This blog is all about me......I come here for respite in between caring for JoJo (our Daughter who has Special Needs)......I am addicted to starting new projects......I am becoming a fabric-a-holic... I love to try out recipes... take a beach walk and breathe in that salty blue air......love to have coffee...sip a glass of champagne......read a book......I am Queen of the Armchair and am inspired by all the wonderful blogs out there!!!

Friday, August 14, 2009

It's All About JoJo...A Happy Birthday Wiggly Party...And Some Much Needed Respite...

Last weekend we had a very special occassion at this house...JoJo's Birthday!!! She waits all year for this...as she does all occassions and enjoys every moment of every occassion...and she will cheers to that person as well quite a few days before the special day...especially hers!!! A pic of the teddy I saw at last week's Craft Fair and could not resist purchasing...almost as if she spoke to me...I was eyeing her off and the Sales Assistant said...is she speaking to you? That does it I thought...she must be destined for us...!!!

JoJo has named her Jess!!!

Oops...out of order here...

This delightful owl was sent to JoJo all the way from Ireland by Micki and has been named the Harry Potter Owl!!!

Thank you so much Micki for the Harry Potter Owl!!!


JoJo getting acquainted with 'Jess'


JoJo's little Nephew...Ryan


Wiggles Pinata...

Plate...


Cake...

and what party could be without sweets!!!

We all had a beautiful day celebrating!!!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEAR JOJO!!!



Meanwhile...this weekend we are celebrating another occassion!!!

JoJo is away on a little holiday for 3 nights and 3 days...

We are going to be a couple for that time...and do what some people do on weekends...



Enjoy a whole movie without interruption...

Do what we want...when we want...

Have a break from bedtime and bathtime...

Go for a beachwalk when we want...

Enjoy some freedom from caring...

And keep adult hours...not 9-3pm..

We have already started our break...

But I'm sure we will miss our girl!!!

22 comments:

Stina Blomgren said...

Happy Birthday to your sweet JoJo...:o)))
Hope her day became just so special she wanted!! :o)

Anonymous said...

Beautiful pictures of the birthday girl, JoJo. I hope you and hubby enjoy the respite - take some time just for you two and enjoy not having to do anything for a few days.

ceecee said...

Best wishes to the Birthday Girl. And I know you will enjoy your carefree days with the hubby. You deserve it. Pamper yourself, D.
Love to you,
Catherine xx

Anonymous said...

Happy Birthday JoJo :) Beautiful pictures. I love the bear. hugz xxx

Kath said...

Glad the dancing Princess had a fabulous day! Now I know what a Wiggles party is LOL
I'm sure Jo-jo will enjoy her little holiday and it will give you and your dear man a chance to recharge your batteries and renew your romance. Enjoy every minute, you deserve it! love Kath in England

ceecee said...

Hi again -
Translation please - What is a natter? Don't interrupt your respite - send word later. Whatever it is I will give you one on my terrace. Is it a bisquit?
Catherine

Millie said...

Looked like our girl had a fab time on her special day Dzintra! Please give her a big birthday hug from Millie when she returns. I know you & DH will enjoy every moment of your weekend, spoil yourselves to bits.
Millie ^_^

Bev C said...

Hello Dzintra and hubby, enjoy your three days of R&R. I just love JoJo's cake looks like she had fun I especially loved the teddy and owl she looks so sweet in that photo of her and her teddy. Yes they do talk don't they. I remember having tea party's and I am sure those dolls talked back to me. Enjoy.p.s. lovely music.

Nat Palaskas said...

Happy Birthday JOJO, you have birthday the same month as me!!! Hey Dzintra, I have posted my giveaways just before I left so go and enter - See you soon - Hugs Nat

Kimonos and Sushi(OLD BLOG) said...

Happy Birthday JoJo, by the looks of things a great was had by all. The teddy is just gorgeous and what a nice owl from overseas..Hugs to you all
Andrea

Fer said...

Happy birthday JoJo!

Hope you enjoy your break, sounds like you're off to a flying start!

vicki archer said...

Have a wonderful weekend Dzintra and happy birthday to your darling JoJo, xv.

Susan McShannon-Monteith said...

Happy birthday JoJo from the other side of the world!
And may you and Hubby enjoy your weekend of bliss D.
xo Susan

Mrs Quilty said...

I am new to your blog and love it! I want to Send Happy Birthday wishes to your JoJo!!! Her picture is adorable!! I do hope you and hubby enjoyed your retreat! Very necessary, I am sure!! I love the owl from Micki, who's blog I follow daily! I also love the teddy bear, so sweet!!! Please come visit my blog at thegoodlifeatmyhouse.blogspot.com!! Would love to get to know you more!

a good yarn said...

Happy Birthday to a Sepcial Girl! Three cheers for JoJo. That's a lovely bear and yes - they do *talk* to you! Looks like you all had a delicious time. Enjoy your time together. Ann :)

Jeni said...

What a day to treasure.... and also...some your time too............... have a great time my friend

Micki said...

Happy Birthday to JoJo and just enjoy the respite with your dear husband. I will be thinkinf of the two of you doing what you want and when you want. Glad that JoJo loved the owl and called him the Harry Potter owl...perfect name!
Hugs,
Micki

Clarity said...

Happy Birthday JoJo, that birthday cake looks so cool.

I'm glad that you have had a weekend together, in any family a couple needs time to be themselves together, alone. Hope it was wonderful and peaceful.

Natalija said...

Happy b-day to JoJo :) I hope you enjoy your time.

Vicki's Bit-o-earth said...

Happy belated Birthday to the lovely and beautiful JoJo!!! I love the teddy bear, and looks like she does too. (:

Enjoy your much deserved "couple time" Dzintra and Hubby~
XX Vicki

Anonymous said...

Happy Birthday to Jo Jo.....I hope you enjoy your time with DH....love the little owl...hugs lyn

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