On my birthday eve, I'm reflecting on my life and where I would like to go from here. I normally don't post personal things about myself since this is an entertaining and party blog but feel like sharing today. I must confess, I like reading US Weekly and the celebrity Top 25 things you don't know. Since I'm not a celebrity I'll only do 10 so not to bore and lose every reader!
1. I am adopted.
2. Back when I was growing up there weren't a lot of mixed race children like there are today. Where I lived, I was the only one so received many stares and ridicule.
3. Both my parents are deceased and it aches my heart daily that my daughter will never know them.
4. My father was a pastor and I grew up strict Pentecostal. My biggest thing I didn't like was that I wasn't allowed to wear pants! I wore long skirts every day! Now, it's hard to get me in a dress but my daughter doesn't want to wear anything but dresses!
5. I was due to have my daughter near my 40th birthday but she came 6 weeks early and my hubby missed the birth. She is still feisty and unpredictable- and the sweetest blessing from God!
6. I didn't have a wedding. My hubby and I eloped and had our ceremony at a gorgeous B&B in Savannah, Georgia. It was perfect!
7. I am a singer and have been in tons of musical productions. My favorite songs to sing are Ava Maria and gospels.
8. I love to sing karaoke - favorite karaoke song to sing- I'll always Love You by Whitney Houston
9. I'm addicted to watching Hoarders!
10. I am very proud to be a part of the "party" blogs. Many people I'm around don't "get" the blog world or why I put so much work into a party so I'm honored and blessed to have gained so many friends who do through blogging! I am passionate about creating and celebrating everything. We are on this earth such a short time so I want to create lasting, cherished memories for my daughter and loved ones.
Thanks for visiting my blog and leaving comments - I do read everything and appreciate you.
I have been getting so many emails regarding how to start an event planning business, I am currently redesigning my blog and I will be adding a section with lessons I've learned on starting your business.
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Love love love you! Happy Bithday!
ReplyDeleteMonique, you already know your my girl! Our paths haven't crossed yet but I know they will!
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday Michelle! I enjoy your blog so much! Thank you for sharing!
ReplyDeleteApril, you have been a constant friend- thanks! BTW, love your latest party and your gorgeous babies!!!
ReplyDeleteI for one really LIKE getting to know something about the people behind the blogs I read-- thanks for this... and Happy Birthday!!
ReplyDeleteLove this post-wishing you the Happiest of birthdays!
ReplyDeleteGreat post! Fun to get to know you better. :) Happy Happy Birthday!
ReplyDeleteI really enjoy your blog! Have a wonderful birthday and thank you for your honesty and for the time you put into your blog. I totally got your comment about "Many people you are around don't get the blog world", I totally feel the same way! Keep blogging girl and I will keep visiting you!
ReplyDeleteWarmly, Michelle
I love your blog, You continually inspire me. I've been reading your blog for about a year and decided to de-lurk to say Happy Birthday!
ReplyDeleteI was googling - can't even remember what - and I stumbled on your sweet blog. Most blogs don't draw me in past my original search but yours did because because you have great pictures and I sense a sincere willingness to share your beautiful world. Thank you so much.
ReplyDeleteI wish I were in your area - my nieces would definitely be having Maddycakes celebrations.
And I truly enjoyed reading this post especially. It's so nice to get a peek at the woman behind all this creativity. Thank you for sharing!