Did Someone Say Roadtrip?

Hello All,


What a busy few weeks we've had here. I don't know what we were thinking but we decided to do 2 road trips in a row. Yes you read that right. TWO! One weekend we went to DC and then the next we went to Myrtle Beach. Even though you might think we are crazy, we had a blast both weekends. So here's a little recap (eventually I'll put pictures up I promise):


We went to DC two weekends ago to visit my friends and my dad (see dad, 3rd post- you were finally mentioned). This trip was supposed to happen in March but scheduling conflicts and finances delayed it 2 months. It was so worth it though because we were able to see everyone we attempted to see and go to the places we wanted to go. When we arrived on Saturday, we went and had lunch with my dad at Ballston after going to the Caps Practice Facility so that Grant could go to the store. I kept telling him to wait until we went to DC so he was ready to get his new Caps gear. We each walked out with at least 1 thing so it was a success. Saturday night, we went out to dinner with all the girls (minus Danielle) and their significant others. This was after we did a lovely house tour of new houses and updated houses. Everyone has done wonderful things and have wonderful ideas for future upgrades too. Dinner was at Hard Times (if you've never been, go and try the chili). We then spent the night at Steph and Adam's house where Steph and I polished off a bottle of wine and talked until late in the night. Sunday was great- we spent a lovely day in Old Town Alexandria. This time Danielle was able to join us (YAY!!!) and my dad and his girlfriend. It was a lovely day. Unfortunately our trip felt way too short and we had to leave (ON GRANT's BIRTHDAY NO LESS). Thanks everyone for making it a fantastic trip!


Just three short days later, we hit the road to Myrtle Beach for Memorial Day weekend. After taking an hour and half to get the last 30 minutes of the drive done, we came to find out it was Biker Week in Myrtle Beach. Making it very difficult to get anywhere. We were almost at our wits in 45 minutes in to our vacation but we got to our room, regrouped and headed out to find food. After a wrong turn, trying to go through the strip (where we got stuck for an hour), we found a back way to find gas and found our fix for the weekend- a back way to get everywhere we wanted to go. Did I mention our hotel had a lazy river? And a pier with a cafe that gave us free ice cream? Oh and a view of the beach that was walking distance. Saturday we went to the Alligator Adventure park (more for Grant but I had a blast). Afterwards, we headed to the beach. It was so relaxing and we were able to take a few laps around the lazy river. We enjoyed dinner at Margaritaville that night where obviously the margaritas were fantastic. Sunday was mainly a beach day followed by a trip up to Calabash, NC where apparently calabash style seafood was created. It was yum.


All in all, we had two awesome trips. Very tiring after a while but so worth it! Here's to many more!


Until next time,


Christina

Virginia Beach down and now its DC or bust!

Hello world,


So I feel like I'm finally catching up from my Virginia Beach trip. And yet, I'm right back on the road tomorrow headed to good old Washington, DC (well mostly the Virginia side but whatever). But first, a recap of Virginia Beach...


I got in to town Friday night and went directly to Katy's. I had already planned on staying there as we were getting up pretty early for Kenzie's field hockey game (why I was calling it lacrosse for weeks I will never know). It was fun to watch her game and even though they don't keep track of the score or who wins, her team still won. What I enjoyed most was that I got more time to hang out with Katy and her family and to catch up. Also, it didn't hurt that Kenzie had the largest cheering squad out there. After the game, we went over to Katy's parents house for lunch for what I like to call - my dad's favorite place in the world. And if you are wondering, yes- we rubbed it in his face. Then it was time for the main event- Katy's baby shower. It was a great afternoon where Katy was celebrated and her new baby girl soon to come. The best part- coming up with a plan with her cousins, Molly and Emily to best measure what Katy's pregnant belly would be. It involved multiple schemes - the winning one was making Molly and Emily hug while I wrapped the ribbon around them. It gave the room a laugh and their mom took a blackmail picture. While we were super close to the winning line, we didn't win. Sad.


The shower was a blast and I'm glad I went. I would have regretted it if I hadn't gone. After the shower, I went to my grandmother's house and stayed with her. We just relaxed and chatted for the longest time. It was nice and quiet and a great way to catch up. The holidays are always so hectic going this way and that and getting ready for festivities that you rarely get time to chill out and just talk. Which is exactly what we did. I forget how old she is getting and how lucky I am to still have her in my life (my one remaining grandparent). I cherish the moments I get to spend with her. 


Well that was Virginia Beach. A very quick trip as my flight was early Sunday morning. I'm so glad I went. 


And now on to the next main event (who needs to hear about my boring work week- right?!). Grant and I leave tomorrow night for DC - a trip that was originally supposed to happen in March. The best part- every one is in town and free. We will get a chance to see all of the girls (yay for no work trips- thats right, I'm looking at you Steph). We haven't quite scheduled out all the events but I do know one birthday boy who has been waiting to get his new Caps gear- so a trip to a sports store will definitely need to happen. Oh and Hard Times. Best chili ever. And I'll leave you with this- wouldn't it be great if Hard Times and La Tasca could merge into one?! What would be better than chili and sangria. I mean really. Just kidding- but definitely two stops we will be making.


Until next time....

Inaugural Post

Hi All,


So I've had a lot of free time lately at work (sshhh don't tell my boss) which has led me to read completely random blogs all over the internet. Let me tell you, this has kept me very entertained. Which got me thinking, maybe I should start one. I mean, I did enjoy writing in my livejournal (do people still have these?) way back when. I even enjoyed going back and reading some posts I made just to see what I was thinking, doing and saying. So here it is, my new attempt at chronicling my adventures. I have a lot coming up so it should provide for some good reading (i certainly hope). Maybe you'll be interested, maybe not. But I certainly will be. 


I fly up to Va Beach in a few hours for my best friend's baby shower which means this post will be brief. I'm extremely excited as I haven't seen her or my family since Christmas. I probably will only get to see my grandmother this visit as I fly back early Sunday morning. I want to get in all the visits with my grandmother as I can because I know I'm lucky to still have her around as we all get older every day. 


To end this post I'd just like to say welcome and thanks for stopping by. Hope you enjoy the ride with me. 


~ Christina