I'm back from Illinois!!!

I have just returned from a weekend enjoying the charm and splendor of the wonderful Mid-west. It was chilly, the tree leaves have changed colors, and it was wedding reception fever. My dear friend Jana eloped a month ago in Jamaca and this weekend she had her reception with family and friends. 6 of the gals from AZ flew to Illinois to represent Jana's two wonderful years here with us... and you would have been proud of us. we were loud and crazy and danced the night away! It was a blast. Nicole, Ashley, Jeannette, Joni, Meredith and I got to spend friday night with Jana having a faux-bachelorette party and then saturday evening was the reception. It was a short weekend, but an awesome one.

Some tidbits about the trip:
> When packing in 108 degree Arizona, it is hard to fathom what 62 degrees feels like... but it is cold so bring a jacket not just a sweater.
> When you put this group of 6 girls together, it gets loud, crazy, and really fun!!
> Jana is a wonderful wife and mother... it was so amazing to see her with Scott and her step-son Trent. Made me a little misty
> Fact: a night after dancing your butt off leaves you rather sore... so sleeping sitting up in a tiny plane makes it much worse.
> Fact: Jana's mom knows how to throw an awesome party!!!

Enjoy some pictures
We look hot!!












Our table was right next to the dance floor... for easy access. We were the first ones there whent he music started.










Jana and I











Our awesome rental car - 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse... $7 well spent for extreme sexiness!