Midwest Mary

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Mary K. Doyle

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Many Thanks

Thank you for all of the wishes for a Happy 70th Birthday. I appreciate everyone who took the time to comment on my post, text, email, send cards, and call. You made me feel very special.

My children asked what I wanted for my birthday, and I said I wanted time with them. They rented a house in Wisconsin Dells on a lake and part of Kalahari Resorts.

The gift was everything I could possibly hope for. We spent a long weekend playing together. I watched my children and grandchildren laughing and enjoying going down water slides, eating, playing arcade and yard games, laughing, and relaxing at the house. Mostly, everyone seemed happy just to be with one another.

By the end of the weekend, we looked like we partied hard. Confetti from the pinata decorated the house, we brought more food than we could eat, and I lost my voice from screaming on the water slides—those slides were scary!

I feel richly blessed and thank the Lord for so many people to love and feel loved by. May I spread that love that’s been showered on me for the rest of my years.

©2024, Mary K. Doyle

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Responses to “Many Thanks”

  1. windupmyskirt

    If it means anything to you, you DON’T Look 70! I’m 59, and you look like you’re my age . Whatever you’re doing, keep it up!

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you! 🙂

      Reply
  2. Dawna

    Happy Birthday!!

    Nothing Bundt Cake, is that the white chocolate raspberry? Looks yummy. Glad you enjoyed family time, I agree, those are the best gifts of all.

    Hugs

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Hahah. Yes, a Nothing Bundt Cake-Confetti with cream cheese frosting. Too delicious. How many pounds did I gain this weekend? Thank you Dawna. I appreciate you stopping by and sending birthday wishes.

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      1. Dawna

        Those extra happy pounds you put on, well worth it. Those kinda pounds always bring out our glow. Glad you enjoyed your cake. I’ll have to try the confetti with cream cheese some time.

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        1. Mary K. Doyle

          You’re right, Dawna. Birthday cake glow! It was very yummy.

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  3. Anthony

    Happy Belated Birthday you look more like 40 instead of 70 btw 😊

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Ahhh, thank you, Anthony. The candlelight helped 🙂

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  4. Looking for the Light

    A blessed life indeed! You deserve it ! Hugs

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you, Melinda. Love to you.

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      1. Looking for the Light

        I’m taking it in. Hard words to hear but I feel them.

        Reply
  5. Willie Torres Jr.

    Aww. Sounds like you had the Perfect Birthday. So Happy for You.

    God Bless You with Many, Many, More.

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you, Willie. It was a fabulous birthday.

      Reply
  6. Kym Gordon Moore

    Happy Birthday Mary! Lookin’ marvelous girlfriend. Only 364 more days of celebrating to go! Cheers! 🥳🥂🎉

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Hahaha. Yes! I’m celebrating everyday from now on. Thank you, Kym.

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      1. Kym Gordon Moore

        You are so very welcome Mary. I don’t expect anything less girlfriend. 💐🥳💞🎈🎂

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  7. Rosaliene Bacchus

    The best gift ever!!!

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Absolutely, Rosaliene. It was everything I’d hoped for.

      Reply
  8. Amy

    How wonderful to spend time with your family on your birthday. You really look like 40s.
    Thank you for sharing your special day with us.

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you, Amy. I will be smiling for months.

      Reply
  9. GP

    Looks like you had a good one, Mary!

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      I did have a spectacular birthday, GP. Thank you for commenting. Hope all is well with you.

      Reply
  10. ugurcanbal92

    Happy birthday ! May your new age bring happiness, health and success 🙏

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you for the beautiful wishes.

      Reply
  11. Nancy Homlitas

    Mary you look good! I guess that’s what joy does to you. God bless you and your wonderful family. 🙂

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Yes, Nancy. Joy allows us to shine. It’s the best medicine, isn’t it. May you always be joyful, my friend.

      Reply
  12. Destiny

    May we all age like you , Mary… gracefully so and not looking that 70 at all.

    blessings and wishes your way 🤍🌷🙏

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you, Destiny. Have the very best day.

      Reply
  13. arlene

    Again, blessed and happy birthday Mary. You’re looking great.🥰🌹🎂

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you, Arlene. I just learned that candlelight is the best light for a photo. LOL.

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      1. arlene

        Yes, it is. I do that too.🥰

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  14. Michele Lee

    Family, waterslides, laughing, eating, and confetti… what a wonderful birthday weekend you had! 🎉

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Hahaha. Michele, my kids did everything they could think of to make me feel loved. What a gift.

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      1. Michele Lee

        💝

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  15. Stephanie

    Looking great and your birthday wish seems the best ever! Happiest of birthdays!

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you, Stephanie. All the best to you.

      Reply
  16. PradP

    Happy to see you celebrating & sharing your joy with us.Lots of love and blessings for your journey ahead.

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you, Prad. It’s been fabulous. And all my WordPress friends have added to the joy. Thank you.

      Reply
  17. mistermaxxx08

    You truly deserved it and truly an incredible get together. Appreciate you sharing this and you are timeless. Blessings and peace uplift

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you, dear Mister Maxxx. My kids showered me with love. It’s been an incredible birthday.

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      1. mistermaxxx08

        You deserve it truly

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  18. marvellousnightmare

    Congratulations! I wish you all the best! 🙂

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you! It’s been incredible!

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      1. marvellousnightmare

        Happy to hear that 🙂

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  19. Sue (Mac’s Girl)

    Belated Happy Birthday wishes, Mary. It sounds like you had a wonderful time with your family.

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      I had the best time, Sue. My kids thought of everything. They spoiled me!

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  20. ravishekharu

    so nice to enjoy the party

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  21. ecannellaeb63cc576a

    Love you! Happy Birthday to the Queen!

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you, my sweet daughter. Love you much!

      Reply
  22. Pooja G

    What a lovely way to celebrate your birthday, so glad you got to spend it with your family.

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you, Pooja. It was everything I wished for.

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      1. Pooja G

        You’re very welcome and that’s great.

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  23. Kevin

    Happy Belated Birthday, Mary! I am glad you got to celebrate with your loved ones! 😊😊😊

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you, Kevin. I’m still smiling from all of the fun and love. Be good to yourself, my friend.

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      1. Kevin

        That’s fantastic. I’m very, very happy for you, Mary.
        You and I share a birth month, actually. lol

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        1. Mary K. Doyle

          When is your birthday, Kevin? Are you Taurus or Gemini?

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          1. Kevin

            Gemini. I am actually the day before you, so we’re pretty close.

          2. Mary K. Doyle

            Hope you’re still celebrating! Happy Belated Birthday, Friend.

          3. Kevin

            Well, no that ship has sailed until next year for me. I’m right back to the old grind lol

  24. Cindy Georgakas

    I love this post and picture of you celebrating this milestone Mary, looking amazing might I add. I can think of no better birthday than. being with the kiddos and grands. Keep celebrating! Happiest of birthdays, my friend💕

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Ah, Cindy, you are so sweet. Thank you. I know you know how important our children and grandchildren are to us. Their well-being and happiness is everything that makes us happy.

      Reply
  25. Despain

    Happy 70th, gorgeous

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Ah, thank you, Despain.

      Reply
  26. Irene Fes

    You are blessed Mary, looking super Gorgeous at 70❤️

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you, Irene. Just don’t turn up the lights or look too closely 🙂

      Reply
  27. Dani Lynn Carter

    Happy Birthday and I am glad you had such a wonderful, fun trip with your family!

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you, Dani Lynn. And welcome to Midwest Mary. Good to see you here.

      Reply
  28. Dawn Pisturino

    I’m glad you had such a spectacular birthday! You look so beautiful! I remember going to the Wisconsin Dells when I was a small child. I remember the water and the cheese.

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Yep- Wisconsin Cheese is Everywhere!!! Thanks for commenting, Dawn.

      Reply
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  30. SiriusSea

    Beautiful picture Mary ❤ & Many more blessings, family moments, wishes, photo’s, memories, CAKE and love forevermore !! 🙂

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you for all of those marvelous wishes.

      Reply
  31. Asif Baloch

    I have never seen such a passionate blogger like you.

    Reply
    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you, Asif. You are very kind.

      Reply
  32. Dr. K Anil Roy

    Belated birthday wishes, stay blessed 🥳🥳🎂🎂🥰

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you, Doctor. All the best to you.

      Reply
  33. Wholeness Chronicles

    Many more year’s with health,strength and peace be upon you, Mary. Stay Blessed! 🌸 🙏

    Reply
    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you. I appreciate all the good wishes.

      Reply
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