I’m not really sure why, but the strangest thing happened the other day. Everyone kept telling me I was “a quarter of a century.” I’m not really sure what they are talking about because I’m only eighteen and fresh out of high school, right? Where on earth did the time go? Why do I feel eighteen but look twenty-five? Holy cow!

My family and friends spoiled me with a dinner to Tomatinos, cookie cake, and beautiful gifts. I told Ryan that all I wanted for my birthday this year was a cookie cake and dinner to Olive Garden. He gave me the hot date and cake, but also surprised me with diamond earrings! I did not see that one coming at all! It was so sweet and thoughtful. I still can’t get over it. I am a very blessed girl. Thank you, Lord for a wonderful 25 years.