Tuesday, November 17, 2015

Der's Dirty Thirty

*If your confused about the new name, you can read here for the story behind the change*

My husband is 30 years old - I can't believe it (I guess it's hard to believe since he's got a few years on me and that milestone won't be coming around for me for a bit longer).  We've basically been celebrating since November started - his actual birthday was on the fourth.  The two of us celebrated in Dallas, we had a nice family dinner on the big day and this past weekend we got a bunch of our friends together for the final celebration.

Celebrating on Derek's actual birthday.  I eat ice cream cake once a year - on Derek's birthday.  He's not a big cake person but LOVES ice cream cake.  I usually look forward to the delicious frosting and things like that but hey, it's his day.

On Saturday we got a big bunch of our friends together to celebrate Derek in the city.  We had a full house with about seven people staying over - which made for a fun after party and many other friends met us out.  I did a terrible job at getting a group photo but 15/22 isn't that bad, right?!  Of course I focused more on the ladies and less on grabbing some shots of Derek and the men - next time.

We started off the night at one of our favorite sports bars - Fox and Hound before heading over to Lucky Strike for a few hours of bowling, drinks and enjoying being together.  (Bowling is Derek's favorite).  It was a great night, a fun celebration and always such a fantastic time getting so many of our friends together.




While we had our group of friends in town we celebrated "Friendsgiving" as well.  We've been trying to get this together for years and finally made it happen - more on that another day.


24 comments:

  1. Celebrating a big birthday, plus a Friendsgiving? Could the weekend have been more perfect? :)

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  2. Happy birthday again to Derek! It sounds like the best weekend. Lots of celebrating and friends! Loving all your decorations!

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  3. yay for celebrations! i love bowling and don't do it enough. it's always fun to see people just get goofy and have fun. glad you enjoyed that ice cream cake too! :)

    xoxo cheshire kat

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  4. It looks like y'all had the best time celebrating Derek's big 3-0! My husband would love to actually celebrate his birthday all month long since he talks about doing that every year. It's always so much fun when people stay over and you get to play hostess some more! Can't wait to hear more about Friendsgiving!

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  5. Looks like such an amazing celebration!! I think bowling is such a fun idea!! Great job putting together a fun night for him! xo, Biana -BlovedBoston

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  6. Looks like you all had a great time! I'm glad!! I haven't been bowling in ages, and ice cream cake is the best. I'm also 35 and turning 30 isn't that bad!! Life gets better after 30. :-) Anyways, fun pictures and that green Lush tunic looks great on you!! :-)

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  7. I didn't get to tell you yesterday but I am loving the new blog name - I will admit I was a little confused but I think it is a good fit! Looks like the weekend was fun too - we are having our friendsgiving this coming weekend and I cannot wait!

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  8. Happy 30th Birthday to your husband! Brandon is turning 30 in two weeks, so we are going to celebrate in NYC! :)

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  9. What a fun celebration for your hubby! And love that you guys have basically been celebrating since November started, that's the way to do it! <3, Pamela Sequins & Sea Breezes

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  10. What a fun party for the Hubs!! It's unusual - at least for me - that a guy celebrates his birthday for a whole month. I thought only women, especially me, did that! Ha!

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  11. Such a fun night!!! Happy 30th to your husband! And I totally request an ice cream cake every year, too - they're my favorite! ;)

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  12. Looks like a great time! Happy birthday, Derek!

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  13. Such a fun celebration for the birthday boy! And loving your blue swing dress and statement necklace at the bowling alley - so pretty <3

    Green Fashionista

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  14. I love Lucky Strike!! It's always a fun time!! This looks like a blast!! =) Happy Birthday to your husband! =)

    Melanie | Blog: Toots + Dill

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  15. Just noticed that name was different, I love it! It's crazy how much is documented through blogs and how you grow and change with it!

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  16. Wow - love all of the celebrating y'all did!! My husband turns 30 early next year, so I miiiight just have to steal the "cheers and beers" sign idea!

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  17. We love bowling and I haven't been in ages! You're making me wanna plan a date night. :o)

    And I can't wait to see how your Friendsgiving was!

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  18. So much fun!! Looks like y'all started off Derek's 30th year with a bang!

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  19. Awe, happy belated birthday to the hubs! Glad you guys had lots of celebrations and so much fun!

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  20. I love your hair and outfit.. you even coordinate with the bowling alley LOL perfect for pics! Happy belated birthday to Derek, looks like you guys had so much fun =)

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  21. Sounds like a fun night out with friends! Like your necklace and the color of your top.

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  22. Blue is sooo your color. You're beautiful! Also my hubbys 30th is on Sunday! Happy bday to yours :)

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  23. I love our outfit! That dress is so pretty. Happy birthday to Derek!

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  24. Awe, what a cute table set up. Looks like he rang in 30 with a fun crowd.

    Kaitlyn @ kaitlyn-danielle.blogspot.com

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