Birthday Tradition

I love every year when my birthday comes around and a package from my parents arrives on the doorstop. And although I do love surprises, that's not why I love it. In fact, I know EXACTLY what will be in the box each and every year. China. When I was married I registered for some china. Jared thought it was ridiculous. He still does. And of course I think I got maybe one place setting for our wedding. But that was ok, because I knew I would be getting more. Every year on my birthday. Jared also thinks this is ridiculous, but I sweetly remind him that he can't complain. My parents aren't getting him china for his birthday!

So little by little, year by year, I add to my collection. Some years my parents do surprise me by sending something other than a place setting...like a platter or serving dishes. We don't pull it out all that often, but I LOVED that last year on Christmas Eve I had enough place settings for all 8 adults that came for dinner! And my parents love that they don't have to think when it comes to a birthday gift for me (the same goes for 3 of my other sisters too!) So thanks once again mom and dad.