Woman, Born in 1972, Celebrates 11th Birthday

fanfare – n. a lot of talk or activity showing that people are excited about something

tease – v. to laugh at and criticize (someone) in a way that is either friendly and playful or cruel and unkind

quirky – adj. unusual especially in an interesting or appealing way

unique – adj. very special or unusual

cascade – n. a large number of things that happen quickly in a series

adamant – adj. not willing to change an opinion or decision : very determined

harsh – adj. unpleasant and difficult to accept or experience

legend – n. a story from the past that is believed by many people but cannot be proved to be true