I'm So Excited and I Just Can't Hide It!

Well-I think I'm over having to drive on my Birthday.....I believe a little time and an upcoming trip to Florida, are what helped me :)

My cousin, who lives in Florida, is getting married.....in Florida. Now, since she is like a sister (well-at least we fight like it), my "blood" sister (blood mingling and all---sounds a little Angelina Jolie-ish--weird) and other cousins will be coming along, I REALLY wanted to go.....plus....IT'S FLORIDA and it's still winter here.

There were a couple of obstacles though....Luke has to work, so where would the kids go and it is expensive to fly to Florida. So, being the problem solver I am, I thought---MY BIRTHDAY! I decided to present an idea to my parents and in-laws. Instead of buying me a gift for my birthday, how about money towards the ticket, then maybe I might be able to afford it. So, emails went out. Then, since my mom refuses to fly, I figured she wasn't going and maybe she would/could watch the kids while Luke was at work.

I knew they were kind of big things to ask, but I gave it a try. Once I was able to get my mom on the phone, she informed me she couldn't because she was going to a wedding. I was surprised she was going.....and then she informed me she was kidding. :) Wonder where I get it from. She not only agreed to watch the kids, but is PAYING for my ticket! You see, my cousin is her Goddaughter and since she is unable to go, she is sending me in her place! YAY!!!!!!

Then, my mother-in-law emailed me back and also agreed to give me money towards the trip and now I have the hotel paid for!!!!

I kind of wanted to book at the same time with another family member, so we could fly together. It just didn't work out, and so I booked my own ticket separately. However, upon speaking to another cousin, I found out I am on the flight with her and her husband. YAY!!!!!

I am so thankful to my family for making this all possible and I can't wait to see my cousin get married!!!!

Congratulations Laura Maria Mamma Mia Shuh-Sha Shia Ta Ta Tia Garbage Can!!!!
I heart you!

Well-it's a little after 4am and I've been awake since 2am....I should probably go back to sleep before I have to get up in two hours :)