Fabulous Birthday!!

Happy Birthday to me!! Ok, I'm a little late, my birthday was July 9th. But better late then never. I thought I would post some fun pics from my birthday adventures. First off, I have to say that I have such a wonderful group of friends and because of them I had such a tremendous day! During the work day (Yes, I actually made it to work) my wonderful co-workers took me out to lunch at Bugatti's where we all got our fair share of heat (it was about 93 degrees that day), but at least we had umbrella's but poor Kim still ended up with a burnt back :( Anyways, arriving a little late, Amanda, Kim and Jennifer showed up with a lovely mint plant!! I was SO excited! I have been on a mojito kick and I just can't seem to buy enough mint. So that was the prefect little gift for me. I was so spoiled that day.

My boyfriend David delivered these flowers to me! Aren't they fabulous?
And I love the vase!

Beautiful Dahlia's and green Roses that my good friend Kari gave me

And my tasty mint plant, grow little guy, grow!

Next came after work festivities where my good friends Heather, Corinn and Kari met up with me at 820, a fabulous place for Happy Hour, and the coctails are delish! I had an ad-lib which was made of lemon, lime cilantro and of course vodka, I've been trying to copy it ever since and just can't seem to match it. I did however make a killer basil lemon drop the other day though. Ok, on with my wonderful day. After 820 is was on to Equinox which was another great place (recommended by Miss Kari) More people joined us, including my parents, Kari's husband Bryan, my boyfriend David, and last but certainly not least my good friend Amanda was able to make it with her husband Scott and adorable little girl Lexi! Needless to say, the night was fabulous. What more could you want, great cocktails, great food, and amazing company!!

Kari, Corinn, Myself
Then it was off to Karaoke at the one and only Alibi! Which is a landmark in Portlanders eyes. It's a tikki bar from the 70's (I think) and I don't think they've changed the decor since then! It's a fun smoky place to get a little crazy singing in. Kari and Bryan joined David and I, and the rest is history. Fabulous, flaming night, that's all I can say. Insert David and Elena here...