Happy 37th Birthday!!!

Yesterday was my birthday and I had a fantastic day. First of all, I skyped with my sister and was able to hang out with her via computer (oh, the wonders of modern technology!) and then I had a little gathering of amazing people in my life-- and it was a success!
What I now realize is how all the different strands of interest in my life are now, slowly coming together: that of social justice, education and writing. Since I've only just recently embarked in the field of education, I am interested in how each will inform the other. This upcoming year is a year of observation, learning and action.
Sounds exciting!
farvel,
the lab

Comments

Felicity said…
Happy Birthday, you look lovely
12:10 PM
Maximilian C. Forte said…
Let me be the last person to wish you a very Happy Birthday! (You were the first in my case, but sadly I hardly ever log into FB these days, and often miss the useful reminders.)

That's a great photo and I am happy to read that you had a great day.

If anyone makes any cracks about age, remember to tell them that 37 is the new 17!

Big hugs and very best wishes,

Max.
3:37 PM
underOvr (aka The U) said…
Looks like I'm last in line for this occasion...Happy Birthday!

Your description says it was very special. I'm glad to hear it was.

underOvr
7:21 PM
Carolyn Vines said…
Sounds like you had a meaningful (AND FUN) birthday. You do 37 proud! Here's to an exciting year.
8:38 AM
blackgirl on mars said…
Yeay! Thank you all for your birthday wishes! New beginnings are always great! Hugs to you all,
lab
10:09 AM
achoiceofweapons said…
Happy Birthday!
Sista Martian! With Love from Long Beach.
Jaycee
10:39 AM
blackgirl on mars said…
thanks mista jaycee! :-)
12:44 PM
Lenoxave said…
Feliz Cumpleanos! You don't look a day over 25. Wink. Lookin' fab.
7:21 PM
Color Online said…
Happy Birthday! Love and support for what you do.
10:30 PM
blackgirl on mars said…
Thanks SDG and Color Online: let's keep doing what we are doing!
hugs from mars,
the lab
4:12 AM
Anonymous said…
Hey Sis, just wanted to say: LOOKIN' GOOD GIRL! :) Wishing you the best...but then i wished you all that good stuff already :) Just poppin' in to share the LOVE! shelley
4:28 PM
blackgirl on mars said…
thanks sis! :-)
12:44 AM
blackgirl on mars said…
thanks Empress Imperial (love that name!)
hugs from shoot 'em up Cph,
the lab
7:42 AM
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