Trip to California

In December, Lauri's baby brother, Steve, turned 40. His wonderful wife, Lizzy, planned a surprise party and flew Lauri and Steve's best friend Ryan (Trusty Ry) in to town as part of the surprise. Lauri arrived on Wednesday and hid out on Maama's boat for a few days. Lauri and Lizzy got together for some shopping and a mani pedi. That night, Nonnie and Pa came over for dinner. The next day, Lauri and her Mom went shopping. On Saturday, it was time to party. Lizzy had a group of Steve's close friends and family meet at a go-kart track near SFO to race. After that, we headed to the Peters' house where more friends and family surprised Steve. It was a fast, FUN trip!!!

Maama with her new wardrobe!

An emotional Steve was completely surprised! Way to go Lizzy!!!

To keep Steve from arriving early to the go-kart track (and thus, spoil the surprise), Lizzy had to fake being hungry and conned Steve in to stopping at a convenience store for some snacks. She doesn't even like Corn Nuts!

Steve beat everyone on the track - and won a kiss from the trophy girl - his wife Lizzy!

Maama, Steve, Lauri and Momo - the Peters family!

My little Lainey Lou. What a princess!

Vinny, Lainey and their duck.

My sweet little man, Vinny. I spent most of the weekend telling him "I Love You" - he would say "noooo" and I would respond with "YES I do! YES I do!" He laughed and smiled. What a sweetie!!!!

Auntie and Vinny