I love Birthdays!  Sometime during the day I think about what it would be like if the Birthday girl or boy hadn’t been born and I say a little thank you in my head for the chance to celebrate.  Not a big hootin and hollerin kind of thing, just reflection.  So, Kate’s birthday is no different, but in addition, she is ‘the baby’ and she is now 17!!!  Now that is cause for celebration; in the words of the Black Eyed Peas – It’s going to be a good, good night – I can feel it!  Wish Dave and Nina were here for the festivities.  They’ll be balloons and presents and the traditional birthday tablecloth.  And oh yes, cupcakes!

Happy Birthday Kate – we love you!