Julie & John

Thursday, June 25, 2009

Carolyn's Graduation...with Oprah!

So the whole family headed to North Carolina to celebrate Carolyn's graduation from Duke. John and I were able to go out a few days early and spend some time with Carolyn, Lanny, and Carolyn's belly...I mean Baby Cate. It was SO exciting to see my sister pregnant! She looks adorable!
It was fun to get to spend time with Brian and Rosie too, especially since we won't get to see them as often once we move.

Here are some other pics from the fun weekend. Congratulations Carolyn!!

I love this picture! I didn't even notice the sunset until after I took the picture.




Yep, that's Oprah. Her Godson (Gail's son) was graduating that day so she spoke. Unfortunately she wasn't that good but the student elected speaker was much better.


Congratulations Carolina!! We love you!

Wednesday, June 24, 2009

Daffodil Gala and Sketchy Old Men...

After Kristen and Brady's wedding John and I drove to Hot Springs to attend the Daffodil Gala for the American Cancer Society. Mom was the chair of the event this year and she did an amazing job. It was held at the Fair Ground and they had covered the place in twinkle lights. We had a blast dancing and catching up with everyone. John even managed to somehow win an entire box of Boone's Farm. That's my husband!
In fact, the party didn't end when the Gala did. I'm sad to say that John, Mom, Kim, Anna, Jen, Judy, and I went to one of the really "classy" bars that Hot Springs has to offer. It was absolutely disgusting but the entertainment factor was priceless! There is nothing like seeing a 78 year old man dancing with 20-something age girls!

Nutt-Brandon Wedding...

On May 2 my beautiful friend Kristen Nutt married her boyfriend of 7 years! The weekend started with the most awesome bachelorette party ever! We all dressed in 80's awesomeness and then went karaoking. I was channeling Molly Ringwald, while Kim (center) rocked out an amazing bridesmaid dress with stuffed poof sleeves.

The wedding was planned to be on the back lawn at Kristen's parent's house. Unfortunately the weather wasn't so cooperative and the wedding had to be held inside the house. Despite the weather the wedding was beautiful and Kristen and Brady became Mr and Mrs Brandon. Congratulations you guys!