my birthday is on monday and i've been thinking about what makes a day "special". what for me makes me feel like it's my birthday? so i think i'll make a list.
1.chocolate cake
2.dinner out, my choice. this year will be raw vegan
3.some shopping, okay alot of shopping
4.andy once woke me up once on my birthday with guitar in hand and sang to me, that made me feel very special
5.a beautiful card from andy
6.a card from eliot
7.spa treatments
8.a pretty outfit
Heartshapedsky 
I am almost done with your gift. It is taking longer than expected. I did not get the idea until late too, so I have been working against the clock. Then I have to wait for nice weather to walk to the post office to mail it. I think you will like it, I hope. ; )
Happy Birthday Dear Friend!