by spendlove Moderator 25 Feb 2012

One of our sisters, who is having a birthday tomorrow, has been overwhelmed by gifts which have flooded in from all over the world. This Cutie let slip that the only Christmas gift she had was from her Cute Secret Santa and as a result, many people wanted to make sure that this coming birthday was a really special one for her, to show her how much she is loved.

She doesn't want to act like she should be receiving special treatment like this, and certainly doesn't want anybody to think she is boasting about the gifts, but she is actually thrilled to pieces. She loves all of the gifts and will cherish the thoughts of the lovely Secret Sisters that cared enough to share their craft with her for ever.
Perhaps now I have explained the situation, she could be persuaded to tell us about the beautiful things she has received, when she has opened them all. (She is being good and waiting until tomorrow - her actual birthday!)

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by drro 26 Feb 2012

Happy Birthday! And God Bless you and may you have many many more wonderful blessed years!!

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by nualaa 26 Feb 2012

Hope your Birthday was all it should be for a special lady like yourself. May the joy you feel today carry thru to all the days to come.
Love and hugs from a fellow cutie

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by sukira 26 Feb 2012

HAPPY BIRTHDAY SHIRLENE, AND MANY MORE!
HUGS,
RACHEL

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by barbara68 26 Feb 2012

Have a happy day Shirlene!

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 26 Feb 2012

Thank you Barbara.

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by shirlener88 26 Feb 2012

Go here to see all the wonderful things that were sent to me - by some really special Secret Sisters.

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1sewnsew by 1sewnsew 27 Feb 2012

ttt

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by pennifold 26 Feb 2012

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU
HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEAR SHIRLENE
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU.

I HOPE YOU WILL BE SURROUNDED BY ALL THOSE YOU LOVE AND THOSE WHO LOVE YOU. LOVE AND BLESSINGS CHRIS

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 26 Feb 2012

Chris, thank you so very much - so far - it is just Rick & me.

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by cathiejones 26 Feb 2012

Happy birthday Shirlene, I hope you had a lovely time !

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 26 Feb 2012

Cathie, thank you dear.

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by lailaost 26 Feb 2012

Happy Birthday Shirlene.

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 26 Feb 2012

Thanks so very much.

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by clintonmiss22 26 Feb 2012

Happy, happy birthday, Shirlene!!

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 26 Feb 2012

Thank you dear.

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by claudenicolas 26 Feb 2012

Happy birthday, dear Shirlene, I hope that you have a good day, and i pray for a good year also for you
Claude

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 26 Feb 2012

Thank you Miss Claude - I so appreciate you and your sweet thoughts.

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by marcellelewis 26 Feb 2012

Happy Birthday. May you have many, many more.

Marcelle

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 26 Feb 2012

Marcelle, thanks so much.

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by sqdancer 26 Feb 2012

Happy Birthday Shirlene, big hugs Glenda x0x0x0

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 26 Feb 2012

Glenda, thank you so very much my dear.

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by castelyn 26 Feb 2012

Happy Birthday Shirlene, Hope that you had a wonderful day. With your family and friends. Can't wait to see all the gifts that you received from your Cutie family. Hugs and love Yvonne
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shirlener88 by shirlener88 26 Feb 2012

Yvonne, thank you - so far it is is just Rick & me. I will post pictures really soon.

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by arsenio 26 Feb 2012

Happy Birthday Shirlene. May the good Lord bless you and shower his choicest blessings upon you. Have a nice day.

Love N Prayers.
Bernadette de Souza

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 26 Feb 2012

Bernadette, thank you dear - how sweet of you.

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by terriweistra 26 Feb 2012

Happy Birthday Shirlene. I hope your day is filled with happiness and the year ahead is a good one for you and your family

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 26 Feb 2012

Thank you so very much - I hope so, too.

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by gandu 26 Feb 2012

Happy birthday Shirlene. May you have many many happy days
Love brenda

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 26 Feb 2012

Brenda, thanks so very much.

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by bettytaylor 26 Feb 2012

Happy Birthday Shirlene, you are by far one of the sweetest people I know, and I am sew happy to hear that your birthday has been celebrated with sew many cuties. Have a happy day. Love, Betty

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 26 Feb 2012

Betty, my dear and so are you - thanks so very much.

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by jrob Moderator 26 Feb 2012

Happy birthday, Shirlene and I hope you have a very special day.;)

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 26 Feb 2012

Jerrilyn, thanks so very much.

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by spendlove Moderator 26 Feb 2012

She must have opened them by now!

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 26 Feb 2012

YES, Sue I have opened them - I am so happy - I will post in a minute - have to edit some pictures. Hehehe!

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by dlonnahawkins 26 Feb 2012

Happy Biryhday my Friend - waiting to share all your goodies.. Hugs

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 26 Feb 2012

Thanks dear Beth - I am trying to answer all the post - then I will upload some pictures - hope that it works - seems like pictures are having a hard time recently.

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by gerryvb 26 Feb 2012

happy birthday Shirlene!

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 26 Feb 2012

Gerry, thanks!

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by sigrun 26 Feb 2012

Happy Birthday my friend, have a nice day.
Hugs, SigrĂșn

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 26 Feb 2012

SigrĂșn, thank you so very much.

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by gayle950 26 Feb 2012

Happy Birthday Shirlene have a fabulous day.

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 26 Feb 2012

Gayle, thanks so very much.

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by nonna57 26 Feb 2012

From one Cutie to another, Happy Birthday Shirlene. Hope you have a fantastic day. Enjoy :)

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 26 Feb 2012

Pauline, thanks so very much.

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by juanitadenney 26 Feb 2012

Shirlene I hope your day is filled with lots of joy and wishing you many more.

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 26 Feb 2012

Juanita, thank you so very much.

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by babie 26 Feb 2012

Shirlene - have a lovely birthday - wishing you many more

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 26 Feb 2012

thanks so very much.

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by mops Moderator 26 Feb 2012

Happy Birthday Shirlene! I hope your day will be filled with love and laughter.

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 26 Feb 2012

Martine, thank you so very much.

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by eyeztodiefor10 26 Feb 2012

Shirlene,
Hve a Happy Birthday tomorrow! Tell us what goodies you got!!
Meri

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 26 Feb 2012

Meri, thank you so much - I will in just a bit - trying to read and post thank you's to each of you.

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by ken174 26 Feb 2012

Have a happy day Shirlene! ~ San

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 26 Feb 2012

San, thank you so very much.

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by jayce 25 Feb 2012

Happy Birthday Shirlene♄

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 26 Feb 2012

Thank you so much.

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by twee 25 Feb 2012

Happy B-Day to you my dear. I hope your children and grandchildren make an effort to wish you Birthday cheer. Hugs

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 26 Feb 2012

Terri, thank you my dear friend - I did get a post on FB from my grand.

twee by twee 26 Feb 2012

I'm so glad for you.

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by shirlener88 25 Feb 2012

Thank you each - you are all so special - what can one say - when you have gone out of your way to make a birthday so speical - when it comes - I will open my gifts - more than likely have a leaky eye or two and then take some pictures and post them - do be patient with me - as I want to take it all in - on my birthday - I don't believe I have had this much attention for a birthday in my life. However, I have had a special birthday celebration with the CUTE family for many years - the 1st one I celebrated with the CUTE family is part of the reason that we now have a birthday posting - if I am not right about this - I am sorry - but when there was so much fuzz made the 1st time - when I posted it was my birthday - it was so much fun - recieiving birthday wishes - that I do believe from that - Raelene decided to make a list of birthday's - some time right after that. So thank you each for being so special to be part of this birthday celebration, too.

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buffy1 by buffy1 25 Feb 2012

Happy Brithday! Hope you have a blessed Day! Tomorrow is my son's birthday too!

sewmom by sewmom 25 Feb 2012

Have a fabulous day. I'm glad you are going to share your special day with us!

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by toogie 25 Feb 2012

Sounds like the BIG day is tomorrow so HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU, SHIRLEEN ! God Bless-Toogie

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 25 Feb 2012

Thanks Toogie, tomorrow should be wonderful.

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by bevintex 25 Feb 2012

Happy Birthday Shirlene, I hope you have a wonderful day!
Bev

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 25 Feb 2012

Thanks Bev, I am hoping it will be.

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by jacquipaul 25 Feb 2012

Happy Birthday Shirlene!
Enjoy your day!
Hugs and Love,
Jacqueline

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 25 Feb 2012

Jacqueline, thank you - when it gets here - I will do just that.

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by oaro 25 Feb 2012

===Happy BIRTHDAY==== I hope you have lovely day filled whit happiest love and I wish you many many years in good health . Maria

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 25 Feb 2012

Maria, thank you dear - I hope it will be as well.

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by capoodle 25 Feb 2012

HAPPY BIRTHDAY SHIRLENE! Hope your day was filled with love.

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 25 Feb 2012

Anita, thanks dear - I hope it will be, too.

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by cj2sew 25 Feb 2012

Happy Birthday Shirlene. You have more friends than you ever knew. Enjoy your day and know that you're loved.

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 25 Feb 2012

Thanks my dear - I surely do.

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by tmbache 25 Feb 2012

Happy Happy Birthday to you Shirlene!!!!!
hope your day is filled with great friends and a loving family. We all love you here on "Cute" and enjoy all of your special gifts. Cause we sure enjoy all you do for us. Love and Hugs...

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 25 Feb 2012

Theresa, thank you - I am sure it will just be Rick and I. I will enjoy the special gifts - once I get them opened. Thank you for you comments.

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by theduchess 25 Feb 2012

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!Enjoy your Day *-* Stella

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 25 Feb 2012

Stella, thank you - I will when it gets here.

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by mooie24 25 Feb 2012

HI Shirlene

Have a wonderful birthday everyone derserves to be spoilt once in a while lol..
have lots of fun with all your new goodies

Big hugs from London
Maria xx

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 25 Feb 2012

Maria, thanks - I will enjoy it - once it gets here.

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by christracey 25 Feb 2012

Happy Birthday Shirlene. I hope you enjoy all the goodies that you received.

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 25 Feb 2012

Thanks you dear - I will when the time comes.

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by lidiad 25 Feb 2012

Dear Shirlene, I wish you a most wonderful Birthday tomorrow!!!! Hugs, Lidia

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 25 Feb 2012

Lidia, thank you - it should be a great day.

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by gramsbear 25 Feb 2012

Happy Happy Birthday To You, To You!!! Hugs & Blessings Of Love, Judy

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 25 Feb 2012

Judy, thank you - dear.

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by asterixsew Moderator 25 Feb 2012

Well Shirlene in my bit of the world its almost your birthday so make it a great one. Hugs from across the pond

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 25 Feb 2012

Carolyn, thanks - it is yet in my world. Hehehe!

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by cfidl 25 Feb 2012

Happy Birthday Sweetie, I hope you have a wonderful happy day tomorrow. christine Live Laugh Download Stitch!

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 25 Feb 2012

Christine, thanks dear - I hope it will be.

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by shuede 25 Feb 2012

Shirlene, happy birthday on the 26th. I hope it's extra special! Denise

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 25 Feb 2012

Denise, thank you - I am hoping it is, too.

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by manami 25 Feb 2012

Dear Shirlene, Happy Birthday to you! I wish you have a wonderful day with your family and friends.
Love and hugs, Yoriko

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 25 Feb 2012

Yoriko, thanks dear - I am sure it will just be Rick and me, however.

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by rw9340 25 Feb 2012

Happy Birthday

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 25 Feb 2012

Thanks!

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by designgirl 25 Feb 2012

Happy Birthday, Shirlene. Hope 2012 is the best year ever for you and Rick. Hugs Lynn

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 25 Feb 2012

Lyn, thank you for the great wish.

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by mi30kaja 25 Feb 2012

Happy Birthday Shirlene.

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 25 Feb 2012

Lyn, thanks I hope it will be, too.

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by snowbird42 25 Feb 2012

Ah shirlene we are almostg twins i just finished my birthday celebrations that went on forever and now i hope your is a special as mine was yesterday ...soozie

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 25 Feb 2012

Soozie, thank you - I guess we are almost twins - Hehehe! I hope it will be - glad yours was.

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by katydid 25 Feb 2012

Happy Birthday to Shirlene for the 26th.

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 25 Feb 2012

Kay, thanks - I hope it will be also.

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by pcteddyb 25 Feb 2012

Happy Birthday Shirlene (tomorrow)! I know each of your cute "secret sisters" made your gifts with love and care with the hope they would bring you a bit of joy on your special day. Please do be persuaded to show us your goodies.

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 25 Feb 2012

Thanks dear - once the time comes - for me to open them - I can take pictures and share them. Hehehe!

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by dailylaundry 25 Feb 2012

Shirlene!! A very Happy Birthday to you! We love you! hugs, Laura*

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 25 Feb 2012

Laura, thanks so very much - I appreciate it.

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by shilly 25 Feb 2012

So happy that your cute friends wanted to make your day special;may we see what they sent you? Happy belated birthday!

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 25 Feb 2012

shilly, my birthday hasn't arrived in my neck of the woods yet - but when it does - I will take pictures of the gifts and share them.

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by noah 25 Feb 2012

I want to say May God be with you today and always as he is the best gift of all .I know that you believe this also hugs, one for you and one for Rick carolyn

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 25 Feb 2012

Carlyn, I do realize that - thanks so much - hope it is a great day - tomorrow.

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by greysewist Moderator 25 Feb 2012

Thanks Sue for posting about this and Happy Birthday, Shirlene and may you have many more happy ones! I wish I'd managed to join in with the giving, but well done to all who did -what a lovely group of friends you all are!

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 25 Feb 2012

Thanks so much - many did participate - more than necessary - but how special it will be - when I get to see what they have sent. It is a great CUTE family.

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by aussiequilter 25 Feb 2012

If you lived in Australia Shirlener you could open your gifts now ,,,,,,lol

remember that the blessing is also in the giving.

Monika

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 25 Feb 2012

Monika, thanks - I know - if I did - I could - but I don't - so I will wait - I do appreciate all the effort made in giving.

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by eteaff 25 Feb 2012

Hope you have a very Happy Birthday Feb. 26th!

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 25 Feb 2012

Thank you - when it gets here - I hope it is.

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by dlonnahawkins 25 Feb 2012

Happy Birthday - tomorrow, Shirlene, and thank you Sue for posting this here.

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 25 Feb 2012

Beth, thanks my dear - YES, thank you Sue.

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by auntbaba 25 Feb 2012

Happy Birthday Shirlene!!! I hope that you're day is full of sunshine and love! Barb

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 25 Feb 2012

Barb, thank you - that will be nice if it is - I think there is snow in the forecast - Hehehe!

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by babyred 25 Feb 2012

I am so sorry I missed this, I have not been on Cute lately due to my own health issues. Happy Birthday Shirlene!

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 25 Feb 2012

Linda, you didn't miss it - my birthday isn't until tomorrow. Thanks!

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by debswebster 25 Feb 2012

Special gifts for a very special lady...sweets for the sweet.

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 25 Feb 2012

Thanks Deb, maybe there are some sweets, too.

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by justsew 25 Feb 2012

Happy birthday to you Shirlene,thank you for your contribution to Cuties.
Hugs Pam

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 25 Feb 2012

Pam, thanks - I so appreciate it.

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by muflotex 25 Feb 2012

Hey, Shirlene you are a special cute,
have yourself a goooooood one and just enjoy!!!

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 25 Feb 2012

Sue, thanks so very much - we all are special - I will enjoy it - once it gets here.

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by thecraftycritter 25 Feb 2012

Hopefully this special birthday will be the turning point for better things for the year to come. You've been through a couple tough ones and someone so caring deserves to have a fantastic birthday every once in a while. Have a great one!!! Marilyn

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 25 Feb 2012

Marilyn, thank you very much - what a sweet thing to say. I hope it becomes just that.

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by sewfrenzie 25 Feb 2012

Happy Birthday Shirlene! What a wonderful day you will have will all you special gifts from your "extra" cute secret sisters!
Diane

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 25 Feb 2012

Diane, they sure went out of their way to make it special. Thanks!

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by alexgrandma 25 Feb 2012

Happy Birthday Shirlene!! I hope you have a safe and happy Birthday!!

Judy

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 25 Feb 2012

Judy, thank you dear - I hope it will be as well.

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by louisecockeran 25 Feb 2012

Happy Birthday Shirlene may this year only bring you health, happiness, love and blessings Hugs Louise

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 25 Feb 2012

Louise, what a great wish. Thanks!

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by zoefzoef 25 Feb 2012

So now we all are curious to find out what kind of gifts she received ! I know I couldn't wait to open them. Have a nice birthday Shirlene !

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 25 Feb 2012

Thank you my dear - I hope it will be a great day - I will share - once I open and take pictures on my birthday.

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by bokkieborduur 25 Feb 2012

Shirlene, May this day be one of the best that you have. Happy Birtday to you. Hugs Marie

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 25 Feb 2012

Marie, thanks my dear - I do believe it will be.

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by caroldann 25 Feb 2012

I think we are just trying to show her how much she means to us here at cute and what a dear friend she has become. Hugs..Carol

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 25 Feb 2012

Carol, what a wonderful thing to say - you all mean so very much to me, too.

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by catsnhorses 25 Feb 2012

Shirlene -
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!! Your Cute family loves you.
Marion in KY

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 25 Feb 2012

Marion, thank you dear.

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by jerrib 25 Feb 2012

Dear Shirlene:
Hope you have a wonderful birthday tomorrow. Looking forward to seeing all the special gifts you receive.
Hugs: Jerri

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 25 Feb 2012

Jerri, thank you my dear - I will post pictures - once I open the gifts.

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by airyfairy 25 Feb 2012

Have a wonderful birthday Shirlene. Hugs Sarah.

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 25 Feb 2012

Sarah, thank you - I will when it gets here. Hehehe!

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by lawmedassistant 25 Feb 2012

Happy Birthday! I hope you have a wonderful day! Many Hugs! ~ Sherry ~

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 25 Feb 2012

Sherry, thank you dear - I am sure it will be.

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by pldc 25 Feb 2012

have a wonderful birthday Shirlene, hugs Loralye

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shirlener88 by shirlener88 25 Feb 2012

Thank you dear - I bet it will be once it gets here.

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