Birthday

So, it's my birthday. The big one... or rather the first of many big ones that will make me face my mortality every decade or so.

I am officially 30 years old.

But, I have the consolation of having a hot twenty-something wife so I've still got that going for me.

My birthday was actually very fun. Except for the fact that I've had a cold this weekend :( But Mia was great about taking care of Ethan today, even while she was cleaning up.
And actually, Ethan did a great job playing by himself. Normally he's very needy of our attention, he wants us to always be right next to him. Today he was in a good mood and just played along without much trouble. Which was nice because I had very little energy.

I also had a surprise party last night. I was completely surprised. This may stem from a difference that I've noticed between Mia and I when we watch movies. She's always looking to figure out the mystery or twist early in the plot. I'm more content to just watch and let it unfold by itself, waiting to be surprised by whatever happens.
I think that's why I just accepted that Mia really wanted to get the house clean this weekend, and why she made a gigantic lasagna for just the two of us. And why, when the doorbell rang and I thought Beth and Tyler were joining us for dinner Mia wanted me to get it... especially when I sent Ethan to open the door instead (I was talking with my brother online at the time).

So, I was very surprised by the party and I was very glad that everyone was able to make it over. We had about 4 other couples with their kids (about 5 kids total). The kids played well together and the adults all got to chat and eat some good food and cake.

I guess with a birthday like that I can't complain much about being 30. :)