Birthdays Galore

I didn't take this picture, clearly, but I felt it deserved top billing
This may have been taken by my SIL Amy, which would explain the quality of the shot
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I have been remiss! I didn't even realize I'd gone this long without posting anything, which is especially obnoxious of me since I have ten posts ready to go! 

Since yesterday was my birthday (yay thirty!) it's only fitting to post some other birthday pictures!

Gram turned 85 this year, which of course meant a big backyard party complete with a cousin reunion.

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A heartfelt hello

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The tent annoyingly gave a red glare on everything but I de-pinked this as much as I could

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Even grandmothers get birthday cakes with tiny animals on them.

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Sharing a laugh during the present opening phase

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I hate the blurry hand but I still love the expression

Earlier last month we celebrated Rocky's birthday at his new place. 

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yes I made that beautiful apple cake

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blowing out the candles

And of course, we celebrated my 30th alllll month long :) 

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Ender enjoys a beer while waiting for the birthday cake to be cut

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photo credit J. Really liked it so it made the cut anyways. 

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Emily gets her gun

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Our nonessential flapper

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Mrs. Peacock shares a laugh with Keely Travelers

For the editing of the Murder Mystery Party shots, I de-saturated them a little bit because I wanted to get a more old fashioned feel since it was set in the 20s.

Next week I will be in Greece! yay! Maybe before I go I'll throw ya'll a bone and post some Bethany Beach/Fire Island pictures!