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Wednesday, February 3, 2016

Color Me Happy

Because it's my birthday and unexpected surprises came in the mail this week.
Coloring books, markers and LOTS of cards with well wishes — happiness abounds!



The books and markers are gifts from daughter Coleen and husband Paulo. 
The cards are from friends, family and fellow bloggers. 

A couple of months ago we started going to adult coloring sessions at the public library. The daytime session meets weekly and an evening session meets twice a month. The library provides supplies: coloring books, pencils, markers, gel pens, crayons. Many participants bring their own supplies too. I hadn't invested in books and was using an older set of pencils. Getting my own book and pens was thought about, but not yet accomplished. 
Now, I am all set for the next sessions!

Today, I am graciously sharing my birthday with many notable personalities, including:  Joey Bishop, Shelly Berman, James Michener, Amal Aladdin Clooney, Gertrude Stein, Norman Rockwell, Elizabeth Blackwell, Horace Greeley, Nathan Lane, Blythe Danner, Henry Heimlich, Felix Mendelssohn.

And especially my cousins Rick (Feb 3) on the left below and John (Feb 5) on the right. That's younger cousin Michael in the middle. We were ALL younger then — can't you tell by the wallpaper and sofa?


Do you color too ?

15 comments:

MadSnapper said...

i see adult coloring books like yours all over the internet and on FB and on TV but have yet to see one in real time. I need to go look at them but have no clue where... maybe hobby lobby? Happy Birthday

Anonymous said...

Happy Birthday dear friend. Enjoy every minute!

Country Gal said...

Happy Birthday ! I see your going to be busy having fun colouring ! Have a good day !

William Kendall said...

Happy Birthday!

Anonymous said...

Happy birthday!
Aloha from Hawaii.

Connie said...

Happy birthday! I was given a coloring book and pencils for Christmas. It is a relaxing way to spend time. Enjoy!

Anvilcloud said...

Well, congratulations to you. Sue does colouring. My adult books are of a different nature. I am kidding kidding kidding, I hope you know.

Emma Springfield said...

Color a Happy Birthday for you.

L. D. said...

Well Happy Birthday to you. You have a good amount of things there to cheer you for your special day. The coloring books that I see at the bookstore are fascinating to look at.

NCmountainwoman said...

Happy Birthday! Our daughter loves coloring. She says it's a nice break from needlework and just as soothing.

Red said...

I don't color...can't stay inside the lines!!!I like old photos that show styles of the time.

jp@A Green Ridge said...

Oh, darn...I missed it, Dorothy! I am so sorry...so now I will wish you HAPPY BIRTHDAY for next year!...:)JP

possum said...

As usual. late again! Happy Belated!

diane b said...

Enjoy your colouring sessions. I bought some books as Christmas gifts for my daughters but I kept one for myself as daughter number 1 works long hours and spends spare time painting. I do it occasionally.

Catherine said...

a very Happy (belated) birthday Beatrice!! I love the idea of coloring... it's very relaxing. Enjoy :) xo