MINI THANKSGIVING X 2.

Oooohhh...Monday, Monday.

Who is ready for a short work week with an amazing holiday towards the end of it?

I can't even think about eating another Thanksgiving meal at the moment because this past weekend I had two Thanksgiving celebrations already. My stomach isn't feeling so hot and later tonight I have a feeling my legs won't either because I have a hot date with Mr. Treadmill.

On Saturday, we celebrated my niece's (step-niece if you want to get technical or if some of you are confused) birthday, and it was also our first Thanksgiving meal with my step mom's side of the family. Since I haven't fully recovered from our Friendsgiving yesterday, that post will be tomorrow.

Mara turned 8 and if you've seen me post pictures of her before, you'd know she has gotten so big and it is crazy how much of a young lady she is now!

Look at the cake my stepmom made...it was adorable.

{my stepsister Mandy, her husband Sean, Mara, Lia, and Brady..they are the cutest.}

Here are some other pictures from the day...
Billy is always a big hit with the kids and that makes my heart happy. ;)

karaoke sessions are a must...

{don't worry-the glasses are fake}

 a pink guitar is a really good look for Billy, no?

{adorable little Jude}

We watched the Buckeyes stay undefeated with a big win over Wisconsin!! The game was intense!

{speaking of-it's I hate Michigan WEEK! Lets Go Bucks!}

 {Mara holding up the sweater we got her}

I was in charge of bringing an appetizer to the party and I chose to make this recipe for pizza rolls {a detailed post to come later}. They were so good and were gone quickly! Perfect for kids and adults.

Oh, and my step-sister Mandy made the most amazing holiday cocktail that I thought I would share with you guys. It would be perfect for Thanksgiving or Christmas, or just to have with girlfriends on the weekends!

Cranberry Holiday Cocktail:

All equal parts of:

+Grapefruit vodka

+Champagne

+Cranberry juice

+Black cherry juice

Frozen cranberries on top. 

This drink is delicious and so refreshing!

I'm looking forward to having it again, but not for at least a couple weeks, this girl needs a break. ;)

1st annual Friendsgiving details to come tomorrow.....

How did you spend your weekend?

happy short week!