Girls Night Out

To celebrate and mourn our last days in Philadelphia a few of the girls I spend a lot of time with and I decided to head out to Lancaster for an overnighter. We started out at Shady Maple Smorgasbord and ate our fill plus some... it was yummy. Then, we did a little shopping and headed to the hotel for some swimming minus children. I didn't realize how much I used to do in a pool without them. We did our usual, talk too late and laugh too hard, which was awesome and finished with some shopping and headed home. I am so grateful to have such an awesome group of friends here in Philadelphia. They are my family away from family. I am so grateful for the memories and hope we continue them in the future! I say we make it a tradition... any takers ? :)

Fourth Year Dinner

To celebrate the end of our last year in dental school, the families in our ward (and a few others) got together for a big dinner at the church. We had yummy Cafe Rio Salads and let the kids run wild while we enjoyed each other's company. It was great, since we have 13 families (most with 2-3 kids) it was a far better than trying to get us all to behave in a restuarant. Thanks to all who helped to make a yummy dinner!!

Last Girls' Night in Philly

This month Stacey and I were in charge of the last girls' night I'll be attending here in Philly :( We based it off of the game show Minute to Win it - and it was awesome! We grouped the girls into foursomes and then completed in a bracket-like single elimination. Once we got to the last 8 finalists, we separated into smaller groups and ultimately single winners were chosen! Shout outs to Jaymie #1, Debbie bringin' up 2nd, and in a down-to-the wire rematch for third and fourth, Meghan and Kelley! It was unbeatable laughs and we loved chowing on all the great Philadelphia classics like, water-ice, cheese steaks, tomato pie, pepperoni bread, tasty-cakes, soft pretzels and Philadelphia cream cheese desserts. I am so glad we get together so often and enjoy each others company. I will seriously miss the late-night girl time. But it was a great way to enjoy the last one!

Bryce at 10 months

This last month Bryce has yet again impressed us all. He got his second bottom front tooth. Soon enough he'll be able to chew on some grub! He also started taking his first steps and has decided it is his preferred mode of transportation, but he hasn't perfected it yet. He even stands on his own from the middle of the floor. He loves to try to walk he is steadily improving. He always trying to walk first, but usually ends up crawling the last part of the way. We are also headed to the ENT tomorrow to discuss tubes for his ears. He has yet to get rid of the ear infections he has had for months. We are on number 9 and 10. Hopefully all will go well. We love our Brycey!!

White Trash Party

For date night this week we were invited to an awesome White Trash party! It was hilarious. We all dressed our best and had a great time. We had a chugging contest, a Twinkies eating contest (in which I almost died, trying not to GAG on it! I gave it my best though :) ) and we played a game like catch phrase but with all "white trash" words. We even ate fish sticks, spam, pigs in a blanket, tater tots and other joyous delights. We loved it! Thanks to the McGowans for hosting' a rockin' get-together!

Easter and the Egg Hunt

This year, we once again had an Easter egg hunt at the local park. For the first time it was a nice and sunny day. And, for the first time, I forgot my camera!! The girls had a great time and there were a ton of kids this year too. We are so grateful for a group of friends with kids the same age near by. For Easter Sunday this year, we shared it with our Valley High buddies and everything was super yummy. I am really enjoying soaking in these last few events!