Moms Only Get Away Weekend

This past weekend I had the pleasure of going away for my first girls trip since having Ava. Since Ava never took the bottle I was never able to stray far from her while I was nursing. I love my child with all my heart but I think every mom needs a little break and a chance to spend some time alone with friends. I was way overdue for something like this! Mikey was encouraging and excited for me to have some time away so that felt nice knowing that he was ok with me leaving. Gigi came to stay with Ava and Mikey to spend a little more one on one time with her son and granddaughter and from what I hear they had just as much fun as I did! It was a great weekend for all! My compadres for the girls trip were some of my closest friends Amy, Rebekah, and Jenny. We stayed in Austin and spent most of our days just talking, relaxing, and eating some good food! It was so nice to be able to relax and not have to worry about feeding, changing diapers, or chasing our children around. Another bonus to the weekend was I got to see two of my other best friends, Cassie and Paige. Jenny and I met Cassie at Paige's little boy's 1st birthday party in Seguin. Ray was so cute at his party and I am glad I got to be there for his special day. I wish I got to visit with Paige longer but I will see them again real soon. I had the best weekend and feel so refreshed. I missed Ava and Mikey like crazy but the fact that they were having so much fun together made the trip more enjoyable.

Amy, me, and Rebekah before hitting the road

Jenny and I before leaving for Ray's party

Amy and I giving ourselves pedicures before dinner on Saturday

Rebekah, Amy, Me, and Jenny ready for dinner!

Waiting for our table at Moonshine. Yummy!!

Before heading home we stopped off at the Round Rock outlets and met up with Cassie. We bought matching "friend" shirts at Gap. haha, cheesy but fun!

Ava was already asleep for the night by the time I got home on Sunday so I was very sad about that but when I walked in the door I was greeted by a sweet husband who had cleaned the entire house before I got there and made me this sign hung in the kitchen. You don't get much sweeter or thoughtful than that!? I'm a lucky girl.


When I went to get Ava out of her crib on Monday morning she greeted with me a big hug and she put her head on my shoulder for a long time. It was just what I wanted.