Wishing Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth a Happy Birthday today. I always enjoyed sharing a birthday with Her Majesty, especially since my ancestry is almost 100% from the United Kingdom, so I feel a kinship. However, it will probably be her saddest birthday after the death of her beloved husband, Prince Philip. For some reason, and I’m guessing it’s a weather issue, the Queen has always made her big birthday celebration with the public in June instead of today. Maybe by June, she will be more in a frame of mind to celebrate her remarkable life.
I don’t know where the time goes, but my birthday today seems very strange. When one is young, it seems like you never imagine yourself as old as you remember your own grandmother. But here I am, married forty-four years next month, two daughters and three granddaughters later.
I didn’t feel like a cake today. Instead, I wanted a Blueberry Pie called “Mustikkapiirakka,” from my husband’s Finnish relatives. Try saying that title three times fast! It’s beyond wonderful. It’s like a cross between a crustless pie and a cheesecake even though there is no cream cheese. You have to taste to believe it. Thank you to my firstborn, Kristina, for making it today. Click here for the recipe from Kristina.
For dinner we will be enjoying salmon, lemon-pine nut orzo, roasted asparagus, and tossed salad. I wonder what the Queen will be having? The one thing we both will be enjoying is the love from our families and friends. Our meal will be served at a kitchen table, not in a castle, but I’ll feel like a queen surrounded by my loved ones.
Have a wonderful birthday and a super-special year!
Thanks, Dawn!
Happy Birthday ! Looks tasty. Someone should be baking for you today !
Thanks, Barb- Kristina is making the birthday dessert!
Happy Birthday, Debbie! Have a wonderful day and some delicious food.
Thanks, Madonna! It’s been a nice day so far, and I’m looking forward to Kristina making the birthday (Finnish) dessert.
Happy Birthday Debbie (and the QUEEN).
I’m going to try the blueberry pie. I happen to have all the ingredients. So I’ll celebrate with you and your family.
Hugs and blessings
Elaine
Hi Elaine! I think you will love the Finnish pie. It’s different and so delicious. Let me know what you think!
L’il Sis
Happy Birthday and Bon Appetit, Y’all with love always. The Finnish pie looks delicious! BTW, we are both Taurus ladies…..:)
Big Sis
Hi Big Sis! When is your birthday?
May 13!
Spring birthdays and being a Taurus are fun!
Happy Birthday Debbie! Enjoy your day!!
Thank you, Amy. Good to hear from you!
Hi Debbie,
Happy birthday to you and many more! That dessert looks wonderful!
Have a great day,
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Thank you, Yvonne!
Hope Bill & Kristina spoiled you like a Queen on your Birthday! Blessings of joy on your year ahead.
Your birthday dinner and dessert sound delicious! I hope you had a good day that begins an even better year. Thank you, Debbie, for the gift you give all of us with each blog you post. I enjoy each and every one!
Thank you, Denise. I had a lovely day with hubby and oldest daughter. You always make my day with your kind words.