Speechless....

Well... you all got me. I was totally surprised and totally shocked. My surprise party was wonderful and thanks to you all for making it happen. I've been very blessed in my life. I have a wonderful husband, 2 beautiful daughters, a fantastic family and a great group of friends. A person couldn't ask for anything more. My first 30 years have been magical and it's because I have each and every one of you in my life. Thanks to all of you.

A Birthday Celebration!

Last night was wonderful. We went to dinner to spend time with Amy, Grace and Aunt Sue and it turned into an all out birthday bash (tiara and all - thank you Kristie..[insert sarcasm]...)! Luckily Papa Vito's wasn't too crowded last night and the weather was gorgeous, otherwise I don't think the place could have held us all! I am very blessed to have such a wonderful, loving family!!

Me and my hunny bunny.

Grace and I. Isn't she a doll!!!!

Kris and I - me trying to look skinny....

A few of the Weier/Manning girls. Kristie, Amy, me, Shelly and Nicole

CHEERS! Syd, Cami and Kylie

Fantastic Weekend Getaway!

We had the most wonderful weekend. We went away for the weekend to Oak Terrace Golf Resort and Spa in Pana, IL. It was absolutely gorgeous! We went with our good friends Joe and Tia. Friday night we had a wonderful dinner, Joe cooked great ribeye's and Tia made me a delicious birthday surprise. Saturday, the guys golfed 36 holes while Tia and I got pampered at the Spa with a stone massage and a spa pedicure. When we were finished we joined them on the golf course - just to drive the golf cart! Sunday on the way home, we stopped at a beautiful winery called Willow Ridge near Shelbyville. We couldn't have asked for a nicer weekend. Great weather, great food, great wine, great friends, great spa and so/so golf scores (so I'm told). Here are a few pictures from our trip. A special thanks to my parents for watching the girls for us and also to Jess and Derek for watching Ellie!

This picture was taken on the patio of our townhouse right on the golf course.Tia and I - what a fun weekend!My birthday creme brulee! Oh Yummy!

Us after a few bottles, I mean glasses of wine!

Bob and Joe on the 10th hole - right outside our townhouse.

Oh that robe was soft!!!! How relaxing!

Bring on the pedicures! Our chairs looked out a beautiful lake. It was relaxation to it's finest!

Gotta get a picture so we'll always remember where we stayed!

Willow Ridge Winery.

Grandma turns 79!

Grandma (Meemaw) and Aunt Shirley turned 79 last week, so the Manning/Weier gang got together this past weekend to celebrate! We always have a great time when we are all together. And as always - an awesome food spread!

Happy 79th Grandma!

Scott playing along to Cami and Syd's new game.....
SURPRISE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Walter Family Fun Time

Last week we went over to Katy and Justin's house to visit with Katy and Jami before they left for Odessa, Ukraine to visit Justin. We had a wonderful evening filled with pizza, cookies, dune buggy rides and good ol' family fun.

Daddy giving Cami a ride

Daddy giving Syd a ride
Cami strolling around Ms. Jami Our sweet baby Noah, he's got the sweetest giggle.
Jamison giving me a good old fashion "CHEESE"
Katy and Jamison have arrived safely in Odessa, minus not having any luggage yet. We are so happy that the Love family is together once again. I'm sure it was a super sweet reunion.

2008 Weier Family Reunion

I'm a little late in my posts.. but... last weekend we had our annual Weier Family Reunion. We used to have this on the 4th of July, but have moved it to Labor Day in hopes that the weather is cooler. This has been a tradition in the family since my dad was little boy, now my parents have taken on the duty of being the yearly hosts. Here are a few pictures from the day.

Shelly, Aunt Denise, Aunt Robin, Mom, Me, Syd and Cami

Bob and Mike dressed very similar alike that day.. I guess they weren't happy about the fact that I pointed it out and wanted a picture?!?!? Nicole and Ryan - finally caught a picture with Ryan's eyes open!!!!Syd eating probably her 8th piece of watermelon! She couldn't get enough!Bob and Shelly
Clay and Cami playing some basketball.

Twins with the Twins

Tuesday night we met up with Meemaw and Aunt Shirley for dinner. Of course when they ordered dessert, Cami and Syd had to swarm in. The older twins graciously shared their dessert with the younger twins! Sydney and Aunt Shirley are the first born and Meemaw and Cami are the second born. 2 minutes between Cami and Syd and 30 minutes (I believe) between Aunt Shirley and Grandma.
Aunt Shirley and Sydney

Meemaw and Cami