Monday, May 30, 2011

Blue Monday - Twin's Birthday

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Exciting times were had at my house! This past Thursday was my birthday! That evening, my first-born grandchild, Lauren, and her boyfriend, Christian, made me these gorgeous Blue Cake Pops. What a delightful presentation.

I hope you notice I'm wearing a Blue shirt. So is Lauren.




They baked a cake and then crumbled it up, mixed it with icing, and formed balls to be stuck on the ends of lollipop sticks. They dipped the pops into melted white chocolate, and some were colored a beautiful Turquoise Blue.

Here's a close-up of the yummy confections. They did such an excellent job.




The following day, my daughter, Debi, gave us a terrific party; we had games and prizes!
She made dinner for the whole gang!

Here is Debi with me, my son, Allen, and Johnny.
We're all wearing a shade of beautiful Blue.

(Those pictures on the wall are of our grandchildren.)




I have a twin, so it was his birthday too. He came with his wife and two sons.
We had a packed house. I loved it!

My daughter-in-law made our favorite birthday cakes.
She made a banana cake for my brother and a coconut cake for me!

Here I am with my twin. He's MUCH older than I. (Ahem.)

What a super day!




Happy Blue Monday!


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2. Underwater World
3. Hyacinths for the Soul
4. Maantaj - Marina
5. Rajesh, India
6. John, USA
7. Ms. Burrito
8. LaVoice
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33. Marie's Maison
34. Lina, Indonesia
35. JanzCrystalz
36. Deliciously Spicy Moments
37. Jhansson
38. Milla
39. Francisca in Amsterdam
40. Diann @ The Thrifty Groove
41. Chie@WhereAbouts
42. Rinkly Rimes
43. Anni
44. Leckeres für Mensch und Katze
45. A Sojourner's Saga
46. Shannara
47. Andy - Canada
48. Birgitta in Budapest
49. suzyq - atthefarmhouse
50. Reach Beyond Limits
51. Ella Maes Barn Gathering
52. Anne
53. Jeanne, backyard neighbor
54. mizhelle
55. Melandria
56. Bogie
57. Fe's Journey of Life
58. Emm, Phils.
59. AnnA, Sweden
60. Gittan Sweden
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63. sandi @ the whistlestop cafe
64. Eden,Australia
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66. Sweet Nothings
67. The Explorer, Philippines
68. Spice Up Your Life
69. Kim,USA
70. hapzydeco
71. My Place to Yours
72. Ann & Tin and Sparkle
73. Komali - Sunday flowers
74. My Little Boy Blue {australia}
75. srp
76. Lifemoto - Street Foods
77. Around California
78. Olive Tree
79. Gypsea Nurse
80. Points of View and Thoughts
81. raji
82. Tattered Rebel
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84. Mel Cole
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66 comments:

 gmirage said...

Those are really cute! -gmirage

xinex said...

Oh how fun! I didn't know you have a twin brother, Sally. Happy birthday to both of you! The cake balls look so pretty. How lucky are you to have a very thoughtful family surrounding you!...Christine

Sarah said...

Happy Birthday, Sally ( also to your twin). I'm married to a twin. ;-)
Those cake pops look cute and delicious.
Happy Blue Monday, Smiling Sally.
~ Sarah

J.Rylie.C said...

Happy birthday, nice celebration!

Chubskulit Rose said...

What a fun celebration, happy birthday to both!

Rajesh said...

Happy Birthday to you.

Fifi Flowers said...

Hope you're having a nice holiday weekend!

Dena E's Blog said...

Oh how delightful !!! Bet they're YUMMY too!!!!
Enjoy a safe and blessed in Christ Holiday weekend and new week too~~~Hugs Dena

Dena E's Blog said...

BTW~~~ HaPpY BiRtHdAy Sally!!!!

Clavel said...

Happy birthday Aunt Sally!
clavs

MommyJ said...

Happy Birthday!

Becky said...

Oh Sally, what a lovely birthday you had. Those cake pops are gorgeous. But I think the coconut cake sounds like it tasted better. :-)

Many happy returns.
Becky

genny said...

beautiful! happy bday Sally. indeed you are blessed with loving family. more bdays to come and blessings.:-)

mine is here:
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Esme Sy said...

Belated happy birthday! The cake looks delicious. :)

My Blue Monday.

Unknown said...

Love shades of blue! Ever noticed that everyone looks good in blue?

Unknown said...

Belated Happy Birthday to you!

More blessings...

Marie said...

Big birthday blessings to you dear Sally! Those lollipop cakes looks so yummy and beautiful!

Happy Monday!
-Marie

Lina Gustina said...

Belated happy birthday, Sally...
You really have a wonderful family!
The cake looks cute :)

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My name is Riet said...

Happy belated birthday Sally to you and your twin. Lovely photo's of the party.

Gin Hansson said...

wow lovely blues and love those on the cpitures...

Very yummy cake and very artistic. Really you have a twin Sally? wow love all your smiles...

Anyway, Belated happy, happy birthday.. God health always and stay happy.. God bless you

Lia said...

Happy birthday Sally! Looks like fun times were had by all!

Chie Wilks said...

Happy Birthday to you Sally and of course to your twin brother too. Those cake pops looks inviting...would love to grab one. Nice blue top you wore on your b-day too. You sure had a blast!

Rinkly Rimes said...

Even if there wasn't a blue in sight these shots would be joyous. Congratulations.

Anni said...

Happy Birthday and Happy Blue Monday!

Andy said...

It was a blue day but it was a happy blue. Not only is your twin brother older but he's not as good looking as you Sally. Happy Birthday!

B i r g i t t a said...

Lovely photos of your family, Sally.
Must have been a wonderful day.
Happy BM!

•°°• IcyBC •°°• said...

Happy belated birthday, Sally!

The lollipop candy is fabulous..

Rebecca said...

I just love cake pops! I made some last year-messy, but yummy!

Annesphamily said...

Happy Birthday to you! Wow! Those cake pops are so cool! I have had them. They are so sweet and you have to be careful not to eat all of them cause they are yummy! Happy Blue Monday with a beautiful birthday greeting from Colorful Colorado from me to you! Anne

Marice said...

WOW! It is your birthday! And your twin brother's too! Such a surprise :) For sure the celebration was so much fun! Wish you both all the best!

Jeanne said...

Happy belated birthday to you and your twin brother Sally. Your happy pretty face made me smile and be very happy for your wonderful birthday celebration. The cake pops made by Lauren are beautiful and I am sure they were delicious. Lauren is beautiful and those pops were a labor of love.

Oh what a party. Fun, games and individual birthday cakes. Your DIL is a special person. How wonderful to be surrounded by loved ones on your special day.

We are having a great time here in Maine. The weather is chilly but we are 'chillin' so it is all good.
Love, Jeanne

GratefulPrayerThankfulHeart said...

Happy Birthday to you and your twin! What a fun celebration you had with your dear family! Love the pretty blue cake pops and all of the photos! Very nice! :)

Becky K. said...

What wonderful birthday celebrations you had. Obviously you are loved and respected by your family. That says so much!!

Happy Belated birthday, Sally.

Becky K.

Emm said...

Aww, that's sweet! =) Happy Birthday dear Sally and to your twin too. cheers! =)

black eyed susans kitchen said...

Lovely post Sally and happy belated birthday. Those cake pops are so festive...you have a terrific family.

Eden said...

Happy belated birthday, Sally and to your twin.

Anonymous said...

A belated happy birthday to you, and what a beautiful bluesy birthday you had! Those cake pops look so yummy!

bj said...

Oh my goodness, blessings abound at your home, Sally.
I had no idea you had a twin. How wonderful is that!!
Those cake pops are the cutest things and I am dying to make some.
So glad you had such a fun birthday.
Happiest Belated Birthday to one of Bloglands most loved ladies.:))
xo bj

Francisca said...

It's my first time linking here and WoW I get to meet you and your whole family... in blue! Happy BLUE Monday AND Thursday to you, Sally! Looks like you've had awesome blue parties with your family... May you have many blue returns! And thanks for hosting.

Tina´s PicStory said...

Happy blue monday to you dear Sally! Lg Tina

Lainy said...

Belated Happy birthday , Sally! You sure had a great bluer party out there.

It's my first time joining here. I screwed up the html code, sorry about that but had it fixed just now :-)

More blessings to you and your family!

Hugs!

Susan Nowell @ My Place to Yours said...

What fun memories you made with your family! Those cake pops look yummy, too!

Ann said...

Fantastic looking family. How sweet of your grandchildren to make the cake balls (thats what we call them). We ususally just make them and serve them without the sticks, but I love this idea. How wonderful everyone got their own favorite dessert. Happy Memorial Day.
Ann

LV said...

Sally, I am sorry I missed your special day. Sounds like it went very well without me. That is just the neatest idea they did on the cake balls. Time has been kind to you. You and your brother look so good. It was a pleasure meeting all your family.

srp said...

What a unique idea for cake pops! And they look so yummy too. I hope your birthday was all you wished for and that you have a marvelous year ahead!

Anonymous said...

Happy birthday!! Being a twin must have been awesome growing up..

Life Moto said...

happy birthday sally. wish you have candles to burn and cakes to give!

Anonymous said...

Happy Blue Monday to everyone. For those who celebrate Memorial Day in the U.S., have a wonderful celebration.

Gypsea Nurse said...

Happy Memorial Day Sally!!!
Enjoy your day!
xoxo
Cricket

Gypsea Nurse said...

Happy Memorial Day Sally!!!
Enjoy your day!
xoxo
Cricket

Gypsea Nurse said...

Happy Memorial Day Sally!!!
Enjoy your day!
xoxo
Cricket

raji said...

nice colors and family photographs.Happy birthday to u sally.I did leave my link this time.Thanks.

anne said...

what a yummy cake you had on your birthday! Happy Birthday Sally!

Donnie said...

Looks like you had a wonderful Birthday and I loved all your blues. Happy Birthday from Don and I both. {{{Big Birthday Hugs}}}

Mel_Cole said...

Wowhoo, looks like a fun day :) Happy memorial day to you Sally.

Vivianapachecofineart said...

I finally have something blue to show ya, even if it's just the background!

Dorincard said...

Best wishes to all of you! You just might be the most non-ageing twin sister ever!...:)

Lavender and Linen said...

Happy Blue Monday and happy birthday!

Blessings,

Linda Bob Grifins Korbetis Hall said...

Happy Birthday to the twin, and his family.

Sorry for being in a rush early.
Cheers.

The French Hutch said...

Sally, a happy belated birthday to you. What a beautiful family you have, and to have your first grandchild born that evening, what a special gift. Your lovely GD, Lauren and her boyfriend sure gave you a yummy gift of those chocolate dipped pops.....Looks like a good time was had by all

~Emily
The French Hutch

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☆Mama Ko☆ said...

Belated Happy birthday to you and your Twin Miss Sally. I did not know you have a twin. Wish you good health, happy times and more blessings to come your way. God bless

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purethoughts said...

Hi Sally! i never fail to join Blue MOndays and I really appreciate it that you take time to visit all our entries! I love it! I would like to invite you to a meme that I am currently hosting (tomorrow will be the second week) -- it's WEDNESDAY WHITES at http://www.colorsandcontrasts.com

Raya

Barbara Rosenzweig said...

Wow! Love your blues!!
Have a great week,
Barb

Anonymous said...

Happy Birthday, Sally! I've so missed Blue Mondays but have been at odds with lots of other things than blogging and visiting.

What fun celebrations with family. Those blue cake pops look scrumptious!

Have a wonderfully blessed year.
Hugs,
Karen

Sara's Sweet Surprise said...

Dear Sally~ I've got a favor to ask...I would like to invite you over for a visit to see a very special post I've written. I would love it if you could take a few moments to stop by.
Thank you sweet friend,
Sara