Sweet Summertime!

It is summer, and since I am a teacher, I am home! I've actually been home for a month and I've enjoyed every minute of it. The day after I got out of school I drove to CT for a bunch of different things.

My sister is in 8th grade and they don't "graduate" but they have a special dance called Class Night. I got to take a pedicure, her hair done, and I got to take a bunch of pictures. She looked absolutely gorgeous, and I've decided we are changing her name to Sammi Jo. Here are just two gorgeous pictures I took of her....breath taking!

Her dress was gorgeous, blue with dark blue zebra print!

A close up of my beautiful sister!

The "true" reason I went to New England was for the bachelorette party and bridal shower of one of my dearest friends! We went to a Brad Paisley concert to celebrate, and then had a beautiful shower with her friends and family. I am so thrilled about her wedding, she is marrying an amazing man who is perfect for her, and I know she is going to live a life full of happiness!

Ladies before the concert!

Ladies on the lawn!

Mr. Brad Paisley!!!Bride-to-be and flower girls!

To top it off, my "little" brother had a baseball game at the local stadium under the lights. My Grandma, Aunt, and Uncle all came to see the game- so I got to see a good portion of my family! We had a great time and my brother had some good plays (even though his team did not win).

At the plate...

...and behind the plate

I spent a lot of time with the siblings, had a nice breakfast with my mom and aunt, and enjoyed a wonderful weekend with one of my best friends. All in all, it was a fantastic trip back home!