On Saturday, I attended back-to-back surprise party events for some people very near and dear to me.
First up was a surprise baby shower for the one-and-only Kelly McMahon, which was an great reunion of most of the people I was closest to in college, all under one roof for the first time in a long time. See party photos here. Note: Macaroni & Cheese baby food is not as appetizing as it should be. Stick to the Mango.
Saturday night was a surprise dinner party event in honor of my parents and some close family friends to celebrate both couples' 30th anniversary. I had the tough role of stalling my parents while we waited for the rest of the party to show up and sneak to the private room, while trying to make up excuses/create a diversion when we had a couple near-spoiler moments! Luckily, all went well and it was a wonderful night of celebration highlighted by great wine and great company. Party photos here.
In the end, both events were big successes and a good time was had by all.
Finally, today we celebrated my grandma's birthday with a lovely family brunch at home. Happy Birthday, Ba! One weekend and so much to celebrate! I think it's time for a diet.
Apr 8, 2007
Apr 5, 2007
Vegas, Baby!
What I learned during my first trip to Las Vegas:
- There is an inverse relationship between my enjoyment of gambling and my luck/skill at actually winning. Translation: I loved it but I sucked.
- I don't like being boo'ed at the craps table after I roll a 7. It's pretty demoralizing.
- The Nevada Gaming Commission takes itself rather seriously (for good reason, I suppose). Oh, and FYI: you can't be barefoot in a casino. House rules!
- Though a map will make it appear like the Bellagio is merely a couple blocks away from Treasure Island, it may very well take you an hour to walk there. However, in clear and sunny weather, I could sit in front of that fountain all day long and be happy. See my first Vimeo clip here.
- Vegas is decidedly like Disneyland for adults.
- A visit to the Hoover Dam will result in no less than a thousand "dam" jokes. And they're all hilarious. No matter what.
- Taking the red-eye flight home and going to work on Monday was not as cool as I thought it would be.
- What happens in Vegas doesn't necessarily stay in Vegas. Especially when there are fotos involved! (Enjoy!)
To conclude, I'd like to say congratulations to my friends Drew and Mary Quinn and wish them the best for a happy future together!
- There is an inverse relationship between my enjoyment of gambling and my luck/skill at actually winning. Translation: I loved it but I sucked.
- I don't like being boo'ed at the craps table after I roll a 7. It's pretty demoralizing.
- The Nevada Gaming Commission takes itself rather seriously (for good reason, I suppose). Oh, and FYI: you can't be barefoot in a casino. House rules!
- Though a map will make it appear like the Bellagio is merely a couple blocks away from Treasure Island, it may very well take you an hour to walk there. However, in clear and sunny weather, I could sit in front of that fountain all day long and be happy. See my first Vimeo clip here.
- Vegas is decidedly like Disneyland for adults.
- A visit to the Hoover Dam will result in no less than a thousand "dam" jokes. And they're all hilarious. No matter what.
- Taking the red-eye flight home and going to work on Monday was not as cool as I thought it would be.
- What happens in Vegas doesn't necessarily stay in Vegas. Especially when there are fotos involved! (Enjoy!)
To conclude, I'd like to say congratulations to my friends Drew and Mary Quinn and wish them the best for a happy future together!
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