Don't you just love celebrations? I know I do. . . and I'm lucky that I have friends who feel the same way.
For example, last Saturday a group of us met at Michelle's house for our annual celebration of the blooming of her mimosa tree!! Because she'd had the tree trimmed earlier, it didn't produce an abundance of blooms this year, but it made the perfect backdrop for our group photo AND, most importantly, is provided a great excuse to get together.
You can see waaaaaaay up on the top of her tree were some pretty blooms. It was also a gorgeous morning. . .just look at that sky!!!
We always have a little brunch that we enjoy in lawn chairs so we can view her tree!!
Note: check out the PINK plates, napkins and utensils Michelle had for us!!
Wednesday was National Hot-dog Day.....did you know that? Well, Jana (in PINK), the leader of our Wednesday night running group knew that and she arranged for a vendor to be there and to serve us Chicago style hot-dogs after we finished our runs!! What a great way to celebrate completing a 3.5 mile run on a very hot July evening! Karen (middle) and I love hot-dogs and they were delicious!
This morning three of us from our little running group ran/walked our longest distance of the season so far. . . .EIGHT MILES!! Now that's definitely a reason to celebrate!!! This is part of our training to build up to a half marathon distance (13.1 miles) which we will run in mid October!!
L to R: Karen, me, Joan
One day last week I saw that someone was celebrating a birthday! I didn't know that person, but I do know someone that's very special to all of us who will be celebrating HER birthday tomorrow (the 26th) and that is. . . .
our very own BEVERLY!!!
In fact, Beverly, THE STONE RABBIT is already toasting your special day with a little mimosa! We both hope you have a fantastic birthday. . .and that you are able to blow out all of those candles in one breath!! :)
Please be sure to visit Beverly's blog HOW SWEET THE SOUND! You will find a long list of bloggers who also have special PINKS to share with you this weekend!!!
HAPPY PINK SATURDAY!!
DANA
Ah, you are just too sweet and good to me. One year pink cuppycakes and now pink mimosas. I would love to sit and sip on one with you.
I know another pinkie that will be celebrating very, very soon. Happy Pink Saturday, my pink and special July girl - and friend.♥
Posted by: | July 25, 2014 at 08:41 AM
Oh, what fun, Dana! A mimosa blooming party! We had one in our yard growing up, but it's long gone now. :( I loved it. Awesome running adventures. My aunt just had back surgery and her therapy is to work up to walking 5 miles a day - she's 83! Bless her - she's a trouper! Just like you!
Joy!
Kathy
Posted by: Kathryn Ross | July 25, 2014 at 04:47 PM
What a great idea for a get together. Looks like a great bunch. Best wishes for an awesome summer. Happy Pink Saturday!
Posted by: Susan | July 26, 2014 at 04:28 AM
Wow! I am so excited for your half marathon in October. I am doing a couch to 5k program. Of course, I have a colleague who is an ultra runner. She finished a 100 mile endurance run a while back, so by comparison, I feel like a wimp. Of course we all have to start somewhere, right. Congrats on your workouts. I wish I had a friend who would reward me with hotdogs. Instead, I get watermelon cake.
Posted by: Patty | July 26, 2014 at 08:27 AM
Mimosa Tree celebration--now that's just clever. Love the fact you get together each year.
Ann
Posted by: Ann | July 26, 2014 at 11:54 AM