Celebrating Ivy Marie

Larry and I both took Ivy out to dinner for her birthday last night.  Larry thought it would be fun to ride the train to Farmington since Ivy wanted to go there for dinner.  At first she wanted to go to an Italian place but when we got there she chose Johnny Rockets.  It was a fun atmosphere and brought back fun memories for me.  I love a jukebox and the old songs that played on it.  We had shakes and burgers.  It was yummy.  It was nice having Larry with us.  He is finding time these days to do more with us which we all really appreciate and like.  There are some perks to getting older. ☺

I don't think Ivy enjoyed the train like the littler kids would have but it was still good, and no stress.

I blew up the air mattress and put some pillows and a blanket on it.  I got the message pretty fast that Ivy wanted to enjoy it all by herself.   She was laying across it so no one else could.  I was fine with that.  I don't really like air mattresses.  We started watching 50 Firsts Dates and then Kevin stopped by and had Beauty and the Beast and so we watched that.  Larry and I stayed awake (surprise) but Ivy fell asleep.  I ended up going to bed with Larry and slept fantastic.

I made french toast for breakfast and Ivy watched High School Musical.  I wrote notes to the Special Needs girls and leaders to put with their collages I made for each of them.  I was happy to have the time to do it and still be with Ivy.  

Ivy wanted to go to Claire's to shop.  We went to the Mall and ended up at Claires.  We went to pay and they were having a special.  YeeHaw!  Buy 3 items and get 3 free.  We got to go pick out another item. Ivy couldn't decide so I got some new earrings.  I love deals...especially being surprised by them.  

I wanted to look at some shoes and so we went to a shoe store.  Another deal was happening.  There were a bunch of boots for just $10.  I wasn't crazy about the ones I got for me but I don't like heals and so they will be fine. Ivy got a cute pair that she chose quickly.  I think we did well.  I really like spending money and wish I had more so I didn't have to worry about spending too much.  I think I would still be conservative but not having to worry would be awesome.

Ivy had a friend coming over and so I needed to get her home.  (I'm not the priority any more ☺)  I enjoyed visiting with Trichelle for a bit and then decided to go get a pedicure. I love pedicures! 

Carla hosted a Pampered Chef party for Kelsi tonight and we all had fun.  The food was tasty and Kelsi did a great job.  (she's a natural)  I wasn't able to go early because Zaden had a baseball game right before.  I love watching him play.  He really likes baseball and got on base every time. So today was another fun-filled day!