All I can say is....what a weekend! It was a blast and judging by the all-day nap I took today, it wore me out. But it was all worth it. My BFFs of over 7 years--Chrissy and Melody--came to visit for a well-deserved girls' weekend and these are highlights from each day that they were here:
~Friday~
Lunch at La Terraza for authentic Mexican food since Mel requested it, having come all the way from Alexandria, VA.
Pedicures and shopping at the mall.
Late night movie--Robin Hood. Weren't too thrilled. It was the longest movie ever!
Late night dinner at IHOP with Joy! (In the picture...Melody, Chrissy, Me and Joy)
~Saturday~
Southwest New Mexico Wine Festival just outside of Las Cruces, NM. Chrissy and Melody drank; I ate!
My friends, Jennifer and Chrissy, throw me a surprise baby shower at Jennifer's house. All my lady friends from work were there...it was so much fun!
Another beautiful lady bug cake!
Thanks to Jennifer for hosting such a wonderful party. Here I am with Jennifer and her sister, Vanessa.
What was also cool was that Jennifer asked everyone to bring me childrens' books with written dedications to my baby girl in them. What an awesome idea! Now Vaiosina's got a little library!
Of course, we ladies are all picture-taking fiends. These girls are the best!
~Sunday~
The "maternity ward" as we're referred to at work. Me with Laura and Leah at the baby shower. Only I put this on Sunday because Leah went into labor early Sunday morning and her baby boy came into the world at around 6:30 p.m. that day. So happy for Leah and her husband Jay!
As Leah was in labor, Chrissy, Melody and I helped ourselves to a scrumptious breakfast at the Crave Kitchen & Bar. By far, my favorite breakfast joint in town (and Chrissy's fave too).
Unfortunately, later on that day, Melody's visit came to an end. This was the final group picture.
Chrissy and I went to see The Back Up Plan later that afternoon and finished the weekend off with dinner at Olive Garden. Yum yum!
~Monday~
Chrissy leaves early this morning and I spend all morning into the early afternoon sleeping. I was knocked out! All the excitement wore me out.
Went to visit Leah at the hospital. Didn't get to see the baby, but she is doing extremely well.
Honored our Nation's heroes--past and present--for Memorial Day and thought of my hubby in Iraq. I love you sweetheart.
Now dreading going back to work.
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And that's all you guys! Whew! That was a lot. Thanks to all of my friends who made this weekend extra special. Hope you guys have a blessed and wonderful week!
