Yesterday was one of the best days of my life. Up to now. Period. End of story.
September 12th is my half birthday. (
I know, that's a very 5-year-old thing to keep track of but hear me out on why they are so awesome...First, you're not actually getting any older (yes, you're a day older but people age in years, not days); second, there's no pressure to make it awesome; third, who doesn't want an excuse to have a party? I could go on and on about the advantages of half-birthdays but I won't because that's not what this post is about.)
Here's how my oh so amazing day went down:
I started the day off by going to church, which is always awesome. Instead of going to my ward's sacrament meeting, I was able to go to Amanda and Thomas' ward for Amanda's confirmation. It was
so good. I am so stoked for her. She was so happy.
Following Amanda's confirmation, I made chili and cornbread for dinner with Anthony, Jaynee, and Jenny. It was stinking delicious! Then we had a pizookie for dessert. Holy moley. If you don't know what a pizookie is, you're missing out. Here's a little explanation...take cookie dough, put it in a small pie tin, cook until it's done on the outsides but still slightly gooey in the middle, top with ice cream, devour. So good. There may be pictures one day.
Jenny and I then went to set up refreshments for the CES fireside. We listened to Elder Richard G. Scott speak. He is such an amazing man. It was a great fireside. Originally, I did not plan on going. I'm so glad I did now.
When the fireside was over, I expected people to come to my house to hang out because that's what we do. Anthony was giving me a ride home. He was taking forever. I was tired and just wanted to go home.
We finally headed home and I saw all my friends' cars in the parking lot. As I was walking up to my complex, I realized that all the lights in my house were off. What the heck are they doing in there in the dark? Weirdos!
Then it dawned on me. It was my half birthday and no one had said anything about it. These little cuties were throwing a surprise party for me. Yippee-I-O-Ki-Ay!