally in her element.


And I loved seeing so many people carrying their own bags for their treasures.

This one I found particularly funny and true. It's a flow chart that says something like "Buy reusable bag --> Forget reusable bag in the car, buy another one --> Repeat, try to save the world another day..."

My mom spoiled me, as always, getting me this mason jar drink dispenser I wanted, some vintage bowls, and an old metal milk bottle carrier for my table.

Super Uncle and my mom's beau thought cold, hard cash was the way to go so I could shop at the antiques show (good men). Look how funny they are. My "card" (made from a Kashi box) was wrapped in a brown paper bag.

I love that they never think I'm a crazy tree-hugger. They just go with it.

And my dear sweet hubby bought me this bizarre looking composter that's made from 100% reclaimed / recycled nylon plastic. We have a compost heap now, but it functions more as a food bin for the wildlife than anything else. This baby makes compost in 4 weeks.

One of the best gifts I received though was a night of babysitting from my MIL, who watched the kids while we attended our first quineanera -- one of Marc's students from his first year teaching -- then met up with friends for a night out. We stayed downtown, slept in late and had a leisurely, child-free lunch.

I love being the birthday girl!