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Birthday Boy

June 24, 2015 at 10:00 am by Claudia

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Missing. Missing that little girl, who somehow managed to get in the bathroom and close the door while Don was out of the house for a couple of hours yesterday. The poor thing was trapped in there! I just want to cuddle her and tell her everything is okay. She’s had a rough time of it lately. But her dad is doing that rather nicely and for that I am very grateful.

Speaking of her dad, it’s his birthday today. And once again, I am away from home, darn it! It’s a Beatles-song-title-birthday, if you get my drift.

Regular readers will already know quite a bit about Don. If you’re new, just trust me on this one: he’s the best man I know. Little did I know on the day we met (July 4th – I’ll be gone for that important date, too) that my world had changed forever.  We’ve been together almost 21 years and I am profoundly grateful for every moment of our relationship.

Actor, singer, songwriter, writer are the words I would use in a CV or on a website. Compassionate, kind, hysterically funny, smart, whimsical, loving, honest, true blue, dependable, accepting, tolerant, dear, sweet, expert back-rubber, creative cook, supportive, impulsive, fun – are some of the words I would use to paint a picture of the man I love.

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He’s the best, you know. I hit the jackpot on the day we met. Forever grateful. Forever committed to him. Forever in love.

Happy Birthday, dearest. We’ll celebrate when I get home.

By the way, I posted mid-day yesterday and you might have missed it. The post is entitled, Self-Care: Maintaining Balance. Please take a moment to read it and leave a comment. You might end up being the winner of a $100 Visa Gift Card!

I have a book review scheduled for tomorrow and then I’ll get back to photos of Chautauqua.

Happy Wednesday. Happy Birthday, Don!

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  1. Laura Caldwell says

    June 24, 2015 at 10:10 am

    Lovely word portrait of the man you love! Happy Birthday Don!!

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  2. Tana Griffith says

    June 24, 2015 at 10:11 am

    Happy, Happy Birthday Don! And many more.

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  3. Linda @ A La Carte says

    June 24, 2015 at 10:12 am

    Happy Birthday Don! You must be the best if Claudia loves you this much!! Hugs to you and Scout while Claudia is away!

    Linda

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  4. Doris says

    June 24, 2015 at 10:16 am

    HAPPY BIRTHDAY DON! There is a lot of love shared between you and Claudia. Have a great day.

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  5. Susan says

    June 24, 2015 at 10:28 am

    Happy Birthday Don!

    Big Texas Hugs,
    Susan and Bentley

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  6. Linda L. says

    June 24, 2015 at 10:34 am

    “It takes a long time to grow young”. Happy Birthday!!!! Hope you have many more.

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  7. Susie says

    June 24, 2015 at 10:38 am

    Claudia, Wishing your Don a happy birthday. Hope you un when you back home. Blessings, xoxo,Susie

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  8. Vera says

    June 24, 2015 at 10:48 am

    Happy Birthday Don! Hope you and the Dame can celebrate a little while Claudia is gone. Saving, of course, the big celebration(s) for when you are all reunited.

    What beautiful words Claudia — love this post…it says so much about the two of you.

    Oh, and a birthday song for Don: “Forever Young”

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  9. Shanna says

    June 24, 2015 at 10:55 am

    Happy Birthday Don!

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  10. Wendy TC says

    June 24, 2015 at 11:04 am

    Happy birthday to Don! I’m happy that you count every moment with Don as a blessing, Claudia. My late husband was a gem too….we were together 35 years, known each other 50 years….that wasn’t nearly enough time together…

    Oh, poor Scout! My cat sometimes gets locked into the garage, but she loves the extra time exploring in there.

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  11. Barbara W. says

    June 24, 2015 at 11:05 am

    “They say it’s your birthday.. happy birthday to yoooou”.
    We are singing in the car with the windows down – it’s probably a good thing you can’t hear us! Sending you very happy birthday wishes from your friends up (way up) north. :)

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  12. Barbara says

    June 24, 2015 at 11:14 am

    Wishing Don a very happy birthday and year ahead!

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  13. Donnamae says

    June 24, 2015 at 11:16 am

    Sounds like you described him perfectly Claudia! Happy Birthday Don! ;)

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  14. SueZK says

    June 24, 2015 at 11:34 am

    Happy birthday Don!! Im so glad Claudia has shared you and Scout with us
    And you rub backs??? that just put you over the top !!!!
    Have a good day you deserve it

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  15. Denise Of Coffeeberry Cottage says

    June 24, 2015 at 11:35 am

    We are blessed with wonderful husbands………God’s gift. Lovely tribute to Your Sweetie. Denise

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  16. Lori Loree says

    June 24, 2015 at 11:42 am

    Have a great Birthday Don!!!!!!

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  17. Margaret says

    June 24, 2015 at 11:47 am

    A very merry birthday to Don!

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  18. Nancy in PA says

    June 24, 2015 at 12:13 pm

    Don, this is for you.

    http://viewpure.com/MjF1bG5LUcs?ref=bkmk

    Wishing you and Scout a very happy day!

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  19. Judy Ainsworth says

    June 24, 2015 at 12:18 pm

    Dear Claudia, I believe you left out Handsome & Cute,!HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO DON! I’m so glad to know you!
    -Judy A-

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  20. Debbie says

    June 24, 2015 at 12:19 pm

    Happy Birthday to Don! Greetings to you & Scout too!

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  21. Chris K in Wisconsin says

    June 24, 2015 at 12:39 pm

    Happy Birthday to Don. We share his day by celebrating our 43rd wedding anniversary today! I know you will have a grand celebration in a couple of weeks.
    Oh, sweet Scout! Poor thing stuck in the bathroom. Sometimes I do believe they get a bit panicked when we aren’t around. Pretty soon, Scout. Pretty soon.

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  22. Teresa says

    June 24, 2015 at 12:46 pm

    Happy Birthday Don. Wishing great day.

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  23. Karen says

    June 24, 2015 at 12:56 pm

    What a lovely tribute –

    Happy Birthday Don!

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  24. Frog Hollow Farm Girl says

    June 24, 2015 at 1:05 pm

    Happy birthday Don! Claudia, I love reading your posts about Don, I feel all of the love you have for him as well as for the wonderful life you have made with each other. xxoo

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  25. Judy Clark says

    June 24, 2015 at 1:33 pm

    To Don:

    Happy Birthday to you,
    Happy Birthday to you,
    Happy Birthday dear Don,
    Happy Birthday to you – and many more!!

    Hope to meet you and Claudia some day. Have a great day!

    Judy

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  26. Kathy says

    June 24, 2015 at 1:38 pm

    Lovely sentiments, Claudia. And Don, I remembered we share the same birthday, but I didn’t realize we share the same birth date! “Will you still need me, will you still feed me” ………Happy Birthday!

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  27. Liz says

    June 24, 2015 at 2:04 pm

    Happy Birthday to Don – great husband and Dad!!

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  28. Charlene says

    June 24, 2015 at 2:11 pm

    Happy Birthday Don!!!! I hope you and Scout are having a wonderful day!

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  29. Cathy S. says

    June 24, 2015 at 2:30 pm

    Happy Birthday, Don! Hope your special day is filled with lots of love, fun and laughter. I wish you the same for a belated celebration, too!

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  30. Susan Swartz says

    June 24, 2015 at 2:31 pm

    Happy Birthday, Don, from Maine! Hope you have a great day!

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  31. Janet in Rochester says

    June 24, 2015 at 2:55 pm

    Happiest of birthdays to fellow Cancerian Don! Have a great day, and another when Claudia gets back and the three of you can celebrate together… :>)

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  32. Kathleen says

    June 24, 2015 at 2:59 pm

    Happy Birthday Don!
    Hope the next year is full of happiness, great health and good times.

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  33. Dottie says

    June 24, 2015 at 3:25 pm

    Happy Birthday, Don and I wish you many, many more! Claudia is so special and so are you.

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  34. Carol says

    June 24, 2015 at 3:38 pm

    Happy birthday, Don! Hope it’s a good one!

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  35. Nancy Moreland says

    June 24, 2015 at 4:53 pm

    HAPPY BIRTHDAY DON!!

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  36. Donna in Atlanta says

    June 24, 2015 at 5:15 pm

    Happy Birthday Don..hope it’s been a good one! More celebrating to come when Claudia returns!

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  37. Karen says

    June 24, 2015 at 5:23 pm

    Happy Birthday, Don! Best wishes!

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  38. Nancy Blue Moon says

    June 24, 2015 at 5:52 pm

    Happy Birthday Don!..If Claudia says you’re all that..then we know you’re all that..lol..Looking forward to seeing you on TV again..I’ll be watching from the beginning tonight..I’m sure little Miss Scout will give you plenty of hugs and kisses today..she should after giving you such a scare the other night and now locking herself in the bathroom..Oh that girl!

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  39. Kim says

    June 24, 2015 at 5:59 pm

    Happy birthday Don! I can’t wait to see your performance in Mr. Robot!

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  40. Teresa says

    June 24, 2015 at 7:15 pm

    Happy Birthday, Don!!! Here is a big wish that the two of you have a wonderful summer!!!

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  41. Kathy says

    June 24, 2015 at 8:21 pm

    Happy birthday, Don.

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  42. Don Sparks says

    June 24, 2015 at 9:00 pm

    THANK YOU ALL!! Such wonderful comments! I really appreciate it!
    Love,

    Don

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  43. Debbie in Oregon says

    June 24, 2015 at 10:03 pm

    You are truly blessed Claudia.
    Happy Birthday Don!

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  44. Pat says

    June 24, 2015 at 11:46 pm

    Happy Birthday Don!

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  45. Barbara Miller says

    June 25, 2015 at 12:48 am

    Today is your Birthday. Duh da da da da. Happy Birthday Don.

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  46. Tammy says

    June 25, 2015 at 8:59 am

    A cv can never give an accurate description of the true person. Happy birthday Dear Don! Poor Scout. I know they will be happy to have you home again.

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  47. Diane says

    June 25, 2015 at 12:08 pm

    Happy Birthday, Don! Love the photos on this post btw.

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  48. kathy says

    June 25, 2015 at 4:51 pm

    happy belated birthday, don! and happy days always to you all.

    love the sweet words about your husband.

    kathy

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  49. Grace says

    June 26, 2015 at 12:03 am

    Many more happy years for both of you,and happy celebrating when you get home!!!!

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  50. Becky says

    June 26, 2015 at 11:51 am

    What a beautiful birthday tribute to your man, Don! Happy Birthday Don!
    Hope you enjoyed your special day. I have a feeling there will be a belated
    celebration to anticipate!

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