Best birthday in history of Mel Extravaganz-i!

…to Paulius at the Velvet Tango Room who is the ultimate in party hosts!

…to family that rocked my world with fantastic birthday gifts (and one broken potted plant)!

…to my new savior in life, the salesperson at Charlotte Russe when all hope was lost I wouldn’t find that perfect birthday outfit! (Seriously, 4 hours at Great Northern Mall with no inspiration until a last-ditch effort as I almost exited without entering).

…to friends that now have to hear all about my jeans that hug my ass just right courtesy of Indigo Nation!

…to M for promoting the conversation I’ve waited 10 long years to have!

…to my 30s!

Here’s to more Pursuit-ly adventures!