January 24, 2010

It was a PARTY (and then some)


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Hello everyone!

Well, let me say that the gala last night was F-U-N! For real, like a serious par-tay!! I had high hopes that it would be fun, but I was also worried that it had the potential to be stuffy and boring. As I mentioned, the theme was Havana Nights, so all the food and drinks were Cuban-themed. There was mojito!! There was also a silent and live auction and a lighting of a 60th anniversary candle. The committee had also hired professional dancers for entertainment! And when all this was said and done, there was dancing...lots of dancing. I danced my booty off with my coworkers and some of my kids' parents. Surely, they'll still trust me with their children after last night :)

So, I know you're wanting to see some pictures, right? Especially after the little teaser that I gave you of my shoes....

I wore a black strapless, belted dress from H&M, my turquoise pumps and pearls (and OPI Cajun Shrimp, if you were wondering). This dress is from a few years ago, but I thought it was perfect for this occasion.


And then I decided to spice it up just a bit since it was a little chilly out. I loved my outfit, it was so fun to wear!



And in case you were living under rock (I'm kidding), Friday was my birthday. Some of the mommas from the school had the DJ announce my birthday and they had party hats and a birthday cupcake (complete with candle) for me at the party.

 
This picture was taken after lots of dancing and the shedding of my shoes, lol

The next few are just some random shots from the night...


 

My boss and me (he was cracking me up with his hat and cigar)


My parents and me. Aren't we a good lookin' bunch?


Apologies for the poor picture quality, however, I had to throw this one (and the next one) in for a laugh. Maybe I was doing the Cupid Shuffle? Cha Cha Slide? Who knows! But I love you all and I'm secure with the less-than-flattering photos :)


There are no words for this picture...


This is one of my professors from my undergraduate school. I was SO excited to see her! I had no idea that she was going to be there, but we spent the whole night together :)


And we're done. I finally had to put my shoes back on and wrap it up. I was sad to see the night end. It was a blast, as you can see!

I hope you enjoyed my weekend recap. Today was very chill. We went to church and then out to lunch. We needed to recover from last night's festivities, lol. I hope you all had a wonderful weekend and you're rested and ready for the week ahead :)

And thank you again for all your sweet birthday messages that you left me! You all are the best!


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25 comments

Janna said...

Cute pictures! Love the dress and shoes! And love me some Cajun Shrimp OPI nail polish! It's my absolute favorite color!

Unknown said...

looks like you had a blast and i love your dress and shoes!!!

capperson said...

I love the outfit!!!!! It looks like you had a bunch of fun :)

mrs.mfc said...

Cute pictures!! Loving the shoes!!!!!!

carolinagirl said...

you are such a cutie. so glad it was a fun night.

Morgan said...

so fun! The dress and shoes were perfect together! You looked great!

Amber said...

Looks like a blast. You were so beautiful in your birthday crown. :)

Laura said...

You are so beautiful and I loved your ensemble! I had to laugh about the Cajun Shrimp comment and the pic with you holding your cupcake and shoes! I can tell you had a blast!

Kelsey Claire said...

Where did you get the leopard wrap? I want one soooo bad! You looked fantastic!

{andthisiswhatshesaid} said...

Great pics.. you look fabulous and i love them shoes!!!

Kelsey @ Seattle Smith's said...

What sassy little heels with your black dress -- I LOVE IT! Looked like a blast lady!

Blissfully Enamored said...

look at you sassy girl!!!! i love the pictures and I am so glad that you had a blast!!! i must know where your shoes came from!!! love them!!!

i hope you have a WONDERFUL week!!!

XOXO blog best friend!

Blissfully Enamored said...

by the way...a picture of your frame is up on my blog!

Trish said...

you look GREAT! looks like you guys had a wonderful time. Really love the bosses hat too!

Tara Gibson said...

looks like you had a blast!! love those shoes!

Pink Lace and Cupcakes said...

You look beautiful girl!! What a blast that looks like. My favorite picture is def you breaking it down on the dance floor:)

Nikosmommy said...

What a fun looking event! Great theme and you looked super sassy!

Whitney and the Preppy Puppies said...

You look beautiful! And I love your pearl ring.

Connie K said...

WOW you looked great loved the dress and cover up leopard is my Fav! so am a new follower and your blog is so cute cant wait to take a look around !!

The Tuscan Home said...

What fun pictures. Looks like you had a fabulous time. Your outfit ~ so pretty and elegant! ~Liz

Caitlin @ Candyfloss & Persie said...

What great pictures!!! You looked adorable and it looks like seriously SUCH fun night. I wish I had celebrated my birthday like that!

meredith said...

giiiiiirl, you looked GORGEOUS!!!!! so glad you had such a great time!!!

meredith said...

oh my goodness and i think i seriously have 8 bottles of OPI cajun shrimp!! (great taste!) most of them are nearly empty, but it seems i've unknowingly started a little collection! haha

Buckhead Belle said...

What a great birthday outfit, you looked beautiful!

Melissa @ Southern Mommas said...

Love those shoes!! Looks like you had so much fun -I am jealous...This momma needs a night out :) Looks like you can "cut a rug" girl -haha