Philly 2012

Christmas in Chicago

How could I pass up spending Christmas with my mom, aunt and my grandmother? I couldn't. And we had a blast.

Marco Island

This past weekend was our beachy family reunion at Marco Island. Many, many, many laughs were had, games were played and birthdays were celebrated. 

The night I flew in, my mom, her two sisters and their mom went to go visit my great aunt Susan. (I was pretty bummed I didn't get to go). She turns 90 in March so they had cake, wine and a home-cooked meal. They said she was as sharp as a whip, hysterical and so so happy they were there to visit. (Side Note: my aunt Amy [blonde] bought Hello Kitty birthday hats just to be fun. We barely took them off all weekend. Multiple people made comments, took our picture, some sang to us, and we all got some free drinks!)

The sunsets were breathtakingly beautiful, food was yummy and the family time swelled my heart. We may be overwhelmingly dysfunctional and dramatic, but I still love my family. 

I'd love to share some pictures if you'd like to take a peek...

Labor Day Weekend

My Labor Day Weekend was filled with giggles, hugs and a little man yelling "JEEFFEERRR". My heart could not have been happier. It was such a blast getting to spend time with one of my bff's and her family. And I probably touched her growing belly a few too many times. I was so intrigued of that little baby girl growing inside of her! We also painted the little squirt's nursery and had fun decorating. 

[On the wall it says: "Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God. Matthew 5:8"]

*Disclaimer: Not the best photos of me. I was exhausted! (: But for good reason. (: *

Happy Labor Day Weekend!

In less than 24 hours I'll be hanging out with this handsome little man. And his pregnant-about-to-pop momma. All. Weekend. Long. My heart is gonna be overflowing with love. Have a great holiday weekend! 

I'm at the beach!

I'll be uploading my birthday video tomorrow. But for now I'm enjoying sunshine, good books and margaritas with my girls.

My kind of town, Chicago is... [Part 2]

The 2nd half of Day 2 included the best part, THE CUBS GAME!! I am a big baseball fan. I'm not into all the stats and crazy info like that, but I love going to the games. The cheering, the ambiance, everyone coming together to enjoy America's favorite pastime. It's a beautiful thing. (Fun fact about me: I attended my first baseball game and mere age of 2 weeks old.)

My mom grew up in Chicago, so I have adopted her love for Wrigley Field and the Cubbies. Seriously, one of the best fields ever. I think because of all the history. (Can you tell I'm in love?)

Top down, cruising through Wrigleyville. What a great day.

Me and my momma hanging out in her hometown. Their "downtown" is just the coolest little "strip".

Gotta love some Cubs themed cornhole! (I won, by the way)

Loved this little cooler!

She's making me a little July 4th cocktail. 

My gma and her crazy old friends. Old people are funny when they're drunk. (:

On our round trip we passed a wind farm. A wind farm?! Coolest thing ever. These wind turbines ran for 33 miles, and as far back as the eye could see. My mom and I were super impressed. 

(all photos were taken with my iphone and ran through the crossprocess app.)

Hope everyone had a fabulous July 4th. And already the weekend is here again! Loving these short weeks. (:

My kind of town, Chicago is... [Part 1]

For July 4th weekend, my mom and I road tripped it up to Chicago! One of my favorite cities. [If you follow me on twitter, you would have seen some of my updates, hilariously good times...] Here's the first 2 1/2 days of the glorious trip.

Our first view of downtown! I was jumping up and down in the car.

Our first stop in Chicago, pizza! (Surprisingly, it was my mom's idea! L to R: My gma, mom, aunt amy and me)

Headed to the Cubs game!!!

Before the game we ate lunch at this swanky little restaurant/pub right out side Wrigley. Loved sitting outside right in the middle of the city.

(all photos taken with my iPhone. App used: cross process)

The game & how we spent the 4th will be coming up tomorrow! Keep an eye out!

Hope everyone had a GREAT holiday weekend!