One of the Prettiest Gifts

One of the prettiest gifts I received for my 40th birthday was this album from my sister. When she turned 40, five years ago, I made her an album so that she could record all those special events from her birthday and that entire year. Now, I have one of my very own to carry on the tradition.

I knew she was up to something, but I wasn't sure exactly what. Here's the full shot:
And here's the close up:

She did such a beautiful job. I love the flowers, the bird and the flower pot. And, one of my favorite details is the jute string around the pot.

Now, I want to get to work filling the pages with the events from the past two weeks, birthday, beach....before it all escapes this old brain of mine.