The Fabulous 50 Celebration Reunion is going so well! We are having a blast.
Debbie Kay flew in from Ft Lauderdale and Sandy is here from the Sonoma Valley. I’ve tried to make the trip special for them, since they came so far and from such interesting and beautiful places.
While we started with a bit of a heat wave, (101 degrees!) that only made the lake water even more inviting.
We’ve picnicked out on the water and watched the sunset while sipping wine that Sandy picked out for us from her wine shop back home. It’s wonderful to have a friend who loves wine and knows it well. I always learn something from her when she comes to visit.( her latest tip for a great value and high quality wine? Sbragia)
We’ve eaten lots of good food and even made a late night run to the store for fresh ingredients to make up a midnight snack to go along with our strawberry margaritas.
While the heat wave was at its worse, we spent time indoors at the movie theater and saw "Mama Mia", and had to stop at Target on the way home to buy the soundtrack, so it has been playing constantly in the background for the rest of the week.
What a perfect movie for a reunion of good friends! We definately identified with the ladies in the film.
And after the influence of the movie, I have been breaking out into spontaneous dance moves everywhere I go. And no, that is not just the margaritas and the wine making me dance, as ship captain out on the lake, I have been very responsible. 
Today we are indulging ourselves in a special treat. Sugarwing’s Aunty Rae Rae is a massage therapist and she brought her table over to my house.
I fixed a French toast brunch, then everyone is taking turns soaking in the jacuzzi and getting the best massages ever from Aunty Rae Rae.
Debbie and Sandy have been great friends since we were in 6th grade together, and even though we haven’t lived in the same state since we were in our early 20s, my time with them always feels like I just saw them the day before.
Our get togethers aren’t as often as we would like, but that makes me appreciate and cherish them even more.
So glad you’re all having a GREAT time!! Enjoy those massages…boy, I sure could use one! Gotta find someone here to do a GOOD one!
~Blessings,
Jan
Aren’t friends wonderful!
Fran
Looks like you are having a wonderful time!
What you’re all having!
I saw Mamma Mia this week and loved it too!
Victoria xx
What an amazing hostess you are! Looks like a grand time was had by all. The food looks fab too!
How fun! That’s wonderful that you all are still so close and able to celebrate together!! Here’s to ya!!
I have friends like that, too. Girlfriends are one of life’s special gifts. Have fun.
What a wonderful treat! I SO miss all of my best girlfriends from back home! I have yet to find a true friend like that up here in Kentucky and may just have to fly a couple up. I AM flying my sister up in one week and OH, I CANNOT wait! I am going to have a Queen for the Day celebration just for her and you have inspired me to make it grand.
Thanks for sharing!
Oh, it looks like such fun! makes me miss the girls i grew up with!
what a wonderful time you all had….I know you all loved every minute of it….loving the pics
Brenda
Sound like a lot of fun!! Good friends, good food… and massages!!!
Isabel
How unbelievably wonderful! You’ve taken care of every detail! Right down to the R&R of massage — your friends must feel even more special than usual after that! The guac looked yummy, and it sounds like such a good time! Enjoy!
Looks like you all are having great fun!!
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What a special time together–I’m sure your friends will never forget it! Your activities and antics sound like such a great time–and your midnight snack looks yummy (got the salsa recipe?)!
Blessings,
Stacey
Karla, are you all drinking from the fountain of youth? you are all gorgeous girls, NO ONE would ever guess that any of you are anywhere near fifty!!! honestly!!! it sounds like you are having a wonderful time and you are a perfect hostess:)
Having friends like that for so long is a treasure that can’t be bought. I can tell that you all are having a blast. The picture is so cute of you all. I bet they were tickled pink with their baskets and the special things you planned. You all stay cool and have some good old FUN!
Jean in Virginia
So much fun, wine, margarita’s, sun, Mamma Mia and a MASSAGE!!!! Rachael
oh my ,you all look adorable! What a fun time and happy birthday to all of you gals!!
I’m sooooooo jealous! Food, massage and friends?!?! Lucky for me I get my massage next week.
Smoochies,
Connie
If I don’t come here at least once a day something is missing. You always make me feel peaceful and happy.
I always enjoy those special moments with friends….Having a massage is the icing on the cake…what fun.
Hugs,
Mo :-0
it looks like you guys are having an awesome time! i’m jealous, not i’m not, i’m happy for you guys. i’m sure they are loving it too.
Awww, how wonderful! I’m living vicariously through you. You’re a great friend. Your buds are very lucky.
I saw Momma Mia in Vegas. It’s wonderful and so much fun.
~elaine~
In house massages?! Does it get any better?
Karla
What a fabulous time ya’ll are having! There’s nothing like a dip in the lake when the temps go over 100. Your time with each other is priceless and what a wonderful hostess you are! My closest of friends are in Washington D.C. and Monaco and I’m down in Texas. We have 5 years until we all start turning 50…..hmmmm….a girl’s get together on the horizon? You’re inspiring!
Happy Thursday!
~Allie
Love the Party Hats. Looks like ya’ll are having a wonderful week. Enjoy.
Hi Karla
Old friends are the best aren’t they? It looks like you’re having a great time! You went to a lot of work for them and I’m sure they appreciated it.
Hugs, Rhondi
Looks like ya’ll are having a fab time! Enjoy!
How wonderful that you’ve kept up with your childhood friends! I can’t say that; wish I could… But I’m enjoying watching you girls having a hoot of a good time!
Brenda
Your reunion looks like a real success…beautiful photos with special friends. Happy times and a massage too…can it get any better?
Looks like a good time was had by all! I would have flown far far away for a massage! Don’t you just love them? August is a grand time to celebrate birthdays. My son’s is this month. Thanks for sharing your special times and your beautiful grand baby! Hugs, Terri
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