I am blessed.
1.
From Gard in Norway
My friend of 10 years, he never fails to send me a postcard from every country he visits.
2.
From Jo in China
I was moved to tears when I received these flowers. She knows exactly what I like. And I miss her.
2.
Sushi Cakes from Kat in Abu Dhabi
We met through our blogs and became fast friends. She now lives in Abu Dhabi and is the only reason why I upload pictures on Photobucket (for the glorious “people” of Abu Dhabi).
3.
A Just Heavenly cake named after me which will be sold in the shops soon (Look out for Lyrical Lemongasp!)
I introduced myself to Nigel at a wedding fair last year. Some people hit it off immediately. We were two of a kind. When I expressed awe at the number of people who remembered my birthday, he said, “It’s because you are loved.”
4.
Good friends
A surprise phonecall from England from a blogger who is like a sister to me.
5.
Life for Beginners – lunch at Palette Palate
He wrote me a collection of stories last year, and a poem this year.
6.
Lemon yoghurt pistachio cake
Not too shabby for a beautiful day.
7.
Pavlova made with lemongrass and love
Two pavlovas, and three birthday posts from the man who knew exactly what to bake for me…my friend of the year.
8.
And my wonderful husband who threw me a surprise birthday party at Max! Kitchen & Wines. I was overwhelmed. A six-course degustation menu enjoyed together with 18 friends.
Smoked Salmon, Artichokes and Sun-dried Capsicum
Sea Scallops marinated in Champagne Vinaigrette and Lobster Oil, charred Tuna Loin with King Crab Meat – White Anchovies Salsa
Warm Eel Fillet on Truffle Cremed Cuttlefish Ragout with a Melange of fresh Highland Herbs and Sea Trout Roe
River Water Farmed Yabbies, chargrilled in a Pernod laced Fennel Bulb – Tomato Broth
Parrot Fish Fillet on Parsley – Garlic Poached Clams served with Borlotti Beans and wilted English Spinach Leaves
Chicken Breast Roulade with Pumpkin Cannelloni, sauteed Sweet Peas and Shimeji Mushroom
9.
Most of all, I am thankful for the friendships that have been forged over the years.
I am blessed.
harumph……..high time too……………
u r blessed indeed!
Looks like a fantastic week! Happy birthday!
aww we luv yoooo!
what a simply beautiful post. I was nearly moved to tears… until I read Fatboybakes’ comment – and then I nearly wee’d myself. Love it.
Ah, the week that was… and the years to come. More friends and more celebrations await, me dearie! 😉
*muacks!*
It’s always a blessing to have good friends… U r so lucky…
my pleasure in knowing you as a friend too..hope u had a blast and still probably suffering from hangover celebrations..
haha isnt fbb like any spoiler to a movie rite?..
What a birthday lyrical lemongrass! The celebrations sound wonderful and all those sweets- surely there is no sweeter way to have a birthday! =)
Hahaha…ROFL at FBB’s comments. *hugs* We wuv you too…
You are blessed indeed. But I am also blessed to have a friend like you!
We all lurve you 🙂
I’m sure you’ve made it to the top of the Friend of the Year list after this!! 😀
Most of all, I am thankful for the friendships that have been forged over the years.
I am blessed.
Hear ye, hear ye!
Here’s to a new decade of friends, old and new; food and laughter!
*hugs*
y’know, I really like paintings lah. Especially those painted by people I know… 😀
Beautiful post, heart warming dedications. Your friends are blessed too.
counting your blessings, eh? 🙂
what a week THAT was …..
wat a celebration !!
i am turning green, very very green….>.<“
Mother of all birthday celebration you had there! how can anyone keep up after this?
Are we doing MIGF again this year?
Nerovivo is in, haven’t seen any sign of Lafite or Zipangu from Shangri-la.
I’m late with my wishes but I hope that does not disqualify me from being a friend.
You are indeed blessed my friend.
Wishing you more better weeks to come!
btw, are those sushi cakes makan-able?
“she willllllll be loved,
and she willlllllllll be loved……”
a cool song for a cool babe! ;D
yes, very blessed indeed to be surrounded by so much love 🙂
I also said love, it’s because you give out so much love that you are loved in turn. What goes out is guaranteed to come back to you! 😉 And yes. I feel the same way. Hugs hugs. As for FBB, his gruffness hides a soft and runny centre! 😉 We hope…
😉
Blessed Be!
miss LL aka miss popularity is loved and blessed..happy belated bday once again..hugs
i wanna try the lyrical lemongrass cake!!! 😀 does it reli contain serai?
Happy belated birthday.
1. Happy Belated Birthday!
2. Ms. Lemongrass, you have such a beautiful & delicious blog!
3. I was randomly googling on the Durian Puffs and that’s how I got led to your blog. Those durian puffs are yummm…meee!
Thanks & have a blessed day!
u r very lucky!