birthday, but I wouldn't. I emailed all your friends, and some that weren't, and they began to plan their own little blog-parties for you... because they love you and your blog and wanted to show it.

Have a seat, and please enjoy yourself. See the table decorations? Red, blue, and yellow... yes, I did that on purpose.

 


I also baked a cake for you. I did my best to get the logo just right. I hope it does look ok...  
I used cream cheese and whipped topping for the icing. I know    how much you hate regular vanilla icing. And, don't worry the cake is chocolate.

I really wanted to buy you a laptop, but I really couldn't, so I got you ...Dark Foundations. I know you've been wanting this since it came out so you could finish the series, so here it is. I hope you get a lot of wonderful birthday presents and warm wishes on your special day! I know we will have so much fun on Saturday when everyone gets here!

I already got the bonfire started... ok so maybe I am a little excited. Who wouldn't be?! I can't wait! I wish I could take you out for a bite, but I can't drive. hehehee...

Hey you thoughts everyone wasn't coming didn't you? Well, look at everyone who did come, just not in person (You MUST add your DIRECT PARTY link, if you did one!! PLEASE!!)!!

LOVE
Jocelyn 

Oh yes, and did you check out the Front Porch?! C'mon get with the program! 

Commented by TrickyNikki

Come on by my blog to see the party that's goin' on there!

I hope you have a truly happy birthday!

Much love,
~Nikki

Commented by LifeSong

HAPPY BIRTHDAY AMANDA!!!!

Go check out my blog! I posted your virtual party! : )

Delaine :-)

Commented by BookLover

Happy Birthday! Come and celebrate at my blog.
Amy/booklover

Commented by RaspberryPixieMuffin

Hi big sister! I sure do love you! Wow... you are 18? that's a lot. I am so happy God chose me to be your little sister. I am so happy that you can teach me all about Him.
Thank you for holding me and playing with me. For teaching me Peek-A-Boo and changing my diapers! I love to sing with you and how sweetly you hold me when I am asleep and make me smile when I am cranky.
Thank you Amanda, my love, my sister. I hope you have the bestest birthday ever. This will be a fun memory when you are helping Mommy plan my 18th birthday party.
I love you sister! I hope you like the party I have for you, too.
LucyLillie

Commented by Sparkles

Happy 18th Birthday Amanda!!! Come check out my blog for a virtual birthday party!!!

Jenna ; )

Commented by Bluejane

You are one Awesome SuperAngel, and I hope you have a great 18th birthday!

You can come celebrate with me at my blog!

Bluejane

Commented by HSBCompanyBlog

You have been chosen as the Featured Blogger! You can read about it on the HSB Company Porch.

If you would like to have the Blogger of the Week button for your sidebar e-maile me at Tia-at-TheHomeschoolMagazine-dot-com.

Tia Linschied
Senior Editor of HSB

P.S. Happy Birthday Amanda!

Commented by cherryblossom

Finally! The laptop is now allowing me to comment you and tell you I have a blog party for you! Come here to see

http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/cherryblossoms/415381/

OH I so hope you enjoy it!!!! Have a wonderful time!

Love
Julia

Commented by cherryblossom

FINALLY! My laptop is allowing me to comment you and tell you that I threw you a blog party! Come here and see

http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/cherryblossoms/415381/

Oh I so hope you have a wonderful time!

Love
Julia

Commented by ChesapeakeGirl

Happy birthday Amanda!!!!! Come to my blog to celebrate on this very special day!!!! I love you!!! Love, Sara Belle

Commented by heartofvirtue

Happy birthday, SuperAngel!! All the best to you this next year! 18 is an awesome age. I remember I was so physched to turn 18, ohhh about 6 years ago. :) Go ahead and party like it's goin' out of style, girl!

Smiles,
Myklin

Commented by Ebell1993

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!! I hope today will be the most surprising BD's of all!!! I couldn't get pictures like Jocelyn to work so I did something else very special, so stop by and see:)

Have a wonderfully blessed Birthday!

Love, Miss Elizabeth

Commented by totustuus

HAPPY, HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!!! I hope you get a SHOWER of blessings today!!!! All of us here in blogland love you and wish we could come and see you in person, but I guess virtual parties will have to do. ;-) It was so fun chatting with you on Wednesday!!

MUCH love,
Sylvia

Commented by JacqueDixonSoulRestES

finally...
No more secrets!!!! well, almost!!
You don't know how many times I wanted to tell you something, but it was about your birthday surprises and I couldn't!!! AAGGHH!
Anyway, HAPPY BIRTHDAY! HAPPY 18th BIRTHDAY!!
I am proud to call you my eldest daughter!
I love you!
Now... let's get around to all these blogs and have some cake and ice cream!!
And the pinata... candy...
Love you girl!!
blessings!
-Mom
and another thing.... man, I thought you weren't ever going to go to bed last night! did you do that on purpose?
*


Edited by JacqueDixonSoulRestES on October 26, 2007 at 7:36 AM

Commented by Liveforeternity

Happy Birthday Amanda!
Wow, looks like quite the party... Lol, hey! Why didn't I get a big party when I turned 18?! ;-)
It looks really cool, Jocelyn!
Have a great day!
Joy

Commented by Vicki

I did a small post for you Amanda...

Happy Birthday!!!

Hugs!!!

Commented by BlogBoy

Happy Birthday!

Eric

Commented by ReviewsbyHeidi

And congrats on being the featured blogger! My, what an exciting day! We just received "Across the Wide River" from Kregel Publishing~ it looks like a great book~ hope you enjoy your special birthday copy!
Heidi

Commented by -Auntie

Hey Birthday Girl,

Happy, happy special day! 18!! Wooohooo, you made it!

I laughed my head off at Paulie's graphic - he worked hard on it. But you must have him send you the LARGER version of it. The little one on his blog doesn't do the artwork justice. It is SO funny, especially the look on Schooter's face. And that dumb look on Paulie's face...LOL, have him send you the big version of this...you'll die laughing. And that poem! Oh my word, my boy's gonna be famous.....a;ldsjfldsjfljsdlfjlsdkjfsaf;sdj

Well, I've spent almost this entire comment talking about my son and how funny and poetic he is. Well, we're off soon for NC with all four kids plus Schooter the Wonder Ding Dong Dog - his staring just *creeps* me out.

Gotta go get more orange racks; we look so funny driving down the road with a load of those - weird stares but who cares (that was a poem. I am a poet and didnt' know it). Is Auntie rambling? Well...if I were THERE, I'd be givin' ya a hug and talkin' yer ear off anyway...but alas....I aint there.

So with that...sigh...Happy Birthday dear girl. Auntie loves you.

-A

Commented by melarooski

Hey Amanda! I hope you're having a fabulous birthday! I have prayed severl times for you over the past few days, and I sincerely hope that you are blessed beyond what you ever expected! In case you need it, here is the link to my post for you: http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/4girlsonly/415359/

I love you and God bless!

-Mellie

P.S. I love that nickname. :-)

Commented by DarthYxpu

HAhahahaha!
"Schooter the Wonder Ding Dong Dog"
That's funny!

*ahem*

HAPPY 18TH BIRTHDAY, AMANDA!

I'm sorry we couldn't be there for you birthday.
I hope you are having a wonderful day!

-Paulie

Commented by trustingdaily

And congrats ~ You're the featured blogger! What a great day for you. Hope your day is filled with lots of fun and love.

Blessings ~ Angela

BTW: I have an awesome sister named Jocelyn just like you! :-)

Commented by pianogal86

Happy happy birthday! :D

Commented by SAMIAM

Happy Happy Birthday Amandaaaaaa!!! '<:)


Love, Sami

Commented by SincerelyAmanda

Congratulations on being Featured Blogger!

I'm still adding some stuff to me post, so you might want to stop by again to make sure you saw the whole thing. :-)

~Amanda~

Commented by Eyebright

I am so excited for you! I can't wait for you to get to my party! Head over to my blog to check it out!

Happy Birthday!

Commented by BrielleCostumes

Hey Amanda...
I'm sorry my party post was late! our computer wouldn't let me log in....I've been having a lot of problems with that,but why today..I don't know...
So I did host a bash for you too....

Happy Birthday!
Love,
Brielle

Commented by Backyard

You have been chosen as this week's Featured Blogger on the Backyard. If you would like a button for this, to put on your blog, you can contact us with the e-mail address found at the Backyard.

Once again, congratulations!

Commented by CamtheMan

Happy Birthday Superangel!!! Come check out my blog :)

I hope you have a wonderful birthday party!

-Cameron

Commented by rjdjohn316

I posted about your birthday. And I got you a gift or two... come and see what they are!

HAPPY 18TH BIRTHDAY!

Love,
Rachel

Commented by bassethound

Happy 18th Birthday Miss Amanda!

~bassethound (Jessica)

Commented by mandygrace

Happy birthday to you,
Happy birthday to you,
Happy birthday dear Amanda,
Happy birthday to you!

I hope you have the best birthday ever! Come join the party on my blog! :-) Oh, and congrats on being the blogger of the week!

Love,
Mandy

Commented by kittyqueen

Happy Birthday!!! I posted my party post!
Luv,
Miss Kitty

Commented by sharla88

HAPPPPPY BIRTHDAY! LOL I threw you a party at my blog so please come see all your wonderful gifts!
Your going to be sick with all the cake your getting!
GB~
sharla~

Commented by quietcajun

A VERY Happy 18th bday to you! The HAPPIEST and the Super-est kind! And congrats on the front porch thing! I was so excited when I saw that you were there this morning!!! :) Hip Hip HOORAY!

Commented by cherryblossom

I originallt posted my blog party for you last night but every time I came here to leave you a comment the internet shut off! So I am a little late in getting this comment to you!

http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/cherryblossoms/415381/

Hope you've had a wonderful birthday!

Love
Julia

Commented by cherryblossom

ahahahahahahahahah!!!!!!!!! I see i acutally did comment last night...... heh. sorry for the many many comments :) Ok so you get the point in my last one! :)

Love
Julia

Commented by A10B8CM6

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!!! = ) Blessings and wishes and prayers for you on your 18th birthday!!

Commented by IloveyouGod

HAPPY BIRTHDAY AMANDA!!! Sweet 18th! Whoo!!!

Come see your party at my blog... :-)

~~Brooke

Commented by TheLordsDaughter

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!
And I also want to say,
Please come by and visit my blog today!
http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/TheLordsDaughter/

Love,
Rebekah

Commented by Princessleia12

Happy Birthday and congrates on the blogger of the week!!!!

Princessleia12 aka Samantha

Youv'e been a great blog friend. I am happy to have meet you. You deserve the award
Love ya
Princessleia12

Commented by 15Proverbs1

Dear Amanda,

HAPPY 18th BIRTHDAY!!!

Please come and see the post I did for you.
http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/15Proverbs1/

I hope you have a lovely birthday. :)

Love your sister in Christ,
Bethany

"A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger." Proverbs 15:1

Commented by missionarymama

I've been reading more at your sister and Mom's blogs but have stopped here at yours before too. Hope you have a great birthday! And congrats. on making it to the Front Porch! How cool to get that on your b-day.
Blessings,
Libby

Commented by SimpleFolk

"Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday to you!" I'm hosting a tea over at my (homestead) place in your honor, so c'mon over and have a piece of cake. (I worked hard all morning to prepare, you know! *wink*) Congrats on being the featured blogger today! :o)

Amy

Commented by arwengirl

Happy 18th Birthday Amanda! I hope you have a wonderful and joyful day!

Love,
Arwengirl

Commented by Kekoa

Happy Birthday!

Kekoa

Commented by Aunt Jen & Uncle A

WHHHHHOOOOOOOEEEEEEE........Girl....I am so excited for you.....18 years old and such a blessing of God.....Even if I don't see you everyday I know God is molding you and shaping you into an awesome woman for His glory......well and thanks to a wonderful mom and dad....and family who support you...that is a tremendous blessing! I pray this day is the beginning of so many marvelous blessings for you. YOU ARE A SUPER GIRL- A SUPER *ANGEL*......SUPER DUPER>>>>>DUPER....LOL ha...yeah that could go on forever...I love you so much hugs and smooches on your birthday from your Aunt Jen and Uncle A.....................

Commented by PinkFlamingo

Happy Birthday and I hope it's a wonderful one!! (glad I didn't miss it after all :-) ) Come over to my blog and check out the party I'm throwing you over there!
Love, Ashley

Commented by BookLover

Happy Birthday!!!!!! I had so much fun doing my party. Come and see it! I am sure that you will like the gifts:-)
Amy

Commented by Liz

Happy Birthday to you,
Happy Birthday to you,
Happy Birthday dear Amanda,
Happy Birthday to You!!!

Hi Amanda! I hope you have a Wonderful Birthday!!!! I didn't get to do a party but I do wish you a Wonderful 18th Birthday! :) :)

I have Really enjoyed your blog and becoming your friend! You are a Great Friend and Role Model! I hope you have a SUPER DAY! :)

Love,
Liz :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) (18 Smileys! lol)

Edited by Liz on October 26, 2007 at 4:01 PM

Commented by JesusLovesU

Happy Birthday Amanda! I hope your birthday is great!

Britta

Commented by haffgrim

Happy Birthday!!!

Commented by PA

Happy Birthday Sweetie!!!!

Lots of Love and Hugs to you:)


God Bless,
Amber

Commented by christianmusician1

Dear Miss Amanda!
Happy Birthday to you
Happy Birthday to you
Happy Birthday dear Amanda....
Happy Birthday to you.

Couldn't resist:-) Check out my "blog party" for you!

Love ya,
Arya

Commented by Blessedmommy

Dear Miss Amanda,

I wanted to stop by and wish you a very Happy Birthday!!! I'm sorry I couldn't deck out my blog for your party, but I've been thinking about you today. I'm so glad the Lord created you! You are a blessing to many, many people. Hope your day is especially blessed.

God bless,

Diane K

Commented by IloveyouGod

Amanda,
I couldn't resist to come back and leave another comment to you! I truly hope your special day today has been very blessed and joyful. Look at all the people that care for you on HSB and all the family members that love you so much, including your lovely sister, Jocelyn, who did this all for you. Girl, you have so much to be grateful for!! God is so good.


May God always bless you. We all care for you so much! Happy Birthday!!



~~Brooke

Commented by jessica0439

I have a suprise for you over at my blog. Sorry it took so long, I spent two whole hours trying to find everything! So come over and take a look! :) HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ;)
Jessica

Commented by HeartnSoul

Happy 18th Birthday Amanda :D Sorry all my cake pans and party supplies are packed in a moving truck so this greeting will have to do :)

hugs
Denise

Commented by Texasgirl

Happy Birthday!!!
I hope it was a great one!!! I would have commented sooner but we had a homeschool field trip with the group in my church. We left home around 8:00 am. and then came home, got ready, and went to a football game. And I just got home a little over an hour ago. So I was gone aaaaalllll day!!! And I'm on crutches!!! Sigh. lol. But I had fun! Anyway, have a great, great, great day and God bless!!!
~Miranda~

Commented by SeaChel

Happy Birthday!!! (I know I already said it...but I'll say it again!)

~Sea

Commented by dixiefiddler

I'm sure this comment will get lost in the muddle of 60 comments!! What can I say...people love you. ^_^

I'm so not good with words and I've only known you for a few months but....I love reading your blog. It reflects on what a wonderful young lady you are. Goddly, kind, considerate, caring. You have a great way with words and you are so beautiful. I hope that you have a wonderful, blessed, glorious birthday.

Happy birthday!!!

Luv ya,
Sarah

Commented by Moonflower

Cool idea for the B-day party!I'll do it to but it might take a while....Happy B-day!!

Commented by Moonflower

I gave you an award 4 your present!Go see my blog!

Commented by pianolove

Happy Birthday Amanda!

I wanted to get on yesterday but I didn't get a chance. Sorry about that. :(

You awarded me? You are so sweet! Thank you!

!!!!!HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!!

Heather

Commented by ElvishMaiden14

Today is your birthday-happy happy birthday,
today is your birthday, happy happy day! Hey!
I'm having a blog party for you! Come on over and see . . . .
Merry

Commented by ChristineDaae

Happy Belated Birthday! I'm sorry I missed your party yesterday. We were attending our Great Grandmother's funeral.

God Bless,
Christine

Commented by bassethound

Dear Miss Amanda,

I was wondering if you would like to be friends?
I also posted a party for you.

www.homeschoolblogger.com/bassethound/415805/
~Jessica

Edited by bassethound on October 27, 2007 at 1:14 PM

Commented by aliveagain13

Happy Birthday!
It sure looked like fun!

luv kate

Edited by aliveagain13 on October 27, 2007 at 1:51 PM

Commented by doglvr

happy birthday!
I love your blog!
I think that It is so cool!

Commented by Narniagirl

Whoo! 70th comment!

Ok, my party link is: http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/Narniagirl/399488/

Happy birthday, Amanda!

Kylie

Commented by JesusLovesU

Hey!

It was fun finally getting to meet you and your family! Thanks for inviting us! =]

Commented by homeschoolhighlites

Amanda,
So sorry I missed your b-day - It was a very busy day for us yesterday, I had to attend a funeral and also my daughter was sick as well as 2 of my sons going to a church outing and then a sleepover! Just now I went through the family room and my husband is watching Smallville that he had taped from Thursday and it dawned on me that I had missed your birthday! I'm so glad to see that about 70 other people did not miss it and I hope you will except my belated birthday greetings...
Happy 18th Birthday, Super Angel! May God bless you today and always.
Love,
Amy (Mrs B or whatever ! :D )

Commented by USAPUPPY

happy belated b-day I hope it was a good one!!!!:)

Commented by Earthling

Hope you had a wonderful birthday! Can't wait for you to post all about it! :)

Commented by Luthien

Happy Birthday! Did you know your birthday is the same as theredheadeddancer's? She just turned 13.
luth

Commented by Pattycake

Well, I stopped in on your birthday to WISH YOU a happy birthday, and would you believe I got lost at the party. I was so confused! I am way too old for all these newfangled gadgets.

Anyhow, I figured out how to leave a comment here, and so here I am - late - wishing you a happy birthday.

You are an encouragement to me many times.

May this year be a year of blessing.

God bless,
Deb Turner

Commented by rjdjohn316

I know I already left a comment on here but I wanted to leave you another one to tell you how much I love you!

Your party (and your online part) was so much fun! We should have a big party like that again so the Novaks have to come up again!

Love,
Rachel
Ps. Congratulations on being the FB of the Week on the Front Porch!

Commented by Matthew K. Tabor

I've been reading your site since you contributed to the Carnival I hosted - it's a great read and I look forward to each of your posts. It's good stuff - keep it up and have a happy birthday!

Commented by

my birthday is september 6, and i like beauty items.