52 weeks ago right now....

...I was in labour. Heavy, intense labour. I wanted an epidural but they didn't get it done in time....I needed to push. I only pushed for 15 minutes so I can't complain but I'm telling ya - those were 15 tough minutes!!! In the end, it was totally worth it though!

So, it's 8:40pm and I'm enjoying the peace & quiet. Ron & his brother Mark went out to Delaware tonight to watch a car race. Rachel has been in bed since 7 and I've been running my ass off (if only that would really happen). Tomorrow is the big party and I can't wait! We are expecting just over 20 adults and there will be 7 kids. So far, it looks like the weather is going to hold out for us. The sky right now is a beautiful pinky-orange colour so here's hoping it'll be nice and sunny for us tomorrow!

Linda & I worked on Rachel's birthday cake today. I must say that I'm very impressed with the way it turned out...if only Blogger would cooperate and let me upload a picture! UGH - so frustrating!

Anyway, I think it's time to go grab a cup of tea and RELAX for awhile :)