Hullo there, blog readers
I just thought I’d take the time to wish all the Americans out there a happy Independence Day … but only because it gives me another opportunity to post a picture of a very cute kitty! *squee* 🙂
Also: a very happy birthday to Mr Jack Daniels! Here’s to a better year ahead for you.
Morning blog readers!
And how are we all this morning? Hmmm??
I have a substantial headache, but other than that, I suppose I cannot complain. Tomorrow is a public holiday here in South Africa, as is next Tuesday (we’re probably one of the countries with the most public holidays – it’s ridiculous). So, if you take into account that I’ve put in leave for Monday, I’ll be having a 5-day weekend! 😀
I’ve taken on some freelance work and will be working over the long weekend, but (1) at least it’ll help me in the experience department, and (2) it’s extra money in my pocket, which is always nice.
We had my sister’s 21st birthday party last Saturday. Theme: Rock of Ages. Dress code: 50s to 80s attire. With that taken into account, I thought it only fitting to bake some rainbow cupcakes for the 60s/70s. I nearly ‘lost it’ when the birthday cake came out too moist (hate hate hate our oven!), and it made crumbs that got stuck in the icing, and I couldn’t get it to look a bit more professional… yet, overall, I think it turned out pretty well. I’ll share some photos below:
Addy's 21st birthday cake! I even made the 'd' in her name look like a musical note
Here's the origami piano I made 🙂
Thought the edible guitars would add a nice rockin' touch. Note: they're store-bought
Detail on cake: hearts & black 'beading'
Cupcake toppers...
...plus rainbow cupcakes...
...equals pretty (awesome) treats!!!
Some of the (80s) decorations in the hall
Feelin' the 50s/60s vibe with this sweet ride
For the birthday girl, who's a music student
This was placed in the foyer
And finally, here she is: the birthday girl! ❤
So today is an exceptionally special day…
…since my younger sister, Addy, is turning 21 (!!!) *sniff*
Addy, you know that being someone’s sister isn’t always easy (especially in our case, amirite?!), but you have to admit that it’s a LOT of fun too 😉
There’s so much I can say to you on what is deemed a momentous occasion, but I also don’t want you to get ’embarrassed’ or overwhelmed by my sentimentality, so I thought I’d lighten the general mood by having Basement Cat join in the celebrations:
On a more serious & soppy note, I just want to let you know that I think
Sure, you’re at university and have to go to your classes et cetera, but I still hope that the day is filled with fun, laughter, happiness, mischief, treats (read: gifts, flowers, chocolate, CAKE) and everything that someone as superb as yourself deserves Every. Single. Day. !!
In conclusion, all that I really want to say it this: ai Lovez you, me twinzee! *biiiiiiiig hug* Sad that I’m not with you, but I’ll see you on Saturday. xxxx
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