The trip...Night 2.

This was Anniversary Night. 5 years and counting. Marrying my friend was one of the best decisions I have made.

The appetizer...

The BEST host in New York!! Thanks Christian!

The trip...Day 2.

The trip...Night 1.

This is what can happen to you entering a New York bar...

 

Love this!!!

This is the circle that made for some great nights in New York. These guys really know how show a girl a good New York time!!

Lip color change right in the middle of the night...that can happen in a New York cab as you think you are retouching. Good times!

The trip...Day1.

At the Little Rock Airport. We volunteered to give up our seats on the first flight for two vouchers for future flights and $60 worth of food vouchers while we were in the airport. The delay was only an hour and a half. It was totally worth it!

This was the restaurant in Chicago that we had a Salmon, Tilapia and tasteful wine for $63 plus a hefty tip! The food was exquisite!

Leaving Chicago

On our way...

Reflections

On this day five years ago my husband and I were married in Lake Tahoe. Reflecting back I must say these have been some of the best years of my life. It is not often people get to marry their best friend. I am so very thankful. And just think in 45 years we will be celebrating our 50th! Love you more than words could say!

Galaxy

This store was super cool, it was called Galaxy. It is located in the Downtown North Little Rock Argenta area. Had a blast just looking at all the old stuff. I really wish I could have purchase something, I just do not know where I would put it. My next house will have an antique room for sure.

My Mom

Here as of late I have taken special notice to the differences between myself as a mother vs others. I always thought that what I did for my children was the same as what any mother would do. There have been things in my life that have brought it to my attention that this is not necessarily a truth.

Today is the day that everyone tells there Mom how great and wonderful she is and how she is the best. I have no poem or rhyming words. For me there are truly no words for what I feel for my mom.

I am very thankful to have a Mom that set a standard for me. My Mom is a real live Momma bear that is protective, loving, supportive, caring, willing to do whatever it takes, dedicated, gentle, creative, resilient, and hardworking mother. Mom, you have always been there for me, ups and downs and all that stuff in between. Everything that is good about me is because of you. You might think that I didn't listen or that I didn't understand but I did and I thank you for never giving up on me.

Beyond all of your Mom qualities you some how mange to be just an amazing Grandmother to my children. They simple adore you! We love you today and everyday. I hope you have wonderful Mother's Day!

 

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