Tuesday, December 2, 2008

17.

I am 17 today. Such an odd number for me. I feel like I am getting old....most of you guys probably think I am crazy. But, I still think it.

I am grateful for 17 years of a healthy life. I am grateful for parents who love me, 3 brothers & 2 sisters, my friends, music, my dogs Lewis & Clark, laughter, smiles, sunshine, snow, that I can bake, blogging, my blog readers, a roof to live under, clothes, & most important - that Jesus is my Lord & Savior.

Come with me down memory lane.....

I was born in Whittier, CA on December 2, 1991. I think my older sister Lisa and older brother Andrew were pretty excited about getting a baby sister. =)

A couple days after I was born with my sister Lisa. The not long lived family of three, soon three more would come. And yes, I was a very chubby baby, all around. In 1992, now I've got a baby brother. And there are now "4" of us. Joe & I with our baby goat kids we used to raise in 2001. Man, how I loved those baby goats. With my friend, Jocelyn in 2008. We've been friends for 17 years.
With my bunch in 2008, anniversary pictures for our parents.

Hope you've enjoyed this and be back soon with my Top Ten Appetizers!!

40 comments:

  1. EmilyDecember 2, 2008 at 1:38 AM

    Happy Birthday Priscilla! It sounds like you have your priorities in order! (Way to go!) Enjoy being a teen! It goes by too fast! Love you baking and cooking adventure! I hope that the next 17 years are as great as the first!

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  2. LillyDecember 2, 2008 at 1:48 AM

    Happy Birthday! Don't worry, 17 is not old - you have your whole life in front of you for more adventures!

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  3. JodiDecember 2, 2008 at 3:47 AM

    Happy Birthday to you, Priscilla!

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  4. CristineDecember 2, 2008 at 5:39 AM

    Happy birthday!!! What a wonderful post! I hope 17 is everything you hope for! :)

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  5. DanielleDecember 2, 2008 at 5:54 AM

    Happy Birthday girl!! I know you feel old, but I remember 1991 and that makes me feel old and I am only 30...so really neither one of us are anywhere near old despite what we think! :)

    My birthday advice for you enjoy every day because time seems to speed up the *older* you get! I was just 17 yesterday!

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  6. Katherine Roberts AucoinDecember 2, 2008 at 6:42 AM

    A Very Happy Birthday Priscilla. I hope you have a wonderful day. You were born and 1991 and feel old? LOL it's just a number, don't forget that :-)

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  7. ShelbyDecember 2, 2008 at 7:20 AM

    Happy Birthday Priscilla! Sounds like your a very mature 17...I'm very impressed!

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  8. AliDecember 2, 2008 at 7:24 AM

    Happy 17th Birthday!!

    I know exactly what you mean. I felt that way at 17 too. I feel like I blinked and suddenly I'm 25 now. Dewd!

    The older you get, the faster the years go by. Embrace every day -- even the bad ones, because out of the bad times comes growth.

    And don't forget to act like a kid (with innocence, wonder, and enthusiasm). Just cause you feel old -- doesn't mean you have to act old. :o)

    Have a great birthday!!

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  9. AllieDecember 2, 2008 at 7:29 AM

    You were such a cutie growing up! I wish you a very happy birthday and many more wonderful years to come!!

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  10. SusanDecember 2, 2008 at 7:51 AM

    Happy Birthday to you, Priscilla! I enjoyed your post- your parents must be so proud- you are a lovely young lady! Keep baking and blogging!

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  11. MariaDecember 2, 2008 at 8:15 AM

    Happy Birthday to you! I hope it is the best one yet!

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  12. StephanieDecember 2, 2008 at 8:22 AM

    Happy birthday! You were such a cute little baby! I just turned 25 and I feel really old too, but I got comments on my blog saying it's really young, lol. I guess no matter what your age, there's always someone a little older... :-)

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  13. Lucy..♥December 2, 2008 at 8:34 AM

    HAPPY BIRTHDAY ((((( Priscilla)))))

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  14. JoanDecember 2, 2008 at 9:20 AM

    Happy Birthay Sweet Girl!!!
    You are beautiful and so is your family. Have a super wonderful day!

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  15. sarahDecember 2, 2008 at 9:25 AM

    Happy Birthday Priscilla! :) Enjoyed looking at your pictures. What a wonderful family! Have a blessed day!

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  16. AnonymousDecember 2, 2008 at 9:31 AM

    Happy Birthday Priscilla! I hope you have a GREAT day!

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  17. CaraDecember 2, 2008 at 9:43 AM

    Happy Birthday! You're a pretty incredible 17 year old! Hope you have a great day. Love to see what great things you will blog about next!

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  18. Barbara BakesDecember 2, 2008 at 9:49 AM

    Happy Birthday! Sounds like you've got a great family.

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  19. AnonymousDecember 2, 2008 at 10:08 AM

    Happy birthday to you! Happy birthday to you! happy birthday dear Priscilla!! Happy birthday to you! I hope you have an amazing day and wish you many blessings in your 17th year=)

    God Bless!
    Jade

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  20. nicoleDecember 2, 2008 at 10:28 AM

    HAPPY BIRTHDAY! I was going to type in the birthday song but it looks like someone already got around to doing it. Hope you have a good day.

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  21. BethieDecember 2, 2008 at 10:35 AM

    Happy Birthday!!!

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  22. MegDecember 2, 2008 at 10:41 AM

    Happy Happy Birthday to you! Love all the pics!

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  23. RosieDecember 2, 2008 at 10:47 AM

    Happy Birthday Priscilla!

    Loved viewing your pics :)

    Rosie x

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  24. ColleenDecember 2, 2008 at 11:16 AM

    Happy Birthday! Can't wait to see your list of appetizers!

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  25. Jersey Girl CooksDecember 2, 2008 at 11:17 AM

    Happy Birthday! So what kind of treat are you having? Your baby picture looks exactly like my daughter when she was a baby. It is so funny because I did a doubletake when I saw it. Enjoy your day! Nice family pictures you have.

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  26. AnonymousDecember 2, 2008 at 3:46 PM

    Happy birthday, Priscilla! I hope you enjoy a lovely celebration and another year filled with much happiness, peace, good health, and yummy food!

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  27. skinnybovineskitchenDecember 2, 2008 at 5:28 PM

    happy birthday! i'm glad you're a december girl. we're experts at december bdays in my family. i'm the 26th and my daughter is the 29th! remind your family that christmas and birthday presents are SEPARATE... hehe! :) oh, and can't wait for the appetizers!

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  28. NeesieDecember 2, 2008 at 5:58 PM

    Happy Birthday Priscilla!!! May God bless you in the year to come, and keep our mouths watering with your yummy recipes! ;-)

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  29. JessicaDecember 2, 2008 at 7:11 PM

    Happy Birthday, Priscilla! We're almost birthday buddies (almost two weeks apart!). May your 17 year bring you so much joy.

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  30. KatrinaDecember 2, 2008 at 9:25 PM

    Hope you've had a GREAT birthday! I must say, you're one in a few, or at least from the looks of things there's six of you, but what a wonderful group of teens! Sometimes it seems like great "kids" are hard to come by!
    You rock!
    Happy Birthday! I look forward to seeing what else you've got for us!

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  31. Mz. Ruta BagaDecember 2, 2008 at 9:35 PM

    Happy Birthday Priscilla! I vaguely remember 17. :) It's a great time. Enjoy every second of it.

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  32. SaraDecember 2, 2008 at 11:52 PM

    Happy birthday Priscilla!!!

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  33. La Bella CooksDecember 3, 2008 at 12:19 AM

    Happiest Birthday to you. I wish you a wonderful day.

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  34. RebekahDecember 3, 2008 at 8:14 PM

    happy birthday! I hope you have a wonderful day!

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  35. SaraDecember 3, 2008 at 9:44 PM

    Happy Birthday!!

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  36. Rachelle SDecember 3, 2008 at 10:14 PM

    Happy Birthday to you! Sags rule! :)

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  37. OhioMomDecember 4, 2008 at 11:37 AM

    I am so sorry I missed your birthday, Happy Belated Birthday!

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  38. Eric and PamDecember 4, 2008 at 5:10 PM

    Happy, Happy Belated Birthday Priscilla!

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  39. AggieDecember 4, 2008 at 9:07 PM

    Oh Happy Birthday Priscilla! (belated...)

    You are the sweetest girl, I loved reading this post and seeing your childhood pictures, such a cute baby you were!! Hope you had a wonderful birthday and I wish you all of the best in the next year! You really do rock! :)

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  40. OiyiDecember 7, 2008 at 5:59 PM

    Happy Birthday! I love the photos. So sweet. You're not old, but it always does feel that way. My birthday is coming up in January and I am already feeling it.

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