Happenings

Sorry for the MIAness that's been going on lately.  I've been really focused on my studies which doesn't leave room for much else.  I thought I'd give some highlights as to what's been going on with us for the past month.

We got all spiffed up for a fundraiser benefiting Clarehouse.  Clarehouse is a place here in Tulsa that provides end of life care for individuals who are unable to take on the financial burden themselves.

My friend Janice (to my right) is on the board for Clarehouse.  It was fun to spend the evening with friends I hadn't seen in awhile and support such a great cause!

Then we jetted off to Savannah...

where we stayed in this quaint little Bed & Breakfast.  I hope to blog in more detail about this trip when I have the time.

Last weekend I took this Pre-Ker to the donut shop.  She is going to be 5 in a few weeks...5!  I can't believe she is growing up so fast!

I made some crafty treats for our Trick-or-Treat event at work.  I got the idea from one of Katie's Weekly Faves posts which lead me to this post on Living Locurto which eventually lead me to these.  I was happy with how they turned out!

In other Halloween news this little Cheeser refused to wear his turtle costume!  My SIL Erin and her mom made it so I'm sure it was adorable.  She told me they took him out to walk around and at one point a ghost fell out of a tree and he said "I scared" and wouldn't take his eyes off the ground until they got to the car.  My brother told me that has now become his ploy to get hugs and snuggles (as if he needed one).  He'll say "I scared" or "Jude scared" and run up and hug you.  So cute!

While we're on the topic of cuteness I have to share this picture.  It's so indicative of my two cats' personalities.  Tavia is so cautious and reserved while Phoebe is so uninhibited and in your face but they are definitely equal in the joy bringing department!

Although I've been MIA from my own blog, I promise I've been keeping up with all of your blogs but I'm usually reading them from my phone on a study break at the library so sorry for the lack of comments.  Happy weekend!

Not So Wordless Wednesday

I couldn't really post this picture without a few words.  Studying for the CPA exam isn't just hard because of the content of the study material, the time you have to commit and the things you give up in order to study for it is just as hard.  My social life has totally plummeted, I hope my friends will still invite me to things when it's finally over.  I definitely don't see my family as often as I would like.  I love being an aunt and the three people I miss the most are in the picture below.

In Other Birthday News...

So yesterday I posted about my Dad's milestone birthday but I've celebrated a few other birthdays since then. It seems like everyone I know has a birthday! Ok lame joke :)

This little guy turned 2 and his parents threw him a Cars themed birthday party. He not only loves the movie but toy cars in general. He could play with matchbox cars for hours.

My SIL Erin made this fantastic cake and her mom made the super cute cupcakes. Erin surfed the web to get some ideas on how to do the cake. I think it turned out great!

My friend Karla turned "29" so we went to the Waterfront Grill to celebrate with dinner and drinks. I think Waterfront might be my new fave in town. I love the variety of their menu and the food is delish!

Last week my MIL Melissa also hit a milestone birthday, 65! I don't think she is too excited about the number but she looks great and that's all it is anyway, a number! I'll tell you who can't wait to turn 65, my husband. He's salivating just thinking about all those senior discounts ;)

We drove to Edmond on the night of her birthday and took her out to Boulevard Steakhouse. None of us had ever been and it was quite a treat! I loved the ambiance and thought the food was fabulous! Watch out Mahogany I might have a new favorite steak place!