May 29

Sunday was May 29. As with each day, many births and events occur. May 29 is the day on which Ecuador became independent in 1922. Also, the first running of the Indy 500, the declaration from the US Supreme Court stating that baseball is a sport and not a business, and Michael Jackson's attempt to purchase the Elephant Man all occurred on May 29. A number of famous people were born on this date, including, President John F. Kennedy, Bob Hope, LaToya Jackson, and Melissa Etheridge. Many ordinary folks were hatched on this day, including myself.

After 55 years, I was surprised with a fiesta at the California Kitchen. Carol and Susie out-did themselves with a scrumptious meal of lasagna. (When you see it as a special, go!) Friends, food, Mick, and Nick, what more could I ask for on my birthday?

Mick had the camera and took a few pictures. There were even balloons.

The birthday girl, Sue, Pat, Hank, and George

Lyn and Cardell


Rod, Carlos, Susie, George, and Carol

Frances, Linda, Hank, Sherry, Pat, Sue, Larry, Brennie

Brenda and I are both wearing hats.

Mick, Nikolas, and the birthday girl

The party's over.

What a great way to spend a birthday! It was incredible, even more so in that it was a SURPRISE! I am so grateful to have Mick and such wonderful friends. Carol, Susie, George, and Jim took their day off to do this; I can't thank them enough! It was the best!

Until next time,

Mick and Kathy