My 30th birthday came at kind of a difficult time but because of it I had friends and family from all over the place there to celebrate with me. Neal and Tracee hosted the shindig at their place, which with its snazzy new deck was dubbed "Chez Rockwood" because it felt like we were at a fancy bistro sitting out on the patio.
 

Howard Cohen, Sandy Goldberg, Gail, Tracee Cohen and Ruth Cohen in the kitchen getting ready to snack on some delicious cake
 

Ida Toldy-Cohen, Jen and Sandy Goldberg.
They're looking pretty happy considering it was me getting the presents.
 

Elana Blacher and Gail.  What a cutie and how many times did she sing me happy birthday in Hebrew!  I lost count but it made me smile.