Bachelorette weekend for a friend

This past Thursday-Sunday, I went down to San Diego with my friends for one of my girlfriend's bachelorette party. It was a surprise to her that we were going to San Diego. My friend rented a large Suburban and we drove down Thursday morning. It took us 11 hours with the traffic through LA, but it was a fun car trip. On Friday, we hung by the pool all day at the house that we rented. What a gorgeous house it was. On Saturday, we all went to the horse derby in Del Mar. We all wore fun hats and summer dresses. The picture included is my maid of honor and I in our derby best. On Saturday night, we went to a dance club. The conclusion at the end of the night for me: I am WAY out of shape, and I really don't care to go out anymore. Too many rude people and too loud of music. I must be getting old! On Sunday, we drove back. It took just as long due to accidents on the road. It was good to be home but it was a great weekend with some great women.

Kauai

As a celebration for my graduation, Nick and I went to the beautiful island of Kauai with my parents for one week. They go every year for their anniversary, but they decided to let us come this year. After weeks of trying to find the best airfare, I purchased the tickets before they sold out. We had a great time with my parents. We ate at many great places including: puka dogs, Merrimans, Duke's, and other places that surely fattened us up! We didn't do any excursions, but we did sit on the beach almost all day to read our books. We did go visit some beautiful beaches and swam in the warm water. It was heavenly. It is always sad to leave Kauai, but I was ready to not live out of a suitcase! I hope we can go again soon!