A Birthday a Long Time Ago

My 7th birthday party in 1956 (colorized).  Still playing with dolls it seems.  My older brother and some friends from school and a lovely birthday cake baked by my grandmother but decorated by my mother.  Eight candles, there was always "one to grow on", and I'm sure some nice presents as well.  65 years later it is a bit different sort of birthday today.  The only gift I am hoping for is a completely recovery from this pneumonia.  I am improving although I tire very easily but it is another beautiful day and that is a gift.