What a weekend!

Scott and I boarded a plane two Fridays ago at midnight with the hope that we would both sleep some before we land in Atlanta and all hell breaks loose. Well my dear hubbie-to-be got sleep because he was sitting by the window, however I didn't sleep but a few minutes. AND I was the one who had a jam packed day on Saturday. When I got home I took an hour long power nap and got ready for my bridal shower.

Whats the best way to stay awake during the day after not sleeping? Champagne of course! As soon as I arrived at the shower we popped the bubbly. I think the alcohol was the only thing getting me through the day because I started at 11am and didn't really stop until after midnight. I will say this...it was an amazing turnout and I love everyone who made the trek! Thank you!

After my shower I had to bust my butt to get to LG's shower. Her MOH/sister threw her an amazing shower! I wish I could have stayed longer but it was fun!

Saturday evening Scott and I went to dinner with Kat, Chris and Kim at Murphy's in ViHi. I absolutely love this place and so did our guests. Two bottles of wine and a water puddle the size of Texas later we headed out to Atkins Park (one of Scott's favs) to meet up with some of his friends and continue the drinking.



J and K (partners in crime)



So much fun with Kim and Kat!

easing the pain with alcohol and ice

{side note on the Texas comment - poor Kat burned the crap out of her hand with a curling iron about 2 seconds before we went to dinner and ice was the only thing that made it feel better. So what does ice do when it is at room temperature -- it melts and that it did all over the floor at Murphy's.}

heart her!

On Sunday afternoon Scott and I braved the cold with our photographers (Anna and Spencer) to shoot our engagement pictures. We started off at Roswell Mill, then were given permission to shoot at Salt Factory in Roswell and finished at an art gallery. I think we have some great pictures coming our way!
A sneak peek...

Sonal, Lauren and I had a much anticipated dinner planned on Sunday night. Let me tell you it did not disappoint. We ended up going to Taxco (one of our favs growing up) instead of Houston's. Let's be serious we live off cheese dip and margaritas. We were so caught up in drinking and chatting that we didn't take a picture. :(

A semi recent pic of us

A few weeks ago my second momma, Jan,was in town visiting her son, Frank, who is in med school at UCLA. We went to dinner at a bar/restaurant in Culver City called Father's Office. They had every beer imaginable; most of which was micro brewed. They also had the most amazing burgers! Yum! Very fun night!

For St. Patrick's day I had every intention of going to Zumba and then go have one drink! One drink! Well I was peer pressured into not going to Zumba at all and going straight to the bar. It was such a fun night. The next day at work was NOT fun but I powered through.

some of the crew out that night plus a real Irishman (random guy on the right side)

I hope everyone has a great week ahead!

J

Sorry y'all

I have been heavily neglecting the blog. My bad! We have been busy since coming back from Atlanta. I promise a post very soon with lots of pics from the past few weeks.

For pictures of the shower, please go on over to Kat's blog (http://citysouthern.blogspot.com/) and LHD has also done a post (http://dormandays.blogspot.com/). Unfortunately, I don't have pictures of my own so check these out. They did such an amazing job!

J

Awesome Friends!

I don’t know where to begin there is so much to talk about. I guess first things first. I will be HOME in 2 and half short days! So excited!! There are people flying and driving from all over the country to celebrate with me at the bridal shower and I couldn’t be more honored! Love them!  LD, Kat and Jenna have put alot into the shower and I can't wait to see what they have come up with.

It’s going to be another crazy weekend at home but it’s definitely filled with doing more stuff with friends and less wedding unlike last time.  Saturday night Scott and I are having dinner with Kat, Chris and Hardy who are driving down from VA. LG, Turtle and I are having dinner on Sunday night at Houston’s (yum!). Scott and I are shooting our engagement photos on Sunday afternoon and right now it’s supposed to rain so let’s all keep our fingers crossed that the weather changes. Monday we have appointments with the florist and caterer. Scott will like the caterer because we get to taste the food! Alas, we turn into pumpkins on Monday night and head back to Cali.

Last Friday night we had our weekly “family dinner” with Sara, John, Greg, Emily, Erik, Raquel and Terry (we sometimes get his better half Nancy but she is getting her PhD so she’s a little busy). We seem to get together at least once a week. Sometimes we are minus a couple or only get half a couple. Most dinners are usually filled with lots of drinking and lots of FUN!! Sara and I got a hankering to go out after dinner (and after 2 bottles of wine) but unfortunately her hubbie didn’t want to so we went the store and got more wine and had a blast playing Wii bowling.

Another bit of exciting news…Brooke (one of my fab bridesmaids) is coming to see us in April! I am soooooo pumped! I need to start making a list of activites for us to do. I would imagine shopping is at the top of the list :).

Next weekend Scott’s friend (and best man) John is coming to stay with us for the weekend before him and his girlfriend go on a cruise to Mexico.

Another booked flight to Atlanta (Delta is going to love me after this year)! This time its for my best friend LG's wedding in April. Her and David are the cutest couple and I can't wait to stand next to her on the big day!

Sara had the great idea to start a movie book club. Emily, Raquel and I have all joined. Our first book is Water of Elephants. I believe I am the only one who hasn’t started the book yet. My goal is to finish half the book before we land back in LA next Monday. We shall see…

Can't wait to see everyone!

J