The Sink Family!: December update

A few weeks went by and I didn't update because, well, we are boring and there wasn't much to update - then BAM! lots of fun stuff happening! So here's the skinny:

Our dear Wanda Bear turned FIFTY on December 18th (Happy Birthday Sweet Wanda!) - but in preparation for the big day, Robin has been planning a surprise party all year! We planned for months and partied on December 1st. I am SO glad to say that she was suprised! If you don't know Wanda, let me fill you in - she knows everything that is going on. It is near-impossible to get anything past her. Well, Robin did the impossible and pulled off the surprise! What a fun, fun evening celebrating a pretty fantastic lady! I don't have many pictures, so here is all i have-

Annabeth helping to ice lots and lots of mini cupcakes and brownie bites

Robin making the country club BEAUITFUL with pom poms!

Fifty & Fabulous cake

Cute mini cupcakes with pom-pom toppers

Dessert table set-up

The next weekend was my birthday :) I took Friday off for a long weekend, and admist a pending sinus infection, we ran lots of christmas errands, made Christmas crafts (can't wait to show you!), and wrapped Christmas gifts! Even better - we were treated with a special visit from Abby, and we were able to watch her for the afternoon :)

Abby loved the Rudolphs on the back of my socks

Sweet thing

Watching Home Alone

Oh - and to top it off - my BEST FRIEND GOT ENGAGED!!! That's right - Ben & Robin are officially tying the knot! I couldn't be more excited for two incredible people. I am looking forward to the fun year to come! xoxo

BEAUTIFUL!

My grandma gave me extra pieces to my Elfa organizer from The Container Store - woo hoo! We all know that storage space is a hot commodity around our house, so I have to make space where I can. I love it!

LOVE, LOVE, LOVE the new organizers!

Speaking of birthday gifts - you know, there isn't a whole lot of "stuff" I need/want. And, quite frankly, I don't want for someone to give me a gift just for the sake of giving a gift. So, I asked my dear husband for a trip away in lieu of a gift. We found a great Living Social deal for a resort in VA Beach. For $80, we got a suite and a $25 spa credit. The resort had wonderful reviews, so we went for it! We went last weekend, on Friday, and I am so glad we did. We arrived to the beautiful resort, and walked into our room which had the fireplace going for us! How neat is that. I used my spa credit for the Chocolate Peppermint Pedi, which was oh-so relaxing, while drinking a Starbucks treat. We enjoyed a delicious dinner on the beach, and drove on the Boardwalk to see their Christmas lights! The resort is beautifully decorated - we walked around and enjoyed their outdoor firepits. On our way back on Saturday, we stopped by the outlets which was a madhouse, and all-in-all had an incredible time! Much needed romantic getaway!