Life for Derek is the same. Gone for 6 weeks, daily calls from his super fabulous wife, periodic complaining from said wife that he's never home and/or that the house is (still) a dump, the never ending annoyance that is his co-driver, and then 5-7 days home to cram a whole lot of life in.
Life for me; however, is constantly on the go. The month started with the highly anticipated Rosenblatt - Serafine wedding for which I was the maid of honor (I say maid because matron sounds like a married old hag, and I like to pretend that I'm not a married old hag). Stephanie has been my best friend since we were in the first grade (FACT: We went to the same small, not so close to our home, preschool too, but didn't know each other.). We have been there for each other for 23 years. She was in my wedding, we did a marathon and a triathlon together, we have laughed together, we have cried together, and we have a LOT of ridiculous stories from growing up together. Her family, her mother most of all, is the reason why I was able to survive having to raise myself. There is no one in the world whom I love like I love Stephanie. She is, and always will be my BFFL.
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| The 5th Grade Dance had no idea what was coming! |
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| Brownies and Perms... niiiice! |
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| Marathons suck, but we did it together |
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| There is nothing less sexy than a tri suit |
The wedding was gorgeous and perfect! I really enjoyed being the maid of honor. Being Stephanie's support for her wedding made me feel like I was giving back just a tiny bit of what her and her family have given me. This was also the first time I got to meet her new husband Frank. I was a little nervous not meeting the groom in person until the week of the wedding, but because their relationship was mostly long distance and I'm a crazy busy mess, it just didn't work out before.
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| Excited face! |
Frank is fabulous. He is just as fun, sweet, and loving as Stephanie said he was, and as he seemed on the phone and via Facebook. He was even so kind as to come to a custody agreement with me for his beautiful new bride. It's an agreement both parties can agree on, and that Stephanie and I have since slightly amended in the event of untimely death and reincarnation- you gotta make sure to cover your bases when making a custody agreement for your BFFL. I am so incredibly happy for the two of them, and I look forward to spending a lot of time with them... and taking full advantage of the custody agreement.
....We interrupt this blog for a brief moment of irritation that such sweet and heartfelt words did not flow so easily when writing the dreaded maid of honor speech, which may or may not have been written on the day of the wedding and finished just seconds before walking into the reception....
With barely a moment of rest after the wedding, the annual Orlando Runner's Club Race into Summer 5k took place. It's a nostalgic event for me because it's how I found the club that I have grown to love so much. I am truly grateful to have found such an awesome club and met so many awesome people. I say it all the time, and it's absolutely true- joining the Orlando Runner's Club is the best life choice I have ever made (sorry Derek).
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| Selfies while running... a new addition to my selfie resume |
The annual race always gets me thinking about the annual picnic (held in September), which gets me thinking about one of my favorite places- Wekiva Island. This summer really feels like the hottest summer I have ever experienced, and Wekiva Island is just the place to cool off, relax, and enjoy Florida like a true Floridian. Because I'm a rather impaitent person, I just couldn't wait until September to enjoy the spring, so I gathered a group of gals, and we had a fun and relaxing day at Wekiva Island. When I'm there, I am truly in my natural element- bikini, floppy hat, tube, sun glasses, body of water, and a drink!
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| #floridalife #floridagirl #ilivewhereyouvacation |
The month ended just as fabulously as it began. Derek came home earlier than expected, and was able to join my sister and I as we took our brother to his college orientation at the University of Florida in Gainesville. Best part was, because Derek's sister lives there, he was able to meet our nephew, and I was able to get in some snuggles with both my nephew and my niece!
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| It's great to be a Florida Gator! |
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| Next time I'm taking a frame-worthy pic, please feel free to let me know my hair is jacked. |
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| <3 |
With just a couple of hours left of the month, I met my goal for blogging this month. If history is any indicator, you will likely see my next post on July 31st. In the mean time, have a fabulous 4th and a cool summer!
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