I finally got to spend some time with my friend (and future bridesmaid) Jocelyn and her daughter (and future flower girl) Abby. And I guess we should count Baby #2 too! We headed up to the Santa Barbara Zoo for the day, with some of the most beautiful weather. I'm pretty sure the last time I went to this zoo I was in elementary school. I had forgotten how close it is to the beach, and how hilly it is! Although in comparison to the zoos I'm more familiar with (LA, San Diego and Phoenix) it's pretty small, it's really the perfect size when you have little kids. Just when they're getting tired, you've gone through the whole zoo. After the zoo, we had lunch in downtown SB and walked around State Street just enjoying the sunshine. It was such a wonderful day, and I'm so glad I finally got together with these two ladies. I hadn't seen them since Abby's birthday back in October. Much too long for my liking! Here are some pictures of our adventures...
Then my wedding dress came in. If you're like me, you're thinking to yourself...hmm, that seems really fast. When they first called me I was scared that they had ordered the wrong dress because they originally told me that it would be at least 4-6 months. And there's beading on it, so surely it couldn't be done already. It's only been 2 1/2 months! But it was, and I went with my mom and Jocelyn to try it on. Good news...it's the right one and it fits! I'm in love with it even more than I was when I bought it. And it doesn't need any alterations, only the bustle put in. They store it for you if you use their seamstress, so my next appointment won't be until 10 weeks out from the wedding. HA! I'll miss you dress!
I also made a trip to the Topanga Mall with Jocelyn and Abby (and Baby #2) to go window shopping. Apparently we're making up for lost time, but who cares! I love getting to see them this often! :) I hadn't been to that mall since they remodeled it. Someday it'll be nice to go back when I have an income.
Jeff came down last weekend from SLO for a little hang-out time. We didn't do too much since his knee is still on the mend (darn joints!), but we did book our hotel for our extra day in Hawaii and looked at stuff to do on the island. And we watched the NCAA basketball games...and our brackets getting flushed down the toilet. Thanks a lot Kansas! I love having him around, even if just for the weekend. And soon I'll be heading up there for Spring Break! Woohoo!
School-wise, I've been busy working on group projects. These include working on complex patient case studies, looking up the latest research on various topics, designing our own clinic (from floorplans and budgets, to marketing and policies), assessing wellness and nutrition information, etc. We've also gone through CPR re-certification, getting our physicals and labwork done (yay, I'm immune!), and trying to wrap everything up for the end of the term.
Today on my way home from Glendora (working on projects mentioned above), I stopped in Pasadena to pick up some cupcakes from Dots. I had gotten cupcake envy from Betty and decided I needed some end-of-term celebration sweets. I love this place, and wish there was one closer. Any place that has polka dots on their to-go boxes is alright by me! Not to mention how cute and delicious they are! Thanks for the great idea Betty!
So we're heading into finals' week now, as I mentioned. So I might disappear for a little bit. Jeff and I will be heading up to Kernville for Easter to spend time with his family. Then on deck for my break is meeting with lots of wedding vendors, and hopefully getting some of them booked! And perhaps a visit up to the Bay Area...we shall see!
3 comments:
wow. How exciting that your dress is in. I can't wait to see it. And those cupcakes look yummy. Aren't they good? I get the mini ones so I can try more than one flavor. Wish we could see you at Easter in Wofford.
Yay for the dress! It sounds perfect. So glad we get to see you this weekend....and I heard through the grapevine that the Mitas' will be there- hoping this is true! You know Bobby can get talked into anything. :)
PS- I have West Virginia and they're in the final 4! So maybe a little more bball watching this weekend...
Awwww... I love the pictures! The one of me and Abby is so cute, might I be able to get a copy of that one from you? Although, I must say I look huge in it! Is my tummy really that big? :) The day in Santa Barbara was wonderful and I am very much enjoying the fact that I have been able to see you more. I cherish it!
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