Show and Tell Birthday goodies

 Wow, that is a big number isn't it?!  When I looked through the mail on my birthday, there was a membership sign up for AARP, boy they have that down to a science don't they? This could have easily derailed the rest of the day, had it not been for my sweet family members showering me with gifts and spending the whole day with me on a mini clothes shopping spree! So not only did I get the goodies pictured here on this post, I also got spoiled rotten with a nice brunch and most of the day shopping for little old me.

 Caitlin and Cyrous got me this beautiful Mason Cash batter bowl, along with a cute tea towel and pot holder.

 Nicole and Pierre sent me this ,via an Etsy seller. Thanks Nicole for getting me hooked on this ladies Etsy shop! Can you believe all those circles on this fabric, along with the scalloped edge, is hand embroidered?! I have to find something very special to make with this.

My dad and stepmom gave me this beautiful book on choosing color for embroidery projects. Love it!

 They also gave me this size 5 dress form. This will be so helpful.

 My lovely blog friend Valerie, sent me all these lovely gifts all the way from France. I love how she sent a little taste of where she lives, especially the little Quimper bowl.

 I think my family thought I was left out of the "tablet" loop, since they each have one, and I was the odd man out. Hello iPad, I love you, and can't wait to play with you :) My sister gave me a really cute cover for it and a special little pen. Thanks sis.

Last but certainly not least is a beautiful hand painted card made by Caitlin. Cute right?!

I couldn't have asked for a happier 50th birthday! I had so much fun, and the weather finally broke out with all its fall colors and temperatures that day. Topped off with my wonderful dinner at Chez Pannise, I would say this was a very sweet day, and one to cherish.  Thanks everyone on Facebook for my birthday wishes as well.