George and I embark on an east coast adventure tonight! It's the first extended visit either of us have had in a very long time. Excited doesn't begin to cover how I'm feeling right now. I am ecstatic and cannot wait...to see one of George's dearest friends get married. To celebrate like crazy. To reunite with so many loved ones. To finally try the (supposed) best pizza in the world, located in New Jersey. To make countless trips to Dunkin' Donuts. To spend almost an entire week with my family. To meet my new doggie nephew, Lucky. To see my brother and sister-in-law's new house. To snuggle with Suzy. To have Father-Daughter Day with a trip to the Maine Diner. To gossip with my mom over a glass of wine. To see four of my very best girlfriends. To take numerous rides in Dad's Mustang...

I am so overwhelmed (in the best way) by the incredible response to the launch of my new website! You all have been unbelievably positive and kind, and I'm beyond thankful for your enthusiastic feedback. The calls, emails, Tweets, and Facebook shares of support have left me smiling all week long. Speaking of Facebook, today is the last day to enter the contest to win a free two-hour photoshoot! Just in case you missed Wednesday's entry, here's how you enter: 1) Go to my new Facebook page here. 2) Like it! 3) Write on the wall with a) your favorite ice cream flavor and b) a photo you love on the new website. I'm picking the winner tonight at 6:30! Yay! And since no blog entry is complete without a photo, here's a picture of the most beautiful cake ever, made by Garlic My Soul for my birthday. Wishing all of you happy things (like a giant ombre cake covered in rainbow sprinkles) on a Friday!