A beautiful day to celebrate

June 8, 2014

Since I’ll be baking a cake while my readers grab their morning cup of hot tea (or alternative), today's blog is very short. I'll tell you what the cake is for in a moment. 

I read where it’s a good idea for a blogger to stick to one theme. Would it fit the criteria if I say my theme is what matters most to me in life? 

First and foremost, that would be my husband, whose birthday it is today. HAPPY BIRTHDAY TIMOTHY! Yes, I'm making him an angel-food cake and spending the day enjoying his company, unplugged from the electronic world.

The other love of my life is my son, Alan. He’s a civil engineer and will be visiting us later. It doesn't seem quite fair to say so little about him compared to my next family member, but there'll be other blogs.

Last but not least is our dog, Julius Caesar. He’s a blue-dappled mini-Dachshund, though his front legs are suspiciously long for a purebred. We used to say he was tiny but mighty, except now he’s, well, just mighty. His breed has a strong hunger drive.

Our Caesar loves to snuggle or burrow in his blankets, and he loves wearing sweaters or jackets. Nothing better to keep you on a routine than a dog, and so he can’t understand why Mommy is stuck to the desk chair all the time, especially if he wants to take an extra walk. He loves us with all his heart and we love him just as much. 

Here are some photos of our little guy…

March 3, 2007 – 5 months old

February 10, 2010 – 3 yrs, 4 mos

April 2, 2011 – 5 yrs, 6 mos

Christmas 2013 – 7 years 

What pets do you have? I love hearing what people name their pets, don't you?