First of all, I apologize for taking this long to tell you about my birthday (it was on the 14th of January). That said, this year’s birthday was a blast! Last year was a blast. But this year was an even bigger blast. And most times, bigger is better … right?
This cake was courtesy of Funmie, and it was mm mm good!
More pictures and stories when you continue.
I share my birthday with the little love of my life, Toby. He’s my cousin, and he, too, was born on January 14th. He was supposed to be born in April, but he came out three months early (on January 14th 2002). Just goes to show you what some people will do to be close to me *cough*. So first, I spent my our birthday with him. He turned 10. I turned 21. Shut up. I don’t want to know what you have to say about my age. He spent the day bowling with his little friends. I spent the day taking pictures of him bowling with his little friends.
This is a picture of Toby and Vera: the finest January 14th birthday celebrants in the whole wide world.
After that, I went back home to meet him. He said he was taking me out to dinner for my birthday. I took a shower, got dressed, and was ready to roll. He dressed up like he was the celebrant. Someone needs to remind him. He said we’re going to a place starting with the letter D. Then he said we were going to Delaware, and I wondered why he did not tell me sooner. Delaware is about 2 hours away from us. We ended up in Downtown Baltimore. He said we weren’t going to Delaware, but rather Downtown, and that even the restaurant we were going to starts with letter D. Every corner we turned, I scanned around for any restaurants starting with the letter D.
Finally, we got into Della Notte Italian restaurant, and I was too busy to notice the group of familiar faces sitting around tables, and then before I could gather my thoughts, they all said, “Surprise!” There were 21 of us, and I was filled with so much awe and appreciation. We ate, drank, talked, laughed, and of course, took pictures. My favorite part was when everyone stood up and gave a speech about how awesomely fabulous I am *gulp*
I had no clue whatsoever that he was planning this dinner party for me. He specifically told me that no one was allowed except me and him. Reason he said that was because I usually spend my birthday with my friends, especially Funmie. So he warned me to not invite anyone to the dinner. He even got mad at me one time because he thought I had invited Funmie. Said if I invite anyone, he’s cancelling the plans. Two days before my birthday, he said he was having problems deciding what restaurant to book. I told him I didn’t care; he should just book one. No big deal to me. Unknown to me, he had made the plans for my surprise dinner over a month ago. I was totally fooled … and that wasn’t even my birthday gift *insert Igbo girl blush*
I’m really so grateful to all my friends for making out the time to come out and celebrate with me. I’m thankful for the laughs we shared, the bonds we made, the memories we created, and of course, the gifts I received. Hehe. Saying that I’m grateful for him would not do justice to the way I feel. My words fail me. And this time, it’s a good thing. I’m grateful to my mom and dad for the love and support they’ve given me all my life. I wouldn’t pick another family if I could. And to my sweet, sweet Toby who believes ANYTHING I tell him (including the fact that I’m only 18), I love you die. Most of all, I’m grateful to God for giving me the grace to celebrate another 21st birthday. 😀 My only regret is that my gorgeous sister-friend, Uju could not make it. She just had to attend med school in Chicago. Some people just don’t know their priorities!
Me and Dayo. He’s like a baby brother.
Temi, Biola, Me, Seun (Funmie’s sister, and my baby sister too), and her boo, Niyi.
Me and DJ
Me and my sweerat, Funmie. I told you this girl is in love with me. Here’s another proof.
I had to wipe the kiss off my face.
The bloggers unite: SkinnyHipster, Me, and MikkiSoXtra
Ayo, me, and Mikki
Me and Busola. Have nooo idea what we were laughing at. Absolutely love the picture.
Me, Busola, and Funmie. There is a clearer version of this picture, but I really love this version.
Left to right: Deola, me, Busola, Funmie, and Ibukun.
Me and Ibukun.
Deola and me.
Me and Kayode.
Me and my one and only photographer, PaOsin. He came through for me as usual. Lovvvvve my pictures!
I’m gonna call Ayo and ask him what the heck he was doing putting his hat on that statue and talking to it. I’d also like to know what the statue said back to him.
A failed attempt at taking a group picture.
And I have no idea who that is. Or why he’s kissing me. I clearly hated every moment of it.
Pictures by PaOsin.
Hair by Marci. I’ll tell you more about her later.
The End.
Havent been on blogger for a while, im just going to pretend seeing pictures of you is a norm, *then quietly scan back to the post about the big reveal* there is one right, cant explain my shock when i realized your avatar on twitter was a picture of you, lol
Pictures are gorge and that cake looks hella yummy
and “him” is def a looker!!!!
God bless this newyear in your life
*mwah*
LOL! See you. So you missed my big reveal ehn? Where were you? Don’t tell me there was something more important going on in your life? LOL. Anyway, thanks, honey, and yes, the cake was delish!!
Looks like you had a really nice birthday. It’s going to take a while to get used to seeing uncensored photos of you on the internet like this 🙂
Tolu, I don’t blame you at all. Even I need some time to get used to seeing myself on the internet. It’s very weird.
Awww Vera!! I love it!!!..:D all of it!
Thanks, boo!!! Haven’t been at your spot in a minute. Forgive me, please.
Vera,
you sure had fun
but that last picture are you sure that is not ‘him’. Cos you were obviously enjoying the love. lol
Darkelcee,
I have no idea who he is. Can’t you tell I hated every moment of it.
aww vera don’t worry i will get my priorities straight next time 😉
LOL! Uju, I don’t think I appreciate your sarcasm! Warn yourself ooo
lmaoo you look like you’re in lala land in the last pic
LOL. Me, lala land? For wia? I loathed the moment. Couldn’t wait for it to be over and done with.
Love the pics! And what the heck was that guy and the statue talking about?! Seems kinda random. lol.
LOL. Yeah, I bet you’re wondering. I hope y’ll had a good conversation.
Lol… I was thinking in my head as I scroll through that where is he in all these pictures. I was even hissing sef like it is my business.:)
Happy belated birthday and gorgeous pictures too.
Hahaha. Adeola, so you weren’t interested in seeing the rest of my people, ehn? Just him. LOL. Well, that’s him. I’m glad I didn’t disappoint you.
That’s ur boo and you clearly loved every second of the kiss!!! Say the truth and let the devil be ashamed. 🙂
I so love that you are no longer anonymous!!!!!
So Madam Sting, when do you plan to also ‘unveil’, ‘reveal’…?
Deola, help me ask her ooo! She’s here liking my own. Yeye girl.
Madame Sting, in fact, you are right. I will say the truth and shame the devil: that is my boo, and I was loving every second of the kiss. There. I said it 😀
Wait… we have to hang around for 2 weeks to see birthday pictures and all the beautiful people?
I forward motion to vote you out of your Verastic presidency…seriously!!
Anyway, Congratulations, Happy birthday, and keep it up!
P.s.
@Paosin got skills o!
The Coach, haha. You’re not serious at all! You want to vote Verastic out of Verastic? I am not Steve Jobs that was fired from Apple ooo! LOL. Anyway, I’m sorry for the pictures being late. I was so occupied with OccupyNigeria, and then, I was too lazy to resize all the pictures. Forgive me, abeg.
And yes, PaOsin got some serious skeeeeeels!
This is what I call a proper boo’troduction (boo introduction.)
*Him* is quite a fine boy, I hope you all make plenty of fine babies together when the time is right.
Oh yeah, happy bday 😀
Thanks, boo!! All the children will look like me, so we’ll both be happy. Ha. And lol @ boo’troduction. Good one. How was Naija? I need to call you sef. Your sister told me you really rubbed it in her face. Good job!
Boo wishes he was alone with you somewhere warm and toasty
That’s weird! That’s my wish too 😉
Choi! So tey you guys are even swapping spit in the comment section. LOL
Pls Manny and Very, give us date and aso ebi quick quick,
Elle, warn yourself oh! And this is not a swap of spit, thank you very much! This is just — just —- a swap of comments.
Aww love the pics! You look so gorge!
😀 Thank you, darling.
ooooo.. oh oh oh NO…. HE is taking my shine on this post…. i’m so not feeling HIM/HE at the moment.
*Funmie walks away, snapping***
side note… jeez, i am RAZZ
Yes, indeed, you are very, very razz. And lol at him taking your shine. I don’t understand it myself. I mean, who does he think he is, right?
2 whole weeks!!! ->>*Looks at calendar*
The Pics came out awesome…def. had fun.. and I was the first to shout SURPRISE!!!!
p.s. -> Your anonymity is no more *smile*… better stop the Him, He, Her and start using those Nouns 😉
Mikki, I’m sorrrrry! I didn’t mean to keep them hostage for this long. Now, all I need to do is send out an e-mail with the link to all the pictures so you can download yours *sigh* I’ll get to it some day. LOL. And I have no intention to stop the him/he yet oo! One thing at a time. LOL. For now, he’ll just be him/he.
These are wonderful pictures! Someone here did not like your bangs, but I think it sets off your powerful cheeks, can I please play with them? After He is done with them obviously, lol…
What?! Who doesn’t like my bangs? It’s Atala abi? I’m coming there to catch him. And to think, I did this hair especially for him ooo. 🙁 Feel free to play with them anytime. LOL.
Awwwww…lovely pictures Vera.
Happy birthday once again…..so U know Temi(tayo)
He’s ma bro from way way back
Left U a birthday message too
Have a great year ahead
You know what? I saw your tweet oh! I’m so sorry I didn’t (haven’t) responded. I had to call “him” to ask who Temitayo is. LOL. I don’t really know him, but he’s Biola’s boyfriend, and she’s my church member, so …. yeah. Anyway, thank you so much. It was really nice of him (Temitayo) to come for my birthday. Thanks again for the well wishes 🙂
Yea Right! (*rolling eyes*). Its oh so obvious that You clearly hated every moment of that kiss (*eyebrows up*), it shows from your dreamy eyes and smile…..(*smirk*smirk*)…Lol!!!! Glad You had fun on your beautiful day. I did too……There’s just something about ‘Us” born on the 14th of January….right! (*thumbs up*)
Adeola!!! No be lie at all oh! There’s definitely something about “us” LOL. As per that kiss, hmm, this my face was just acting film for you people oh. I just wanted y’ll to be entertained, that’s all. That’s my story, and I’m sticking to it.
O Kaare o, Vera! Mo ri pe o hate kizz yen baje baje… yeye dey smell.
Meanwhoos, what do you mean by my text sounded like I was “normal”? Warn ara e o, Vera *Pulls on one of my ears*. I absolutely love your bangs. It complements your face well. Folks like us can’t rock bangs unfortunately.., Head too big.
I keep seeing this bling on your 4th finger left hand… *singing* ‘One day be one day, a sinner man go…’
Keezzes!
Nefertiti, you too, warn ara e o! Yes, I hated the keez baje baje. Ehen? LOL. The text I sent you since, you’re just talking about it now. LOL. And yes, I meant every word of what I said too. See as you just typed text like pesin wey head correct. Meanwhile, those of us that know you know that your head is anything but correct. You no dey fool me oh! Per the bling, stop your yeye singing jare. It’s just there for fashion. You still owe me rice and you’re here talking about ring.
Thanks for the bangs compliment. You should try it. You never know. I don’t remember the size of your head. Send me a picture of it, lemme remind myself ahaha
P.S. Who is the sinner you’re referring to in your song? I have never sinned a day in my life *adjusts halo*
Happy BDay Vera. *Cough* Happy 21 lol. And Lovely pics!
Brooms, mind yourself! What’s the meaning of that cough? LOL. Thanks, babe!! 😀
If Vera can keep her face away from us for a long time, she can also say that she didnt enjoy that kiss from the last photo. hahaha!!! YOu had a swell celebration Vera! looking forward to your 22nd birthday and that picture of the same guy kissing your cheek and you not liking it! hehe! 🙂 Love love!
Jabez, I don’t understand you anymore oo. I thought you’re on my side? LOL. Yes, I did have a swell celebration. I did not see it coming at all. They really got me. I’m looking forward to my 22nd birthday too. And I’ll still not enjoy whatever kiss he may decide to give me on that day. 😀
yohoooo!!! i appeared on verastic.com… dancing king… happy birthday Vera!
You would have made it sooner if you ever appeared in any of the pictures. LOL. Thank God I forced you to take a picture. If not … na for mouth only I go dey talk about PaOsin, my wonderful photographer.
You are so lovely. I just found your blog and I can tell I like it already :0)
Awwww. Thank you so much, Chili *blushing* Hope to see you back. Thank you!!!!!!!!!
Awwww, Vera he is very handsome. Happy belated birthday.
You found it! Dis babe, you are good! LOL. Thanks, love 🙂