When the whole world is running towards a cliff, - he who is running in the opposite direction appears to have lost his mind. C.S.Lewis

Tuesday, February 24, 2026

February 24 2026 I turn 73 on the 27th.



My birthday is Friday.  73

I haven't had my birthday party yet, so I will show you Kelly's birthday from last week.




Click on the above line if you want to look into it more.
It's a great big indoor city of restaurants.

Kelly's favorite place for her birthday last week:

BELLINA'S







It is a city of restaurants in Atlanta.





















THINGS I AM THANKFUL FOR:
My friend Cheri to the left and Edna celebrating my birthday last week. Margaret too.
I was taken out to dinner last week by Lynne.
I'm meeting Carol for lunch on Wednesday.
Meeting Kristie for breakfast on Friday.
My lovely birthday cards.
My kids.
My wonderful blog friends.
My bible study.
My Ruth Group.

I am one of the most blessed persons I know.  I have the best and dearest friends ever.  
Life has not been easy - but life has been good.
Thank you, God!

So, on the 27th we are going Mexican! So, more pictures next week.









                                                                                       

  
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32 comments:

Kay G. said...

Oh that last one really sums it up! Happy birthday on Friday! Of course I know of Ponce Street Market but I have never been! LOL!

Kay G. said...

Isn't it Ponce City Market? Hey, thats what I've heard it called but maybe I will visit one day and find out! 😅

Victor S E Moubarak said...

Happy Birthday Sandie. Wishing you the greatest of happiness and many more birthdays filled with joy, good health and whatever you desire.

God bless you always.

Shug said...

Happy early Birthday Wishes Sandie. You have a great lineup of celebration meals this week which shows how much you are loved. Mexican food...never disappoints. Enjoy each lunch and each dinner as you celebrate with friends.. Grandsons hair? You do have to admit that he does have very nice hair. Wishing you the Best Birthday Week. 🎂🍰🎉

Mari said...

Happy Early Birthday! It looks like you are well loved and celebrated! Enjoy every moment!

jack69 said...

This was super. YES we definitely think different when our time left decreases TRUE graphics. LOL. Enjoy your birthday time, and of course I love the thoughts of the Ruth Group. SWEET. Sending Love up that way, STAY WARM young lady! Love your way....

jack69 said...

PS: I love the idea of choices close to each other for a good dinner... ;-)

Chez Cheri said...

Happy Birthday (Early) but I didn't want to forget, I get so busy with building our house that time escapes me. I hope you have a wonderful day!

I'm mostly known as 'MA' said...

Happy Birthday to you! You are well blessed and have a wonderful life. Enjoy it all! We have a lot of good Mexican places to eat here in Texas. I'll think of you next time I go!

☘️ Debby said...

Happy Birthday. My 72nd birthday is in a week. I can't wait!

Martha Jane Orlando said...

Happy Birthday, Sandie!!! I'll turn 71 on March 1st! We are almost two years apart to the very day. Two Pisces gals - LOL! Maybe, that's why we hit it off. Happy Birthday to Kelly, too!

Red Rose Alley said...

aahh, I can't help but love that Snoopy. He gets to me every time. ; ) Now, is this like a food court of places to eat? It looks so festive and lively. Kelly looks pretty in her green top. We have the food courts at the malls here, but I'm sure this is a bit different at this city of restaurants. Edna must have been thrilled to visit with you. I hope you have a good Mexican dinner on your birthday coming up. I didn't know you turn 72! I love that last picture and quote of the man fishing. Happy Birthday to one of the dearest blog friends every! : )

Red Rose Alley said...

Ooooops, I meant blog friends ever! hehehehe

Ginny Hartzler said...

HAPPY HAPPY BIRTHDAY!! Looks like you are having a great one. An entire mini city of restaraunts, wow!! And the tall building on your link, with the blue artwork is amazing.

Linda's Relaxing Lair said...

Hi Sandie, lovely photos and illustrations. Happy Birthday 🎂 🥳 for Friday. 💓

photowannabe said...

Oh yes to the ending pictures..Dave and I were just talking about how much life is already lived compared to what is to come.
Happy early birthday. I'm glad you have been celebrating with your dear friends and have a wonderful party to come with family.
Enjoy !!!
Sue

DeniseinVA said...

First of all, Happy Birthday for Friday Sandie. Loved looking through your photos and seeing everyone having such a good time. Looks like a whole lot more to come too. Wonderful! Have a great birthday week!

Prims By The Water said...

Looks like you will be a busy lady. Hope you have fun each day! Janice

Ann said...

Happy early birthday. Sounds like you'll be doing lots of celebrating. That looks like a neat place that you went to for Kelly's birthday

Mevely317 said...

Happy early birthday to you! My DIL's birthday was yesterday, and Tom turns 84 on Thursday -- we're all going out to celebrate this Saturday.
Ponce Street Market looks like an upscale food court on steroids. I'd love that!

Gemel said...

Happy birthday to you 🎂
Happy birthday to you 🎂
Happy birthday dearest Sandie 🎊🎉
Happy birthday to you 🎂🎂🎂
Have a fantastic week of birthday celebrations. Sounds like you have lots of people who love you, what a blessing 🙏
The menu had a great selection of vegan/vegetarian dishes. Far better than what one gets offered here in sleepy Perth.

CheerfulMonk said...

Happy upcoming birthday!

Debby@Just Breathe said...

Hope you have a lovely 73rd birthday. I'm sorry I didn't get a card out to you. Happy Birthday to Kelly. Glad you like the restaurant. Enjoyed your photos. That is interesting that he hasn't cut his hair. That is sweet of them to celebrate your birthday. Wow, so many celebrations coming up. That's awesome.

Lara Kaye said...

I hope you have a fantastic birthday celebration, and that you experience a very special blessing on the day. I look forward to reading about your day and seeing the photos.

Terri D said...

Happy birthday week, dear friend!! It sounds like you are being celebrated well!! I look forward to seeing pictures from your Mexican birthday dinner!! Sending love and a hug! xo

Abby said...

Happy 73rd! A lot of celebrating YOU going on :)

Great-Granny Grandma said...

Happy Birthday!
Hope you enjoy every minute of it, and it's filled with many unexpected blessings and happy surprises.

www.nancyaruegg.com said...

I feel the same as you do, Sandie--so very blessed with family, friends, a vibrant church family, and so much more. Happy birthday!

Debbie Nolan said...

Sandie Happy birthday - Yes you are blessed my friend and part of the blessing is knowing you are. I hope your celebrations continue and that the Mexican food is delicious. Sending you a big birthday hug! God Bless You

photowannabe said...

Happy, Happy Birthday Dear Friend.
Enjoy everything about your special day.
(((hugs)))
Sue

Susan Kane said...

Happy Birthday! I turned 73 on Dec. 4, still surprised by that. Enjoy the year!

Lowcarb team member said...

Many Happy Birthday Wishes Sandie.

All the best Jan