Instead, life happened. There are babies and pregnancies and job interviews, etc. that brought us back to reality. At least for this year.
Regardless, we were still determined to be together, for a few nights, celebrating our 20s, our life-long friendships, and toasting to our 30s. So that's just what we did.
Bags were packed, reservations were made, and we headed to Athens. We may not have been sipping wine in Sonoma, but I wouldn't change a second of our trip...other than a UGA win. :(
After quite a few recommendations, we chose The National for dinner on Friday night. I was thrilled to see many of the wine lists offering a half glass. So I settled on a 3 oz Cabernet Friday night and saved my second 3 oz glass for Saturday night. Win - win situation.
We had after dinner drinks and dessert at the infamous Last Resort. Decaf coffee for me. Irish cream coffee for Sam and Jennifer.
We spent Saturday morning, strolling the streets of downtown Athens, picking up a surprise or two for our kiddos (my how times have changed,) and ended with relaxing pedicures.
Lunch took us off the beaten path to White Tiger. We all loved the eccentric decor and atmosphere of this little spot. Plus, the food was delish!
After showers, changing into our red and black, and a weather game delay, we found ourselves at Hershel's Kitchen for a prime viewing spot for the UGA vs. South Carolina game.
Cheney joined us for the afternoon and Saturday night.
Not our best looks of the weekend, after walking through the drizzling rain, but I wanted to include one.
At halftime, we moved to Trapeze for a change of scenery...and I was ready for my 3 oz glass of wine. We shared a delicious cheese plate and hummus for a snack.
After a sad ending to the game, we walked over to Teds Most Best for pizza and salad. We sat outside, under the lights and trees, and enjoyed a quick and delicious dinner.
The night ended with cupcakes followed by a Sunday brunch at Big City Bread. To say we indulged is an understatement. :)
I can't say enough about these girls and what they mean to me. I adore my boys, my growing family, and this season of life, but it is such a blessing to have a close group of girlfriends to also share this journey with. For one weekend, I wasn't Mom... playing with firetrucks, practicing letters, and making dinner. All things I love. Instead, I got to be the girl who loves to sip a glass of wine, laugh with her girlfriends, enjoy some college football, and soak up a town I love. I believe in the importance of taking time for ourselves; it definitely makes me a better mom and wife.
Don't get me wrong, I was so happy to be home to my boys on Sunday; I missed them!
After a weekend away, Monday looks like this. Laundry didn't make the weekend agenda for those two. They had a fun weekend, as well, and I'm so glad they did!
Unpacking, catching up on laundry, and sneaking in a few extra snuggles and kisses from both, meant dinner needed to be simple.
I tried a tweaked version of a "Sunday chicken" recipe. It's called Sunday chicken based on the idea that you put it in the oven before you leave for church on Sunday, and you have a hot lunch ready when you get home.
I mixed one box of wild rice, fresh mushrooms, cream of celery and cream of mushroom and placed in a greased baking dish.
Topped with two boneless seasoned chicken breasts. Covered with tinfoil and baked on 325 degrees for a little under two hours. Easy and delicious with a side of green beans.
See you from Napa at 40!
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