Birthday Weekend

THURSDAY, MAY 22ND

On Thursday, I turned 30-years-old. I know it sounds sad, but it actually wasn't at all. I feel like my life gets better every single year so I have nothing to complain about. Bring on the thirties!

My Mom & sister came over and brought lunch, balloons and cupcakes. They played with the boys while I got some things done (that was the best present). I had so much fun on my birthday receiving so many nice phone calls, cards and gifts. Thank you everyone for being so thoughtful! We topped off the night by getting some yummy Cafe Rio for dinner. It was great.

However, the next day was the best part of my celebration.

FRIDAY, MAY 23RD

Tim & I took a day trip to Las Vegas. On Friday morning at 7:00 a.m. Tim's parents came out to our house to watch the boys and we headed to Vegas for the day. Our flight left at 8:45 a.m. We got to Vegas at 9:00 a.m. (we gained an hour). We took a shuttle to Planet Hollywood and had breakfast at the Planet Dailies Restaurant.


This was the first of many "work" related phone calls Tim took throughout the day. Luckily, I didn't mind, it kept him busy while I was shopping!


After breakfast we began our shopping trip. We shopped at the Miracle Mile Shops. Our first stop was H&M. I was a little disappointed with their selection, but still walked away with a bag full of things. Next stop, Sephora! The mecca of makeup. I was in heaven. Then we hit Urban Outfitters. (Since we still haven't been to the one here in Salt Lake.) We shopped many other stores in between, but these were the ones worth mentioning. Then we hit the strip to sight see and head to another shopping destination.


As you can tell from this picture, Tim clearly needed some new sunglasses. It's a good thing we bought him some.


Tim was impressed with this building that was being constructed and wanted his picture taken with it. Weird!


After some more shopping at Caesar's Palace we caught a shuttle and headed back to the airport. It was a busy traveling day and we were worried about getting through security. However, it ended up being a breeze, especially with no luggage. They had a Ruby's diner in our terminal so we ate dinner there.

This is Tim & I posing with our new sunglasses on.



Our flight left at 5:45 p.m. and we were back home by 9:00 p.m. It was such a fun day! I would love to travel this way more often. We were so tired by the end of the day. It was nice to come home and be with our kids. Thank you Ann & Kent for watching the boys. It was a nice break and the best birthday present ever!

SATURDAY, MAY 24TH

I went with some of my friends to Dear Lizzie for a little birthday lunch. This little boutique & cafe were darling! I had a fun time with my friends. Thank you girls, it was a wonderful afternoon!

Dani & Michelle

Camille, Me & Cooper


After lunch, Tim & I took the boys to see Speed Racer. The boys really liked the movie and Cooper did great. It was a fun Saturday afternoon activity.


After the movie, we headed up to my parent's house for another birthday celebration. My brother & I share a birthday so we always get to celebrate together. No, we are not twins, we are exactly 3-years apart. This is my crazy brother. I think he was a little excited about his birthday party!


Tim was taking the pictures so he made sure he got the perfect shot of me. Thanks, babe!


Payton wanted to be in the picture with us. This is Clint doing his "David Archuleta Smile."


Clint showing off Tim's awesome wrapping job.


Me showing off my new PB condiment set. So fun!


Payton & Cooper. Payton still LOVES to hold his little brother.


Payton took this picture of Cooper.


Parker being his wild & crazy self!