Day 44: My Top Chef

Today was a long day. With tutoring after school, running to Target to get some last minute necessities, and picking up Maizey from daycare, I didn't get home until rather late. Evenings like these leave me wishing for a personal chef, but usually carry-out is our answer. Tonight, instead, Rick grabbed a beer, rolled up his sleeves and threw together some fajitas. What a treat it was to be cooked for, and I have to say he did a great job. Babe, you can cook for me anytime! :)

Day 43: Breaking the Rules

I'm breaking the rules for Day 43... I have no picture. But, I imagine the picture would be pretty boring anyway, so it's probably best.

I got to sleep in until 6:45 on Tuesday morning as I had an inservice to attend. Though I battled through much more horrendous traffic because of my late departure, it was well worth it as I got to enjoy listening to my favorite morning radio show and sip my coffee while my seat warmers made my tush feel toasty. It was total deliciousness! 

Day 42: Happy Birthday Jigar!

Jigar's birthday was on Monday, and we all got together to celebrate him at a lovely dinner! It was 1/2 price wine night, so I was thrilled, and it's always a blast when you get your group of friends together to celebrate anything.

Jigar is a huge part of our family. He and Rick hang out every night without fail. I love the friendship they have and the way they would do anything for one another. It makes me ooze with happiness to watch them interact, so I was full of joy (and wine) that night!

Happy Birthday, Jigar!

Day 41: Baby It's Cold Outside

I woke up early Sunday morning to take Maizey out, and noticed immediately the drop in temperature from Saturday. The wind was blowing and the snow was falling, and it was quite frightful outside. Normally, intense winter weather makes me nervous and unhappy. But, yesterday, for the first time, I was thrilled to see Winter Weather Advisories on the news because it gave me an extra day with Gena! Her flight was canceled and she was stuck in Chicago for another day! Wahoo!


I, of course, was too afraid to leave the house in the crazy blizzard, so we made the most of the white-out and enjoyed a snow-in. We watched Father of the Bride and Father of the Bride Part II many times as they were repeatedly being played on TV. Mostly we comforted ourselves by eating our way through the day. Gena made hot chocolate, and we built a fire to make smores. Allie even joined us for some smores making! We stayed in our pajamas all day and only got up from the couches when we needed to pee, get a drink or eat some more! We took naps on and off, and enjoyed our lazy Winter Sunday to the fullest. I can't remember the last time I stayed in my sweats all day. Even more, I can't remember the last time Gena and I got to spend a day doing nothing but enjoying each other's company.

Gena, I hope you know how wonderful it was to have you here this weekend. Our time together was just what the doctor ordered, and I can't wait for the next time we get to snuggle in bed and watch Friends like the old times. Love you! 

"I want the chipper chicken!"

Day 40: G Love, Continued

Waking up at 6 am with the pup on Saturday morning sure made me appreciate Rick a lot. Especially since it's bitterly cold outside and there was tons of slush on the ground. Nevertheless, waking up was not so dreadful knowing Gena and I got to spend the day together. We got our nails done, ran errands and bummed around the house. Then, we surprised Becca at her birthday dinner Saturday evening and enjoyed a night on the town! How fun to all be together, celebrating birthdays and friendships and drinking margaritas :)

Day 39: G Reunited

I couldn't sleep Thursday night because I was so excited that my bestest bud was coming to town on Friday. Rick was out of town this weekend, so it was just the two of us, sharing some quality G time together. Gena arrived right on time on Friday evening and we had the most perfect evening at home.We baked a pizza, popped open the wine and dug into the gummy peaches. Gena also got to meet Maizey for the first time and it was instant love. We played and laughed and talked and talked. We stayed up as late as we I could, and by 10 pm the three of us snuggled up together in bed and fell asleep. Oh, happy night!

 

 

Instant buddies

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Our exciting evening! Gena bought me a "woozie" -- yes, a koozie for a wine glass!

 

Day 38: Buble-licious

Gena sent me this video yesterday, and I couldn't stop smiling while watching it. For those of you who love Michael Buble as much as I do, this is sure to melt your heart.

Michael Buble Sings with 15 Year Old Sam