Sunday, March 8th, 2009
A Year Wiser
Well, that’s what I hope, at least. And no, I did not just turn 5. I’m a lot older than that. 
To me, birthdays are special for so many reasons! And my day of birth is made even more special because today is also the International Women’s Day AND the National Women’s Day in the Philippines! Woo-hoo! So all you women out there, put your feet up and take a break. It is your special day, so come celebrate with me.
My wishes, I hear you ask. Quite simple: that I get to share all the years I have left on this lovely planet with the people who mean the most to me.
Now who wants a piece?
I am many things - a life coach, a diversity champion, a freelance writer and translator, a dog lover, a citizen of the world, etc - but never thought of myself as a photographer. Norwich inspires me to capture snapshots of this fine Norman city. Take a trip down Norwich lanes or enjoy a walk in the park with me.
on Sunday, March 8th, 2009 at 1:29 am:
happy birthday, Dr. Joy!
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joy replied on March 10th, 2009:
Thanks, Dodong!
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on Sunday, March 8th, 2009 at 3:39 am:
Happy birthday joy!
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joy replied on March 10th, 2009:
Thanks, Pinky!
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on Sunday, March 8th, 2009 at 3:41 am:
Happy Birthday Joy! I wish you good health and more success in life. I want a piece of that cake, looks yummy
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joy replied on March 10th, 2009:
Thanks for the wishes, Missy
And here’s your piece of cake.
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on Sunday, March 8th, 2009 at 6:26 am:
I wish you Happy Birthday, Joy!
Cento di questi giorni!
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joy replied on March 10th, 2009:
Bonjorno, Pietro! Grazie
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on Sunday, March 8th, 2009 at 6:38 am:
Hi!
Here’s wishing you all the best on your birthday. May you have more cakes to blow!
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joy replied on March 10th, 2009:
Hi Juliana! Many thanks for the wishes. Er, did you mean candles?
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Juliana replied on March 10th, 2009:
Hi Joy!
haha, that’s what I get for leaving a comment way past midnight. yes, that should have been candles.
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on Sunday, March 8th, 2009 at 7:40 am:
Happy Birthday Joy! Today in Italy woman are also celebrating “La giornata delle donne” so happy Woman’s day to you too, have a great one!
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joy replied on March 10th, 2009:
Hi Lilla! That’s why I’m always excited to celebrate my birthday. It’s doubly special each year because I celebrate the day with fellow sisters around the world.
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on Sunday, March 8th, 2009 at 8:12 am:
I wish you a very happy birthday!
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joy replied on March 10th, 2009:
Thanks, Luke!
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on Sunday, March 8th, 2009 at 9:18 am:
Ooo – did someone mention cake?
Happy Birthday.
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joy replied on March 10th, 2009:
Thanks, Richard! Want a piece of cake?
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on Sunday, March 8th, 2009 at 9:38 am:
Happy Birthday !
Enjoy this special day !
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joy replied on March 10th, 2009:
Hi, Sidney! Thanks. I did. Spent it with my significant other in Tallinn. Brrrr.
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on Sunday, March 8th, 2009 at 10:20 am:
i definitely want a piece, that’s if the first nine commentors already took the whole part.
happy birthday joy! my brother is also celebrating his birthday today.
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joy replied on March 10th, 2009:
There’s plenty of cake to go around, Dong.
Thanks for the greeting and I hope your brother enjoyed his day, too.
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on Sunday, March 8th, 2009 at 1:53 pm:
Hi Joy!
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Doubled congratulations: Happy Birthday and Happy International Day!!!
Spare a slice of the cake, I’ll join you…
Amazing Habitat posts…
Meanwhile, the last of the beautiful Forts in Jaipur waits you at Blogtrotter: – The Nahargarh Fort! Enjoy and have a great week!
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joy replied on March 10th, 2009:
Thanks for the wonderful greetings, Gil! Here’s your slice of cake.
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on Sunday, March 8th, 2009 at 2:40 pm:
Happy Birthday Dr. Joy! I hope you had fun on your big day! May your wishes come true.
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joy replied on March 10th, 2009:
Thanks, Nina! Yes, I did have fun, although it was quite cold in Tallinn.
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on Sunday, March 8th, 2009 at 2:43 pm:
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!
I wish you all the best Joy! God bless you now, always, and forever!
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joy replied on March 10th, 2009:
Thanks, Dennis!
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on Sunday, March 8th, 2009 at 3:47 pm:
Happy birthday, Joy! My wish for you: may God grant you your wish!
Just a tiny slice please!
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joy replied on March 10th, 2009:
Hi Hilda. Many thanks for the wish
And here’s your tiny slice of cake.
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on Sunday, March 8th, 2009 at 7:55 pm:
Birthday greetings for your special day from a fellow Piscean. Hope your wishes come true and the cake was tasty.
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joy replied on March 10th, 2009:
Hi, Gails_man! So when is your happy day? Thanks for the wishes. Of course the cake was tasty. I made it
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on Sunday, March 8th, 2009 at 8:47 pm:
Very Happy Birthday. I’ sure all the cake has gone so I’ll raise a glass to you instead. The person is more important than the number.
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joy replied on March 10th, 2009:
Hi babooshka! I saw many babooshka dolls on my birthday in Tallinn and Helsinki
Many thanks for the greeting.
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on Sunday, March 8th, 2009 at 10:50 pm:
Happy B-Day. Eat a slice for me please.
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joy replied on March 10th, 2009:
Hi gogouci! Thanks for the greeting
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on Monday, March 9th, 2009 at 8:20 am:
Happy Belated Birthday ! And I need a piece
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joy replied on March 10th, 2009:
Thanks, Deepak! Sorry all the cake’s gone
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on Monday, March 9th, 2009 at 9:42 am:
Belated Happy Birthday, JOy
Hope you had a wonderful day!!!
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joy replied on March 10th, 2009:
Hi, Ash! Thanks for the greeting. Yes, it was wonderful – spent away from Norwich
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on Tuesday, March 10th, 2009 at 12:22 am:
Hi Joy, my birthday was Feb 26, which coincidentally was also my 3rd wedding anniversary. Gail has been my best birthday present ever.
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joy replied on March 10th, 2009:
Aaawww. You are such a sweet man!
I’m sure you and Gail have a blast each year on the 26th of February. Belated happy birthday.
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on Sunday, October 31st, 2010 at 11:55 pm:
my favorite birthday present is always stuff toy, i always give cute stuff toys to anyone i know that celebrates his/her birthd “
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on Wednesday, November 24th, 2010 at 9:05 pm:
when i was a kid, i love to receive an assortment of birthday presents like teddy bears and mechanical toys ;.-
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