Saying good-bye

This week has been spent planning the all important party for Meredith; a time to say goodbye to friends and former co-workers as she embarks on her Nebraskan journey.  Considering that we didn't do formal invitations (just word of mouth, Facebook and email) we had a great turnout for the party.  Shows how much those who know her think of her....

Carrie found someone to cater who did a great job.  He brought thin sliced roast sirloin served on flat bread or rolls, along with a spicy jardiniere, humus, some red pepper dip,  and fresh veggies.  We had sixty people, including a bunch of kids who played great together (outside- a beautiful evening).  I really planned on taking lots of pictures, but the more people who showed up, the less my camera got used.  One of the surprise guests was Elizabeth (Haythorn) Perkins, who was Meredith's maid of honor at her wedding. Good visiting with her!

Meredith & Elizabeth

We gathered again on Sunday, for our last day with Mer and the kids.  Brad grilled some burgers and we polished off the leftover dip from the party.  Sarah was here for her weekend of "saloning", so we all look fresh with our new cuts and colors.  Corbin and Trent had an amazing time together, and can we all say, once again, just how appreciative we are to have her fly out from California every 8 weeks? She SAYS she doesn't mind, but, hmmmm, I wonder!
The weather people are predicting a huge snowstorm (6-12" here) on Tuesday, so we're glad they'll get back before then.