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You know the feeling when you fall into bed on Sunday night exhausted but full of joy, satisfaction, and a full heart?  That's how I felt this after this weekend. It's the best way to start a Monday and I highly recommend it. 

I turned twenty-four on Sunday and this weekend was one of my most favorite. I got to spend it with the people that truly care about me and that in itself made me feel like the luckiest girl in the world.

Friday:

I went to see the Minion movie with one of my dearest friends. Y'all, it was so adorable. All of the children giggling in the audience made it even funnier. And it was great to catch up. It meant a lot that she took time to celebrate my birthday with me.

Saturday:

Arguably the best day because first and foremost...I WON THE BET! #winning Josh has to take me bowling and to a movie now so really it was like I got two extra presents!
Also, it was a boat day. Being on the water is so peaceful and a worry-free zone. After soaking up the sun for a few hours, Josh and I went out to dinner with my family. As I get older and reflect on life in general, I realize that the moments that we are all together are truly priceless. Better than any birthday present.

Sunday:

Happy 24th Birthday to me! Laney, wanted me to have the fullest day possible, so she woke me up at 7AM. Lucky me. After catching up on a few "Tiny House" episodes with dad, Josh and I went to brunch at Ox Lot 9, the newest restaurant in the Southern Hotel. I highly recommend it if you ever find yourself in the New Orleans area--it's worth the trip to the Northshore! The atmosphere was just as good as the food!
We spent the rest of the day out by the pool, playing lawn games (my dad is a gluten free beer drinkin' croquet winning machine), getting tan, and just hanging out.  Note: The girls of the family dominated the boys in Battle of the Sexes for the second night in a row!

A huge thank you to everyone that wished me a Happy Birthday and to those that made the weekend so special!