Happy Birthday, Mimi!!!!

I was fortunate enough to meet a life-long friend in Mimi!!!  : ) 

 We met in college and since then, have made many memories that I treasure.

Mimi, you are such a good, always thoughtful and endlessly kind person and friend.  I know you have such incredibly awesome things ahead in your life! 

Here's wishing you the happiest of birthdays (and lots of Vera Bradley,too!!)

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50/50



On Friday, my awesome friend, Miss S, took me out to celebrate.

There's nothing like dinner and a movie with a great friend! 

We decided to see 50/50 - I didn't know what to expect as it deals with the oh-so-heavy topic of Cancer - however I am so glad that we did.  It is a great movie that will definitely stick with you - give it a chance and go see it!

One Day

Last night I had a lovely evening with one of the besties watching the movie Something Borrowed.  We thought it was cute.  Definitely want to read the books - I've been told they are addicitng and very, very good.

But what I am really looking forward to/reading is this:

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Just adding to the list...

Have a blessed Wednesday.

and we cooked

Happy Monday!

I will be Julia Child this weekend...

Saturday is cooking class day!! 

Woo-hoo...booked two months in advance, three of us, will for five hours, as the website say's:  be cooking with authentic Italian ingredients; learning traditional Italian cooking techniques; preparing perfect pasta from scratch; making a simple sauce; sautéing veal and spinach; making a pan sauce; creating an artful salad with multiple flavor components; preparing one of the most beloved desserts of Italy.

We should do just fine as "“There is no love sincerer than the love of food.”

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 Can't wait Mr and Mrs. G!!! 

Have a happy and blessed weekend.