belM suggests: How about if we combine your and Jackie's suggestions this way...create a HAPPY BIRTHDAY thread. Anyone who wants to, can post either, a Thank-you to Anu, the reason why they like being here, a link to a favorite thread, and a celebratory regional recipe (or all four if they wish).

I like this idea a lot. I agree with some of you that an add-on message would be rather complicated.... and maybe too much of an effort.