Bestie’s birthday update: I was all over the place this weekend as can be shown by the following photos:

Clockwise from top left: My bestie’s dog Tilly, new ‘do, Bean looking all cute sleeping, lazy Sunday with Double D, poolside with Tory Burch flip-flops, Capital Pub & Hot Dog
Tomorrow I get to attend one of my favorite events in Des Moines, Yankee Doodle Pops. It is a combination of two of my favorite things: fireworks and the symphony. If you are in town, I highly suggest coming on out to the State Capitol grounds to enjoy this too!
Also, a special shout out to my niece, Mackenzie, who turns six tomorrow!