It’s our dear Zia’s birthday and Sheila, our good friend Celi’s star pig, had a party in Zia’s honor. Do take the link to read — and see — all about it.
Buon compleanno, Bella!
Cent’anni!
One of the Fellowship has a birthday today. We call her Zia. She is the Master Memory behind her nephew’s blog From The Bartolini Kitchens. Their food is amazing. Her nephew Chicago John gave his Aunt a most unusual Birthday present. Feeding Sheila for the day. Zia’s birthday day. So all day today Sheila is having a birthday party for Zia. And she is going to get as fat as a pig. Sheila not Zia. I made them both a carrot cake. But only Sheila gets to eat it. Though I am sure she would share it with Zia is asked nicely.
Happy Birthday Zia. (Zia is 90 something, but I am not at liberty to tell you the ‘something’ as she looks ridiculously young for her age and no-one would believe it anyway.)
And because your todays are my yesterdays. Sheila posed for Zia’s photo shoot yesterday for today’s blog…
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I hope Zia had a wonderful birthday 🙂
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Thanks, MD. She’s back home now having enjoyed a wonderful birthday. Sheila’s role made it unforgettable. 🙂
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Most definitely 🙂
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Happy Birthday to the most famous Aunt in the whole blogosphere! What a great post that was, fun and special just like all the Bartolini family!
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Thank you so much, Sally. This was one gift I’m sure no one had ever given her before. 🙂
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A very happy birthday to Zia!
What a fun post.
Xxoo
Ruth in Pittsburgh
(And wordpress actually sent me notice of your blogpost today- Hooray!)
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Thanks, Ruth. Zia has enjoyed reading all of these birthday wishes. And that Sheila sure knows how to throw a party!
Glad your WP problem seems to be resolved. Maybe I can expect the same?
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Happy Birthday, Zia! This is a wonderful post — thanks for allowing all of us to share Zia’s birthday celebration.
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Thank you all, John, for making note of her birthday and sending her greetings. It means a lot to us both.
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Happy birthday to Zia, what a wonderful post.
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Thanks, Maria. Leave it to our friend, Celi, to take an idea and really run with it.
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Hi John, What a lovely post Celi did and happy birthday to your Zia.
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Thank you so much, Glenda. That Celi is really something and helped to make this one birthday gift none of us will soon forget.
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Wasn’t this wonderful?! We love Zia and it’s so fantastic that we are now all raising a glass or a cuppa to her, smiling at Sheila and sending hugs to you all. Buon Compleanno Zia – cent’anni!
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I doubt if Zia ever expected to be receiving so many birthday wishes from around the globe. Certainly she never dreamed that a pig would one day be eating her birthday cake. You all — with Sheila & Celi — have made this one very special birthday. I really cannot thank you enough.
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I am sure she had a wonderful birthday John. It is a special thing that she is still around to spend time with loved ones 🙂
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I was a wonderful birthday, Colline and birthday wishes like yours helped to make it so. Thank you.
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Happy birthday to Zia, John. And may she continue to inspire us all.
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From your lips to God’s ear, Charlie. 🙂
Thank you.
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Happy Birthday Zia!
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Thanks, Gretchen. 😉
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Happy birthday to Zia – I hope she got a tastier cake than Sheila, although Sheila doesn’t seem to mind it a bit.
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Thanks, Diane. Comparing their cakes would be like comparing apples to oranges. Zia has a bit of a sweet tooth whereas Sheila is more of a savory girl. Where Sheila had raw pumpkin and kale atop her cake, Zia enjoyed butter cream frosting with sugar roses. 😀
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Happy Birthday to your Zia. I can’t think of a better birthday present than a cake for Sheila – what a fantastic pig who poses! 🙂 Much love to Zia from all of us. Her memories make us happy.
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Thank you, Maureen. That’s such a nice thing to say. I’m sure Zia will enjoy reading your comment. 🙂
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Sending Happy Birthday wishes to your dear Zia from the faraway land of Oz! I’m sure she was celebrated in style by both family and friends alike! Love to know what her Birthday menu entailed!? 🙂
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Thank you, Margot. You know? I failed to ask her what she was served. Sheila’s party was a big surprise and we didn’t talk about much else. I did prepare her an early birthday dinner when I last visited and that dinner will be posted soon. Stay tuned …
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Happy Birthday Zia! Hope it’s been a fantastic day. What a great idea to feed Sheila in honor of the occasion. 🙂
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Thanks, Betsy. Now you know what gift to give to a person who has everything. 🙂
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Well that was fun! Happy Birthday Zia!
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Wasn’t it though, MJ? Leave it to Celi. Thanks for the birthday wishes. 🙂
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Happy birthday again Zia! Hope you had a wonderful day . . . and may there be so many more to come 🙂 ! Brilliant idea of Celi’s and Sheila must have just loved giving that party since she could eat Zia’s piece of cake also . . . . blessings for the year to come for all concerned . . .
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Thank you so much, Eha. Celi made sure that this was one very special birthday. Zia was both surprised and delighted, to say the least.
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How lovely…Happy birthday to your Zia!
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Thank you very much. 🙂
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It was such a beautiful post C did for your Zia, John. Happy birthday to your darling Zia again.
🙂 Mandy xo
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Wasn’t it though? Zia enjoyed it very much, as did the rest of the family. Thanks for sending her your birthday wishes, Mandy.
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Tanti auguri, Zia!
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Molto grazie, Stefan. 🙂
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Too adorable.. just too adorable!! Happiest of Birthdays to you Zia!! And many more!! xxx
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Wasn’t it though? There’s no way I can thank Celi enough. She helped make this a very special birthday for my Zia.
Thanks for the warm birthday wishes. 🙂
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Love it!! Happy birthday to the famous Zia full of wonderful recipes! And to Sheila, she is a star indeed!
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Thank you, Linda. I’m so glad you enjoyed our gift. Zia sure did and we saw how much our “star” enjoyed her cake. 🙂
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A delightful birthday tribute. I’m going to try to get myself on Sheila’s Birthday-WIshing List.
And happy belated 90-something Birthday to your wonderful Zia. I hope too much food was enjoyed by all. 🙂
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Thanks, Ruth. By all accounts, Zia enjoyed a wonderful birthday, with Sheila’s party being one of the highlights. It certainly was a surprise. 🙂
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Wuaoooo!!! Super Zia a wonderful birthday to you😚
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Thank you so much, Marilena. 🙂
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I’m sorry to be late to the party, but I couldn’t let the occasion pass without wishing Zia continued health and happiness. What a delightful inspiration you are. ox
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Not to worry, Debra. Sentiments like these are always on time. Thank you so much for the well-wishes. Zia is sure to appreciate them, 🙂
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A very big and warm happy birthday to Zia!!!! I hope she enjoyed the day and wish her one of her best years yet! From all of us Zia…happy birthday. You and John are a big part of our kitchen. Much love!
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Thank you so much, Kristy. By all accounts, Zia had a fantastic birthday. Well wishes like yours certainly played a part. Every tme I visit, your family is part of our discussion. We both appreciate and are honored that your family prepares so many of our recipes, especially on special occasions, like Christmas Eve. Mom would be very pleased.
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Happy Birthday to Zia. My birthday is also November 29, so I am honoured to be sharing the date with your wonderful, inspiring aunt 🙂
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I will be sure to send her your birthday greetings, EllaDee. Who knows? Maybe one year I’ll make your a special pasta for your birthday in Oz. I’m only a lottery win away. 🙂
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:-D:-D:-D
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