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Uncategorized | September 27, 2011

California Lovin’

Sorry about the lack of posting….I’ve been in California the past few days! I went for a work event, but managed to squeeze in some fun along the way.

The best part of California? Seeing some of my favorite people! As soon as my plane landed I hopped in my rental car and drove out to Fashion Island to meet my friends Erika and Rebecca. I’ve been friends with these girls since I was 6 years old.
 Erika brought along her 6 week old baby girl MJ. SO precious! Erika is such a great mommy and answered all my baby questions. 
 Rebecca got to love on MJ too….although I did hog her all to myself for most of lunch!
 Can you blame me? Look at that sweet little face! And that headband! I officially have baby fever.
Towards the end of the afternoon we got her to wake up and give us a few smiles. It was so great to finally meet MJ and catch up with old friends. 
I rushed from lunch to my aunt’s house for dinner….but didn’t take a single picture. Fail.
The next day I had to work all day and then Erin picked me up to do a little shopping and go to dinner. I was nearly in tears the night before trying to navigate down town LA at 10:00 at night by myself, so having Erin pick me up was the best thing ever. Erin is expecting a baby in March, so it was fun to see her little baby bump and catch up!
 
 We stumbled upon an Anthropologie…so excited! Here is Erin getting to know a little more about the trees from her homeland. 
 They had tons of cute stuff…like this adorable apron. 
And this cupcake tea towel. I basically went crazy over all the cute kitchen stuff!
 And this….not really sure what this is. Weiner dog note book?

And fun glasses. 
It was such a quick trip, but really good at the same time. The weirdest part was being in California and not seeing my mom or staying at her house. I decided not to drive by her place because I think it would have been too hard. Luckily I can now see my mom whenever I like…but man, I miss that house. Also weird? Getting upgraded to a suite at the hotel….while staying by myself. Nothing like a huge empty room to yourself to make you feel lonely! I’m lucky that every day I was there was jam packed with friends and family.
On a side note, I could use your prayers today. I have to take our cat, Henry, to the vet. I think he has an infected tooth that needs to be removed. The last time I took a cat to the vet it was one of the worst days ever. Please pray.

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Comments

  1. CMae says

    September 27, 2011 at 1:22 pm

    Keep us updated with Henry!!! Hugs!

  2. erin vancura says

    September 27, 2011 at 1:47 pm

    It was amazing seeing you this weekend. I LOvED it… Although now I wish I could see you whenever I wanted! Send Henry my love… I'll be praying for him.

  3. Sara Elizabeth says

    September 27, 2011 at 1:55 pm

    My friend got that apron at her bridal shower a few weeks ago! I love it!! I'm jealous you got in some good friend time, but it's nice that you can mix business with pleasure!!

  4. vintch says

    September 27, 2011 at 1:59 pm

    oh praying for sweet henry! pets are like children! and the entire time i was reading this post, i kept thinking about how many cool shades there were! sounds like such a fun trip:)

  5. leah says

    September 27, 2011 at 2:01 pm

    What a fun Cali trip, catching up with all your friends! Will definitely be praying for strength for you today as you take Henry to the vet!

  6. Lyndsay & Co. says

    September 27, 2011 at 2:03 pm

    Looked like you had a blast on your trip. Loved the apron! 🙂 And I'm keeping y'all in my prayers today…Hope Henry's tooth feels better, soon!! xoxo

  7. Life With Lauren says

    September 27, 2011 at 2:22 pm

    Looks like you had an amazing time and that baby is precious! Will say a prayer for your Henry!

  8. Katie says

    September 27, 2011 at 3:14 pm

    Aw. I will be praying for Henry! You guys could sure use a break in that department. I'm sure everything will be OK with him though! On the plus side, Cali looks like it was awesome. I want to get out there so badly!

  9. Corinne says

    September 27, 2011 at 3:17 pm

    CA looks like it was fun but I'm sending prayers and positive thoughts your way for Henry! Hope he's ok!

  10. natasha {schue love} says

    September 27, 2011 at 3:23 pm

    Fuuun! I grew up in Newport…love Fashion Island! 🙂

  11. Linda says

    September 27, 2011 at 3:35 pm

    Fun time, beautiful baby and prayers heading your way for Henry…that all will go smoothly and he will be good as new!

  12. Peyton @ When All Else Fails Smile says

    September 27, 2011 at 3:36 pm

    Sounds like you had a great time in California! I left an award for you on my blog, congrats!

  13. Leeann @ Join the Gossip says

    September 27, 2011 at 6:23 pm

    Sending kitty prayers your way! 🙁

    Yay for LA. I love living here but depending on what neighborhood you were in at 10pm, I may have been crying also lol!

  14. Portuguese Prepster says

    September 27, 2011 at 6:57 pm

    looks so fun and you have the most amazing hair!

  15. Adrian says

    September 27, 2011 at 10:26 pm

    I didn't know you and Erika were friends. Her husband and I have pretty much known one another from birth. Small world. And Miss MJ is just too cute. Her little nose it adorable.
    And if I could I would just take the whole kitchen section of Anthropologie and put it in my house. I could spend hours just looking and dreaming in there.

  16. dancing my way through life says

    September 28, 2011 at 12:55 am

    Praying for you and Henry!! I am so sad I missed you on your trip :(, but looks like you had a great time.

  17. Married...with a Pup says

    September 28, 2011 at 1:46 am

    Aww will be thinking of you! On another note- baby plans yet with the fever =)

  18. The Bookness says

    September 28, 2011 at 5:55 am

    The look to the side got me. =) What a face. So adorable. God bless. And your blog make me feel inspired to blog more. Im following now, and maybe you'll visit me some day.

    thebookness.blogspot.com

  19. Lacey says

    September 28, 2011 at 1:31 pm

    Glad you had such a great time in California and got to see so many friends, how fun!! But I think you really need to plan a work trip to Atlanta soon!! 🙂

  20. Ana says

    September 28, 2011 at 6:52 pm

    The last pic of the baby is just precious. So funny.

    Praying for your cat! I'm sure everything will be fine 🙂

  21. Amanda says

    September 30, 2011 at 2:22 pm

    Oooooh I love those sunglasses so much!

  22. Anonymous says

    October 1, 2011 at 5:19 am

    SO GREAT TO SEE YOU JULIE! I promise I will make it out to you someday! Thank you for holding my little MJ, she had a wonderful time. Please say hello to your mom! (and I am SO glad henry is OK….oh how we love our pets!) 🙂
    -erika

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