one of my favorite people ever has one of the sweetest mommas ever (well right after my momma!).

last year she hit a little milestone – middle age.  60.  the older i get, the younger that sounds. right??

check out these amazing photos from the beautiful mess.

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the birthday girl!

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my bestie and her hottie hubby.  she was the mastermind behind organizing this secret soiree!

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photography: the beautiful mess  |  venue:  the mint museum, uptown  |  planner / designer: ivy robinson events

florals: lily greenthumbs  |  rentals: afr (chairs) + classic party rentals (china/tables)

linens: nuage |  paper / stationery: olive paper