I'm so behind in posting this-- it's been a crazy day and weekend, and I can finally read all the lovely greetings and ficlets and visit the virtual gifts from all of you. Thank you so much! I'll be updating with details as I go.
Yesterday was soccer, family chores, exercise, and logging in to find out I had work to do for my


Checked on the team this morning around 10am (ack-- the deadline, as it turned out!), and then we had a family trip to Apple Hill for crafts, fresh donuts, caramel apples, some cider, and... not so much with the pumpkin purchases. Wonderful trip, and a great dinner at home with cake and presents. Plus, family phone calls.
While I was away, SO many wonderful people sent virtual LJ gifts and posted greetings and ficlets.

I heard from


Also, an anonymous person gave me two months of paid LJ time, which was so sweet and unexpected! Thank you for your thoughtfulness and generosity!
Thank you, one and all, for such a lovely birthday. What a fantastic group of friends you are! ♥