My cousin, Brian, was married a couple days ago to a beautiful gal named Diana at The Jones Victorian Estate. My mom and I traveled to California to be there. We rented a car, stayed in a nice hotel, and enjoyed every minute of our time together.
I don't see my cousins much. They're all quite a bit younger than me and live on the West Coast. I've not been in touch with any of them, except the two who are Alden's children. Amy is 21 and Brian is 25. I remember when both of them were born. That makes a gal feel old.
I was most impressed with My Aunt Mary's family. Mary's mother is a beautiful matriarch to this energetic family. Mary has 6 siblings, who, along with their children and grandchildren from three states, made us 'part of the family'. I love that they all get along and look forward to being together. They were such fun.
Pictures can be found on Flicker:
Monday, October 20, 2008
Tuesday, October 7, 2008
My birthday
It's my birthday! I'm 38 years old today. I was hoping I would feel smarter. Maybe I have to be 40 for that.
Monday, October 6, 2008
Anniversary Trip 2008
Hey Baby Let's go to Vegas! I took Friday and Monday off of work for our third annual anniversary trip. It was Steve's turn to plan it. In the past, we've been to Lutsen and to Stillwater. This year, I had no idea where we were going. We drove to the airport and went to the ticketing area and the sign said, Las Vegas. I've never been to Las Vegas, and neither had Steve. It was an adventure!
We visited every casino and collected matchbooks with the casino's name. Neither of us needs matches for anything, but it was fun to see all the different places. There were people from all over the world in Vegas. It was cool to look at someone and then to hear their voice, their language. Sometimes it was what you'd expect. Our pictures can be found on Flicker:
We arrived in Vegas in the early afternoon and took a cab to the Monte Carlo, where we stayed. Friday night was our anniversary celebration. We got all dressed up after our afternoon "nap" and saw Zumanity, a sensual Circ du Soliel show at New York, New York. Afterward we ate at Gallagher's Steakhouse. I've never had an $8 potato with my steak. The day was spectacular!
On Saturday we had a brunch buffet at Paris and rode the Deuce all over town and enjoyed the sights. At night we saw the Danny Gans show, and ate dinner at Fatburger on the strip. We saw the light show at the Fountains of Bellagio and fell asleep exhausted from all the over-stimulating experiences of the day.
On Sunday morning we slept in and spent some time at the Race and Sports Book where Steve bet and lost a handful of money on football games. It was fun to predict the outcomes and to check on the games as we went throughout our day. We sat by the outdoor pool and plunged into the Jacuzzi for a little while and then we hopped on the Deuce to see the Freemont Street Expeience. You have to click on that link to see what it's all about! It was pretty cool to see all the old casinos and the light show above the mall area was incredible. We even saw Willie Nelson walking around there.
On Monday morning we came home. It was such a great time! Thank you to Steve's parents for caring for the Miller kids. We couldn't do it without you!
Next year I have to plan the Anniversary Trip. Do you have a suggestion?
We visited every casino and collected matchbooks with the casino's name. Neither of us needs matches for anything, but it was fun to see all the different places. There were people from all over the world in Vegas. It was cool to look at someone and then to hear their voice, their language. Sometimes it was what you'd expect. Our pictures can be found on Flicker:
We arrived in Vegas in the early afternoon and took a cab to the Monte Carlo, where we stayed. Friday night was our anniversary celebration. We got all dressed up after our afternoon "nap" and saw Zumanity, a sensual Circ du Soliel show at New York, New York. Afterward we ate at Gallagher's Steakhouse. I've never had an $8 potato with my steak. The day was spectacular!
On Saturday we had a brunch buffet at Paris and rode the Deuce all over town and enjoyed the sights. At night we saw the Danny Gans show, and ate dinner at Fatburger on the strip. We saw the light show at the Fountains of Bellagio and fell asleep exhausted from all the over-stimulating experiences of the day.
On Sunday morning we slept in and spent some time at the Race and Sports Book where Steve bet and lost a handful of money on football games. It was fun to predict the outcomes and to check on the games as we went throughout our day. We sat by the outdoor pool and plunged into the Jacuzzi for a little while and then we hopped on the Deuce to see the Freemont Street Expeience. You have to click on that link to see what it's all about! It was pretty cool to see all the old casinos and the light show above the mall area was incredible. We even saw Willie Nelson walking around there.
On Monday morning we came home. It was such a great time! Thank you to Steve's parents for caring for the Miller kids. We couldn't do it without you!
Next year I have to plan the Anniversary Trip. Do you have a suggestion?
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