Double Nickel Time
That's me today...two nickels....5-5.
In the immortal words of Sammy Hagar....(sing with me....)
I can't drive......
55
Yep, Fifty Five...the BIG FIVE-FIVE.
So, Let's hear it for this 'Woman of a Certain Age' who...
knows how to play (doesn't 5+5 =10?) ...who is young at heart,
knows how to love, live and enjoy every moment,
and who doesn't mind gray hairs and wrinkles smile lines. It's all good.
Hippo Birdy to Ewe....ME!!!!
Hello,
happy happy birthday to you and lots of more life, love and healthyness. Never guessed you are 55 :)
Posted by: Sibylle | March 14, 2005 at 04:03 AM
Found you thru the updated Typepad listing--enjoyed your going-ons. Keep up the good work!
Happy birthday to you!
G.
Posted by: Gina Renay | March 14, 2005 at 04:17 AM
Found you thru the updated Typepad listing--enjoyed reading your going-ons. Keep up the good work!
Happy birthday to you! You look great and what a fun personality you have--go girl!
G.
Posted by: Gina Renay | March 14, 2005 at 04:18 AM
Happy, Happy Birthday Margene! May it be wonderful, as you are!
And, erm, is that really something someone with a bad back should be doing? I mean really. :)
xoxo
Posted by: sandy | March 14, 2005 at 04:45 AM
Happy Happy Birthday!! Love the Ribby Cardi!
Posted by: tacha | March 14, 2005 at 05:09 AM
Happy Birthday Margene. You look terrific in your Ribby Cardi! And these new poses...Greta's handstand and your upside down swing trick! Wow!
H*A*P*P*Y B*I*R*T*H*D*AY!!
Posted by: Kathleen | March 14, 2005 at 05:11 AM
Happy birthday to a wonderful, wise, peaceful and generous .... you! I'm so glad to be able to count you as a friend. Have a great day.
Posted by: Cassie | March 14, 2005 at 05:13 AM
happy birthday! have a fabulous day.
Posted by: kris | March 14, 2005 at 05:23 AM
Happy Birthday Margene! How many pain killers and brandies went into that upside down hangie thing? You are an inspiration to me, honestly. I hope to reach your level of love and life, playfulness and joy sometime this year and hang onto it for life. Enjoy your day!
Posted by: Teresa C | March 14, 2005 at 05:27 AM
Happy Birthday!!
Posted by: Karen | March 14, 2005 at 05:31 AM
May this year be the best one yet!
Take lots of time to celebrate YOU today!
Posted by: Christy | March 14, 2005 at 05:34 AM
Happy Happy Happy Day! I've enjoyed reading your blog. Your outlook on life is great and inspiring.
Posted by: Sandy | March 14, 2005 at 05:35 AM
happy birthday! may you have a happy and healthy year filled with yarn and fun.
bises
Posted by: kate | March 14, 2005 at 05:38 AM
Happy birthday to you! You certainly do not look your age--you look much younger and I believe you probably act much younger, too! :) That's a good thing.
Posted by: Donna | March 14, 2005 at 05:43 AM
Happy Birthday!!! May the upcoming year give you many smiles and continued peace~
Your Ribbi looks GREAR!!
Posted by: Kim | March 14, 2005 at 05:46 AM
HAPPY Birthday!!!!
Posted by: Wendy | March 14, 2005 at 05:51 AM
I was going to be all tsk-tsk about the back, too, like Sandy. And then I thought, "awww, hell with it -- she's having fun!!!" (but are you on drugs? hee) I love your spirit and your youthfulness, and your exuberance. You go, girl! Everyone's saying 40 is the new 30 and 60 is the new 40, and I truly believe it. So I'm not too good at math, but I guess that means 55 is the new....ummm, well, 42. Or something. Just rounding it off. Happy, happy birthday!
Posted by: Norma | March 14, 2005 at 06:00 AM
I'm less than 3 years behind you. Happy Birthday!
And here's a quote, attributed to Diane Keaton:
"As you get older, physical deterioration is offset by a larger world view and a deeper sense of gratitude."
Best wishes for many years to come!
Posted by: Janice in GA | March 14, 2005 at 06:05 AM
Well, Margene, I was expecting more gorgeous Utah scenery, per your usual Monday posts, but I have to say I was even more impressed by your swing photo in your new Ribby Cardi. (Okay, at first I didn't see the chains from the swing and I thought you were levitating upside down!) Have a wonderful birthday -- you deserve it!!
Posted by: Susan | March 14, 2005 at 06:06 AM
Margene,
Have a great day!!
Posted by: Wendy G | March 14, 2005 at 06:07 AM
Happy Birthday! I'm thinking your back is better, judging solely from the upside-down-ness.
Posted by: claudia | March 14, 2005 at 06:08 AM
happy birthday!
Posted by: froggy | March 14, 2005 at 06:13 AM
Woohooo!!! Happy happy Birthday, Sunshine!! And what a beautiful 55 you are!
Posted by: Kim | March 14, 2005 at 06:14 AM
Great pose! I couldn't balance in the swing like that at 10, let alone at 55! Happy Birthday! I like your sweater in the second picture.
Posted by: Chery | March 14, 2005 at 06:16 AM
Congratulations, have a wonderful birthday and you really don't look 55 anyway!
Posted by: Tracy | March 14, 2005 at 06:19 AM
Happy Birthday!!! :)
Posted by: Nicole | March 14, 2005 at 06:37 AM
Happy Birthday! BTW, that second pic is a GREAT one of you.
Posted by: jody | March 14, 2005 at 06:38 AM
Happy, Happy Birthday to my very favorite person in Utah!!! Big hugs from me!
Posted by: Shelby | March 14, 2005 at 06:41 AM
Happy Birthday !! Wish you have a wonderful day and lots of happiness ^o^
Posted by: Eva Shiu | March 14, 2005 at 06:44 AM
Happy 5+5! :) Ribby looks great, too!
Posted by: Teri | March 14, 2005 at 06:45 AM
Happy Birthday, Margene! You look FABULOUS!
Posted by: Rossana | March 14, 2005 at 06:49 AM
Happy Birthday Margene!!!
Posted by: Christine | March 14, 2005 at 06:50 AM
HAPPY BIRTHDAY! You exemplify my goal...to age with grace. Kudos to you!
Posted by: Wendi | March 14, 2005 at 06:53 AM
After that post, I can hardly wait till I turn 55!! (A mere few years...*sigh*). Have a wonderful day!
Posted by: Jan | March 14, 2005 at 06:55 AM
HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Hope you have something wonderfully fun planned for your special day. :)
Posted by: Anne | March 14, 2005 at 06:56 AM
Isn't it nice to know you've mastered the trick of getting older AND better? Congratulations and many happy returns!
Posted by: Donna | March 14, 2005 at 07:05 AM
Happy, Happy birthday to you, dear Margene! I believe that birthdays should truly be celebrated, so...CELEBRATE!
angela
Posted by: angela | March 14, 2005 at 07:10 AM
You make 55 look better than 10 :-).
Posted by: Colleen | March 14, 2005 at 07:32 AM
What a delightfully joyous announcement of your birthday! I wish you the best!
Chris
Posted by: Chris | March 14, 2005 at 07:38 AM
Happy Birthday Margene!
Dang, girl. It looks like you're just getting started....
:)
Posted by: Ann | March 14, 2005 at 07:41 AM
Happy Birthday! Thanks for being out there!
Posted by: barbara | March 14, 2005 at 07:47 AM
Happy Birthday, Margene!! Wow, trying to keep my head from spinning -- I don't know if it's from looking at your upside down or thinking about being upside down myself! Are you laughing or screaming?? Teehee. Happy, happy day!!
Posted by: Vicki | March 14, 2005 at 07:58 AM
Happy Birthday! You are living proof good "things" get better with age.
Posted by: Bliss | March 14, 2005 at 07:59 AM
Happy happy birthday!! I hope it's a wonderful one.
Posted by: Anne | March 14, 2005 at 08:01 AM
Happy Birthday! Hope some beautiful yarn finds itself to you for your birthday!
Posted by: Christina | March 14, 2005 at 08:26 AM
You know that old song: If I knew you were comin' I'da baked a cake. Wish I could be there to celebrate with you. Lots of love and Happy Birthday, dear friend!
Posted by: Nathania | March 14, 2005 at 08:28 AM
Happy Birthday Margene!!! I hope your special day is just wonderful!
Posted by: Karen | March 14, 2005 at 08:36 AM
HAPPY HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Posted by: Sara* | March 14, 2005 at 08:53 AM
Happy Birthday dear Margene! We are blessed to have your wonderful presence in the blog-world. Enjoy your day!
Posted by: Annie | March 14, 2005 at 08:58 AM
A very very happy birthday to you!
Hey is that ribby you're wearing? Its gorgeous! I love that color combo and especially the collar. Nice Work.
Posted by: Risa | March 14, 2005 at 09:00 AM