Whew! What a Weekend

Wow, this was a C-Razy busy weekend full of exciting activities so be prepared for an all over the place post.

Let's start with Friday. Nat and I had "date night". I was super excited, especially because it was a surprise!! After a little confusion, thinking that we were going to Cirque du Soleil, I realized we were going to the horse races!! It was really cool. I've never been before and I really enjoyed watching & betting on the horses. We didn't win anything. My best bet was when I bet on a horse that scratched so I got my money back! But- It was still way fun- and quality time with the hubs.

Saturday afternoon was awesome. We went to a crawfish broil wish some of our besties, Ben and Tindell. We ate A LOT of crawfish. The weather was beautiful, a little hot but nice and sunny. And believe me, we needed the sun! They also had free Sprinkles cupcakes. YUM. We managed to win the raffle- second year in a row!! This year we won a detailed hand carwash and 30$ to the Black Lab Pub. Bonus!!

SUNDAY we auditioned for the FAMILY FEUD!! It was hilarously fun. We basically played the game for about two rounds to show our enthusiasm, then the casting director gave us a card and asked us if we would film a promotion. So, we go back to the room where we are supposed to film "said promotion"- and there is the executive producer!! She said we were there because she wanted us on the show!! So we filmed an audition tape (basically just introductions and cheering) and we were on our way!! We should hear back in a couple of weeks. They have to take the audition tape back to LA to be reviewed. Who knows if we made it- but if not It was still crazy fun!!

Cross your fingers for the Heston Family!!

Gator Farm

Pretty much anything I say here is not going to do this trip justice. Saturday Nat and Jeff had a "Man Date" to the gator farm in Beaumont. Apparently, there was absolutley NOTHING that could have been a better way to start the weekend! Nat LOVES reptiles of all sorts, and is a loyal watcher of shows like "Swamp People", so, this was pretty much a dream come true. Since his gator farm experience- I have personally learned A LOT about gators. Our conversations have been going something like this:

Nat: "Did you know a Gator can travel up to 30 mph on land?"
Nat: "Did you know a Gator has 3 eyelids?"
Nat: "Do you know the difference in a crocodile and a gator?"
Nat: "Do you know the ratio of boy eggs to girl eggs when a gator has babies?"
Me: Oh. Wow.

Weekend Visitor

This weekend our friend's dog Aiden came to stay with us. I was SO EXCITED. It took Nat a little convincing, but he was on board too. We had SO much fun with Aiden. He is hilarous!! We took him on a run in Memorial Park on Friday- where he thought he had to "mark" EVERY tree. (made for an interesting run) I took him on a walk on Saturday- which mostly consisted of him chasing after various animals, he took a nap with me, and we played a lot around the house. I basically had a shadow all weekend which I LOVED. It was so fun! Aiden- you are welcome anytime!! Here are some pics of our furry friend

Who are these people?

I'm Cute

How he spent most of the weekend.

Getting a little more comfortable

He has the look-away down



I totally dominated that running trail.

 

Andrea's Shower

This weekend, I helped throw my best friend Andrea's wedding shower! It was a lot of fun. I got to stay with Andrea and her parents (my second parents). It's so funny we feel just like we did in highschool- two goofy girls who laugh a lot together. And now we are both married (or soon to be!) The shower was wonderful- There was yummy food, old friends, and presents galoure!! Enjoy the pictures!

Kansas City

Over Spring Break- Nat and I got to go to KANSAS CITY to see my parents! Were really excited because we hadn't seen them since December. We flew out early Thursday morning, and after a stop in Dallas- arrived in KC around noon. It was a beautiful day, mid seventies and dry so we spent some time outside, and I took some pics of my precious dogsss. Thursday night we went to this amazing tapas place with Nat's aunt and uncle Clif and Lisa. WE hadn't seen them since the wedding either- so it was good to catch up. Friday we ventured to Oklahoma Joe's, a famous BBQ place. The line was out the door!! About 45 minutes later we finally received our plates. IT WAS DELICIOUS!! And definitely worth the wait. I had brisket, sausage and potato salad. YUM. We also shared the best onion rings I've EVER had. After lunch we went to union station in KCMO. It was really cool, got some really pretty pictures. Friday night mi padre grilled out the best fajitas ever! And we watched more. basketball. Saturday we took a walk with the dogs at the park. It was a really nice, semi cool day. I always enjoy a good walk with the dogs- you never know what kind of adventures we will find!! That evening we headed to The Plaza, did some window shopping and went to dinner at M & S Grill. They have the BEST calamari and I had a HUGE shrimp pasta dish.. yum!! Sunday we walked again, this time plus dad, momsie and I spend some QT lounging, we ate some yummy cupcakes and Nat and I trekked back to Houston.

It. was. wonderful. I love you parents! Here are some pictures (more to come when I upload from my "real" camera)

This is Ginger aka "Pinge" Shes the sweetest dog you'll ever meet, also the most obsessed with food.

Pinge and Soph- best friends.

This is Sophi aka "Soph a Loaf" she is the most chill dog you will ever meet.

This is my amazing plate at M & S Grill

Our yum yum cupcakes!

Nat's Fish and Chips at M & S Grill

My platre at OK Joes.


Why are all of our pictures of food? Lol.

Fried WHAT?

On Wednesday, My cousin Christie, Christy, Georgia and I headed to the Houston Livestock show and rodeo. I am always AMAZED by the rodeo. THERE ARE SO MANY PEOPLE THERE. You would think no ONE else was left in houston. The lines were pretty INSANE because of spring break, but we had a good time. We def had our fill of fried goodness, and misc on a stick. Yum!! Next year I'm not going during spring break though.

i would NOT reccommend this place. The sign is funny- but the people are rude and it takes FOREVER. we ended up going to another stand and had our fried snickers in a matter of minutes!

"Cowgirls" at the rodeo

Pre- Concert Rodeo Festivities

Miranda Lambert- Fun times!

Zoo

Spring break.. ahh what a tease. A peak into the life of those unemployed (by choice) I loved it as always and got to do many fun things! Starting with Monday.. The Heston/Anderson Ladies and I (and cooper) went to the Zoo. It was a great day spent with my little loves. Here are some fun pics

Payton Riding the Carousel with Me!

Payton in her sweet Shades

This is what happens when you let your 3 year old niece play with your phone.

the girls after the rain storm! You can't tell but they are soked! Everybody stayed happy though!

Super cooper. Muscle Man. Watch out ladies

Katelyn, Payton and Me at the Giraffes!