Thursday, May 23, 2013

Celebration: It's in the Bag

ice bucket alternative. vinyl bag with ice to chill a bottle of wine or champagne.

33 years ago today (yes, I'm that old & proud,  'recognize') my mother was 2 weeks late with my sister & me when we decided to show up for our birthday.  Thanks mom!

There are a handful of people I share my birthday with but the most important is my life long best friend, my twin sister, Jennifer. She's the best & knows me better than I know myself.  Cheers to many more Penny! Happy Birthday, I love you!

PS: how great is this picnic-ready ice bag for wine & bubbly? My great friend Ashley gifted this to me after we had brunch in the west village with our bottle of wine served in a vinyl bag just like this. We thought it was genius & I still do.  As a smart lady once told me, the fastest way to chill a bottle of anything (soda, wine, vodka) is an ice bath so load up a clear vinyl bag with some ice & cool water. Et voila you've got a shabby chic ice bucket that you can roll up & stick in your purse after.

Had to include some photos of the gorgeously wrapped gifts my mother-in-law sent me in the mail. She's always on time (or a day early) with gifts & wrappings that give Martha Stewart a run for her money. Thanks Mary! You've outdone yourself in the most generous way once again. Much love! xx

3 comments:

  1. Heather,

    Wishing you smiles and happy moments all day long!
    Happy Birthday to our sweet, sweet girl.


    Thanks so much for your kind words and great photo. Enjoy!

    Love you

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  2. Your MIL presents are too cute!! Love that wrapping!!

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