I have a love/hate relationship with the beach. Over the weekend I somehow managed to escape the . . . "event" for awhile with a trip to the beach, and I'm pleased to say it was definitely a loving moment.

A few of us went to celebrate Jeanna's birthday. The weather was PERFECT - sunny, but not too hot, with a nice breeze. The company was great. I was at peace. I was away from everything else and I didn't have to think about it for a few hours. What a nice little getaway.

After leaving the beach we decided to explore the downtown of Saint Joseph. Oh my gosh, SO CUTE! I was introduced to Kilwin's ice cream. If you ever go there, you HAVE to try the Toasted Coconut flavor. It's heaven in a waffle cone.

It was such a fun afternoon!! Thank you, Jeanna, and happy birthday!!

Jeanna the Birthday Girl, Lindsay from Nebraska, Stephen the Marathon Runner, Andrew, me, Jen took the pic, and there were a couple other guys who were gone by this point.

Andrew and Stephen being silly boys

Andrew and Jen with her cute new dress!

Andrew trying out Laura's (how did I not get a picture of Laura?!) fun rockin' beach chair.

Exploring downtown with my new bag (thank you Shop-Ko!)

a) what is an "Indiana Style" hot dog and b) why would you want it???

Yah, I have issues because I am such a slow eater. This is why I never get cones.