Surprise Weekend!

Last Friday evening, mommy was surprised by Lauren's Mima (that's what she calls Grandma) and Papa. As they entered the house, they informed her that they would be watching Lauren for the weekend. Then Daddy told her that she needed to pack an overnight bag and be ready to leave at 8 a.m. Saturday morning.

The next morning came and she was whisked away, unknowing of her destination. Once they hit I-5 and headed North, she had an idea of where they were headed. Daddy had booked an overnight stay at the Tulalip Resort and Casino about 30 minutes North of Seattle. Mommy was also treated to an afternoon in the T-Spa with a massage, manicure and pedicure.....3 things that I can count on 1 hand the number of times I've ever had!

Here we are in the room after the relaxing afternoon. The resort was beautiful. Our friends Mike and Mindy joined us, which was another surprise!


Mindy has listened that I was having a hard time finding workout clothes, so they hooked me up. Oh ya, this was all an early birthday event....even though I don't like to admit the birthday part! You can see my new ring on my right hand. The Premium Outlet stores are right next door (with Premium prices!). And Lauren and Daddy bought mommy a new Opal ring. It's Lauren's birthstone and I've been wanting one since she was born! It's gorgeous and I haven't taken it off since.


We had an amazing dinner at the Tulalip Bay restaurant. Jake picked it out and it's one of the top steak restaurants in the Seattle area. The guys had wonderful Wagyu ribeyes and us girls had Surf n' Turf; an 8 oz Wagyu blue cheese crusted beef sirloin and prawns (my mouth waters as I write this). Everything was fabulous from the flamming pineapple to the spicy calamari to the fudge filled dessert!

Ready to hit the gambling scene! Mike hit the slots, Jake and Mindy played Blackjack and I watched while making new friends!

We all had a lot of fun. Mike was the big winner leaving with about $800 in his pocket off the penny slots!!! I think everyone left with a little money. I'm already thinking of what to do in the Spa the next time we go (facial anyone?)....and yes there will definitely be a next time! Mindy's birthday is in September....hmmmmmmm......