Happy Anniversary Gram and Pop!

56 years ago today Gram and Pop said I do.

So of course when they invited Me to an afternoon in Napa, I had to say....

I DO!!

So off we went!

To Thomas Kellar's

Awesome, does not begin to describe this restaurant.

For those of you who aren't "foodies" Thomas Keller is the Chef and Owner of the world renowned French Laundry in Yountville.

Bouchon is just down the street, but in no way disappointing.

Someday I will get to the French Laundry...

But in the meantime...

Bouchon does me just fine.

:)

We were greeted by our Server with 4 glasses of Chandon Champagne.

Compliments of the restaurant in honor of My Grandparents special day.

Next came Appetizers...

The Chilled Tower

Complete with Crab, Oysters, Clams, Prawns and Lobster.

Oh. My. God.

I could have ate the whole thing.
(I had to fight Gram for the oysters...)

Pop took a long look at the wine list

He decided on a nice Chablis...

My second course

(not the best pic-but it was delicious!)

Baby Greens with Goat Cheese in Herbs de Provence.

MMmmmm

Clay had their Mushroom and Crab Salad.

(Which was the best of the three we ordered)

Pop Had the Endive and Roquefort Salad.

(a close second to Clay's)

Gram was stuffed from all the Oyster stealing.....

Then came the Main Course

Seared Scallops topped with Lobster served with Parsnip Puree.
Hands down, the best meal I have EVER had.
EVER.

Delicious to the last bite.
A-M-A-Z-I-N-G

Pop and Clay had the Steak Frites

And Gram had the Lobster Bisque

poured table side.

Yum.

Then dessert!

Which was half gone by the time I remembered my camera

(darn wine...)

But the profiteroles and the Dark Chocolate Mouse were divine!

Gram broke out the Jewels for the day.

Please note the gorgeous ring on her finger.

Only dusted off for special occasions. 

Such a perfect day!

Unbelievable Weather

Impecable Service

Delicious Food

Great Company

What more could a girl ask for???

Two Fantastic Grandparents!

:)

Love you both Gram and Pop

Happy Anniversary!

Here's to many, many more!

Baby G

HE'S HERE!!!

Gabriel

8lbs 12oz

20 1/2 inches

And Perfect.

I arrived shortly after Baby G did, Starbucks in hand.

I was prepared for this amazing Mama...and she was grateful. 

She was also prepared...

Socks and all.

I had to get a group shot. 

I don't care what she thinks- 

She. Looks. Great.

I was even there when Big Brother came to visit

He sang me a duet with his Mother.

He could not be more adorable if he tried.

(I may be biased, him being my God Son and all....)

And now some photos of this Baby-

He's too cute not to share....

I feel so lucky to be able to share in Gabriel's Birth Day.

What a lucky boy to be born with such an amazing woman as his Mother.

Happy Birth Day Gabriel.

I love you so much.

Congrats Bo.

You are Awesome.

(and I love you too....)

Birthday Weekend Wrap Up

My weekend was packed with fun.

Friday night...

Dinner with the Fam....

Marinated Crab

Chocolate Cake..

Jack helped with the candles....

Saturday was low key to start....

Breakfast of Champions...

Some baking...

with Gram.

Afternoon delivery to a special birthday buddy....

A quick make-over....

Some Blue Moon....

Lots of presents....

A fun necklace from Casey

34 dollars from Mary..

New pink cookware from my MIL.

So many gifts.  I'm so spoiled by my family and friends.  I now have a complete set of wine glasses, red and white, lots of money to shop with, bedding for all seasons, and a new wardrobe complete with jewelry.

Thank you to all my friends and family. I LOVED everything!

The fun started mid evening with dueling pianos.

Birthday girls on stage for the Hokey Pokey

more wine....

(I think it's appropriate that the photo is fuzzy as is my memory)

I did try to stay hydrated...

But eventually caved to peer pressure...

I had lots of peers...

The random is the bartender...who insisted I take a mystery shot with him for my birthday...

Jameson.

ouch.

Aww....Love that guy....

So. Much. Fun.

If you live in the Bay Area...and want a FUN night...go to That Bar

You won't regret it.

We picked up the kids on Sunday from the In-Laws...who were so wonderful and took both kids all night so I could sleep in....Sleep and Pink cookware??!!! Does it get any better???

So Good-bye to 33....Hello to 34....

I wonder what you have in store for me 34...

I'm looking forward to finding out....