On Saturday, we had a restaurant marathon. We started the day at BJ's in Laguna to visit my sister at work and eat with my Mom's side of the family to clebrate some birthdays. We drove to Ocean Club in Newprt Beach visiting a few of Matt's friends and then headed to LA. Our first stop was at Napa Valley Grille, then One Sunset, and finally, to Chapter 8. We enjoyed old friends, good wine, and fabulous eats at each place. Blake came with us, which was great! But he was a bit tired on the way up.
My cousin Evan and his beautiful wife Miki celebrated their wedding ceremony that took place in Japan last year with a fabulous celebration at the Balboa Yacht Club last Sunday. It gave us a great excuse to go visit! We got dressed up for Sunday brunch, enjoyed omlettes, pastries, fruit, an open bar, and great company!
On Monday, Matt drove down to San Diego for work. We were sad to see him leave, but it was nice that we were able to work the trip out in everyone's favor. We took my Mom lunch for her birthday and visited with her class. They were so excited to meet Abigail that they had their hands wached and a sign on the chalkboard when we arrived! We took a class picture and individual pics with each student; they were thrilled! It was very cute. We proceeded on to show Abby the Shops at Mission Viejo for the very first time. After birthday shopping was over, we visited Erika at the Yard House and had a very nice Birthday Happy Hour.
Finally on Tuesday, Abby and I most of our time napping on the couch, we were EXAUSTED!!! She was able to spend some time with Grandpa Steve. Matt came back in the afternoon and we went out for an early sushi dinner. We stumbled upon a new frozen yogurt shop that was fabulous! It had pink and red glass cherries as a chandelier...Abby was smitten!
We drove back Tues night and then both had to go work on Wednesday. I took a part-time job at Mastro's to help save for a house. Abigail went to stay with Melissa and her two children, Kennedy - 5 1/2 and Bauer - 2. They had a blast. Abby loved the kids and did very well, finally drank out of her bottle, took her naps and played with the kids, smiling lots. They loved her as well! They introduced her to Sponge Bob, which I heard was a hit. Melissa was truly an answer to our prayers!
We are really looking forward to celebrating Father's Day on Sunday! I have a special breakfast in mind that Abby is really looking forward to making!
Next week Grandma and Grandpa Briggs are coming to visit!! Abigail is very lucky that everyone loves her so much and loves to see her.
Christa you are by far one of the most amazing people on planet earth. Not only do you make the perfect mother, you are an amazing friend. I feel so blessed to have you in my life. And I can't wait ot have a play date with Abby.
ReplyDeleteyour dad has devised an awesome baby-holding technique :o)
ReplyDeletethanks for the encouragement about her fussy-time at night, she's been doing a little better every day...
we're getting ready to take her on a trip to CA, so exciting!