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1/4/12

The Original "O"s

Our time in DC was talking and laughing punctuated with eating and a little adventure. Maeve was going through a fussy phase at this point and didn't seem to want to be held for long by anyone but mama.

My poor Mom trying to love Maeve through a "but it's naptime" moment.

During a day on the town we got stuck in quite a downpour and stuck it out in the car for awhile before venturing out to shop more.

Looking at this pictures as I post makes me realize just how much Maeve has grown in the last month! My goodness how a few weeks can mature such a sweet little face! It is also becoming painfully aware just how much of her hair has fallen out! The poor kiddo has some seriously dry scalp, and it seems where the dry scalp is, the hair is not.

Our adventures took us shopping, out to the National Harbor, and downtown to the Elipse to the National Christmas Tree. Our plans were to see Santa, but Obama's motorcade came through, and they evacuated the park. Boo.

The O'Connell Clan at the National Christmas Tree

The Ladies in Front of the White House

The "O" Girls

Maevey Bean and her Grandparents

Mom & Dad, we loved visiting you all, even if the reason for our visit wasn't the happiest. We're looking forward to seeing you at the end of January! It's rumored Maeve may even have a laugh or two for you when you come! ;)

10/27/08

Honeymoons, You Should Take One



Our honeymoon was a much needed event! I had NO IDEA how exhausting a wedding could be! Flying to San Diego, taking a cruise through Mexico and following it up with 3 days in San Deigo = Wonderful! When we got on the boat, we checked into our room to unpack and take a quick nap...and woke up 6 hours later, just in time for dinner! A cruise was so great, because there was no pressure, lots of things to do, and everything was right at your fingertips! We did a LOT of napping (we're really old at heart) and took great advantage of room service for breakfast!

We even played the Married Game (their version of The Newlywed Game, but for all Married Couples) and WON!! We actually played several games on board, but this was the best--we came home with 3 "24k plastic ships on sticks", and drank our bottle of "Italiano del Cheapo" (awful awful awful champagne we won) on board. We even made friends with another couple about our age that is stationed in Hawaii. The whole thing was wonderful, dancing, nights out with the captain, seadoos, shopping, and all the sunsets and wine you could stand!!!

*sigh* I may very well need to take a yearly honeymoon ;)

9/24/08

Cydney & Brandon's Wedding


We've been back awhile, but it's worth updating! Cydney (my best friend) and Brandon got married September 13, and it was A-M-A-Z-I-N-G!!! The whole thing started off with one of the greatest, and super awkward Bachelorette party. We started out with dinner, our poor waitress had to put up with all sorts of ridiculous penis lollipops, an on-going game of Dirty Minds, and roaring laughter. :) From dinner, we moved on to Burberry's downtown for drinks, and Sassy's (yes, the gay bar) for drinks. It was hilarious. At Burberry's, one of the guys Sally had liked in high school and several of the girls with us had dated, was the musician. We told him it was Cyd's last single night out, and he sang her a song in front of the entire bar. It was great! All the while, the guys were having their Bachelor party via camping trip out at Greenbelt. All they would tell us is they smoked some cigars, set off fireworks and at one point Jason Dunham (think a mix between Jesus and Johnny Cash) was in his boxers and cowboy hat, explaining the sinking of the Spanish Armada using beer cans and himself, pretending the fire was the ocean. Yes. Sometimes, going back to Amarillo is so worth it! Friday was their rehearsal and rehearsal dinner---it was a complete C & B event. A costume rehearsal dinner. I went as a gypsy, Adam wore Ryan's turtle costume (from when he was 5), and we added some swords and a bandanna-viola, instant ninja turtle! Brandon was a mummy, Cydney was an Egyptian, Chris & Jenny went as Cydney & Brandon. Even Cydney's great aunt, who is ancient, dressed up and went as a hippie. I gave my toast at the rehearsal dinner and surprised even myself when I cried. I recalled our being assigned to make an Indian diarama for Texas History, and how it cemented our friendship when we agreed Trolly dolls and My Little Ponies were clearly the best medium. From dioramas, to Steppers, to Church Camp, we've always had each other. All in all, it was greatness.

While we were getting ready for the ceremony, all the girls got hungry...so we ordered a pizza!!! I love our friends! Their wedding was beautiful! Cydney walked down the aisle to "As I Walk Down to the River to Pray" and Chris & Laura preformed the service. I can't believe we've gotten to this place. Where we're all getting married, and friends are having kids or and buying houses.

At their reception, we enjoyed some Red Stripe and great Indian food, along with fabulous music (of course). By the end, almost every guy had stripped down to their undershirt and dress pants, and the girls had lost their shoes and pinned up their dresses. We were soooo sweaty, and the dancers left after Cyndey & Brandon!!! All in all, it was a GREAT wedding, and a GREAT way to spend a weekend off. :) I love you McCulloughs!!!!