'Roids

I cannot for the life of me understand why people would take these things intentionally…

Remember those merry-go-rounds on play grounds when you were a kid? I don’t know if they are still around anymore—prolly to dangerous or something. Anyway- I feel like I’m on one of those, going REALLY fast, hanging out from the edge, with my head upside down. I think that’s the best way I can describe the dizziness. Don’t get me wrong- I’m grateful for those wretched little pills… without them I might not be walking yet… But I could really do without the caffeinated feeling too. Seriously- I don’t even care for espresso all that much, but I feel like I’ve had about 3-4 pitchers of it. Uggh. I want off!

Out and about... well, kind of.

Friday night was supper club. God bless supper club. The Griers made a place for me to "sit" and a good time was had by all. I told Joe I NEEDED to get out-- he didn't argue.

Shea & Dre in town so we meet for happy hour at the Four Seasons last night! Unfortunately, the picture is kind of out of focus – but actually, that’s quite perfect, because that’s fairly reflective of how I 'm feelin'. Good times, good times.

We went to dinner at an Italian place (if I could remember the name, I would of course include it...) on the east side, but that was about all I could handle and hobbled back home. But the wine was delicious. Who says you shouldn’t drink with these things?

Trey and EB & The Ceiling

We had a rip, roarin' good time in SA, ese... got the whole crew to the river walk to celebrate Trey & EB finally getting married. The wedding was magnificent, everything was beautiful, the drinks didn’t seem to end and a good time was had by all.

Good thing we had such a great time… Sunday morning we were on our way down to the brunch at Pat O’s and I coughed (as I have been doing since returning from India) and managed –for the first time in 4 years- to completely throw my back out. Why do they call it that anyway? So, I’m feeling very old and pathetic right about now… a trip to the doctor, massive amounts of meds, and a few days later -- I am still spending 99% of my time laying on my back, staring at the ceiling. Sitting is still not a possibility… but at least I can shuffle to the kitchen every once in awhile. Thank God for the steroids.

Some pics from the soiree… also known as the last time I was able to move.

(L -> R) Trey and his cake -- Em & Lee -- Walker getting ready for his big walk down the aisle

(L -> R) Trey & EB at the altar -- Mission San Jose -- Joe and Kim *trying* to behave at the reception

Meeting Jane Skaggs

Sweet baby Jane came into this world EARLY last Saturday morning. We got the good news as we boarded our plane bound for Shelby's wedding. Our first meeting with this sweet baby was fantastic- she's beautiful & perfect. Little think slept the whole time we were there. Truly an outstanding accomplishment considering the shenanigans the rest of us were up to.























Now that he's a big brother, Sam is all grown up and extroverted. I think he's been taking lessons from Reagan. We had a fantastic time chasing down the lizard he found-- much to his delight -- and on the way out he gave me a giant surprise hug and kiss as if to say "I may have a baby sister now, but let's just remember how stinkin' cute I am and how long I've known you now..." (or something to that effect). Anyway, it worked. I -heart- Sam.

Laughing till it hurts...

Funniest. Day. Ever.


Who would have guessed that a trip to –Oklahoma-- of all places… would have ended up being easily one of the funniest days of my life. Here I am, a couple days later, still smiling and still with a sore stomach and jaw from laughing all day. I think my neck even popped.



I have these fine ladies to thank for the raucous good time.















What a lead-up to Shelby’s Wedding day. I’ll post some goodies from Shelb’s weddin, but need to finish uploading first…