I haven't been able to post for a while because this past semester has been sooooo busy with teaching, baby care, and planning for our cross-country move...Oh! Did I mention? Our little family is moving back to Cali!
Georgia has treated us so sweet, but now that we have the baby, we want to be close to our families. So, this will be our last spring in Georgia, and that means our last Kentucky Derby in the south.
I just love the Derby, and we're actually planning a family trip to the races when Mia's a little bit older. In the meantime, we'll be celebrating from home.
We got all dressed up in our Derby best. And hooray! Daddy's horse won!
We celebrated the win with some home-cooked shrimp etouffee and blackened catfish (recipe courtesy of the New Orleans Gumbo Shop).
And you can't have a Derby Day without a mint julep.
Cheers, friends!
~Nel
Edited May 15, 2019...
P.S. Happy Birthday, Sheri! (Mom)
Wishing you a day as special and beautiful as you are. ♡
Edited May 15, 2019...
P.S. Happy Birthday, Sheri! (Mom)
Wishing you a day as special and beautiful as you are. ♡
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ReplyDeleteNel, this looks like fun. And that was nice of all of you to dress up for the occasion. Love the pics of Mia. That shrimp dish and drinks look amazing. I was just telling your brother I can't wait to get some of your homemade cooking when you move back hehehe. ~mom
ReplyDeleteMia is super cute in those pics.
ReplyDeleteThat cocktail sure looks refreshing
and good luck on your move to Cali.
Ann
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Great post....living here in the south (Tennessee) most of my life although I was born in Calif., I have never been to the Derby and I have never had a mint julep. What am I doing wrong? haha....I prefer my SWEET TEA under the big oak tree, okay I will settle for on the deck. Loving that you get all dressed up and you look so pretty with the long dark hair and the hat. I know mom is glad you are moving back home and I really hope that you enjoyed your stay in the South and rec'd some great southern charm.
ReplyDeleteLovely post!
ReplyDeleteSweeeeeeeet Mia ...owwww she is so cute ...💕🍀💕🍀💕 love Ria
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful family. I know Sheri is happy that you will be closer to her. Mia is adorable.
ReplyDeleteGreat pictures!Mia is sooo cute and you are elegant and beautiful!
ReplyDeleteI think I could hear your mother screaming with joy all the way here in Michigan! Mia is adorable!
ReplyDeleteI know your mother is so excited. I live in GA - Kennesaw and it will miss you. Your guys are so beautiful!
ReplyDeleteI have never watched horse races in person. The sound of horse dashing must be exciting.
ReplyDeleteI am a GA resident and I am glad that you enjoyed your stay here but congrats on moving back closer to family. These are beautiful photos.
ReplyDeleteBest wishes to you Nel and family!
ReplyDeleteNel, I know that is great news for your sweet mother. She will be excited to hold that little girl of yours. You, your husband and Mia are a beautiful family. Blessings to all, xoxo, love, Susie
ReplyDeleteLovely post dear Nel !
ReplyDeleteMia is such a DELIGHT to look at :)))
Derby is always fun to watch ,the excitement and the enthusiasm on peak
how amazing to celebrate it at home through t.v
this food looks so delicious
hope you guys will move safely by the Grace of Lord
having little kids requires lots of attention and living near families makes it easy for new parents
heartiest best wishes for all new step you take dear Nel!
hugs!
Mia looks so cute in here Derby outfit. Love your hat too. I know your mom will be so happy to have you nearby.
ReplyDeleteawww this seems like a fun day for you guys! :)
ReplyDeletexoxo, rae
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What a great Derby celebration, Nel. You look darling in your hat! Mia is just the cutest and is growing up before our eyes! I'm so glad you and your family will be closer to those that love you. That's really what's important after all.
ReplyDeleteHaaaaaappy Birrrrthday!!! :-D
ReplyDelete~Jess
What a nice way to celebrate the Kentucky Derby. My mom loves horses, and she wants to go to the Kentucky Derby one day. Mia looks adorable! Happy Birthday Sheri! I hope you have a wonderful day!
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday to my dear Sheri!!
ReplyDeleteNel, this was a fun post. I love that you celebrate the Derby.
xx oo
Carla
Linda família.
ReplyDeleteA Mia está linda.
Deus abençoe todos.
bjs
love your derby outfits. so sweet. happy belated birthday to your mom.
ReplyDeleteYou have a beautiful family. Happy belated Birthday to your sweet mom.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on the win!! What a beautiful baby!!! My granddaughter is now 14 months old. Beautiful hat and outfit.
ReplyDeleteMia is adorable and a beauty just like her Mama and Grandmother! So happy that you are moving back to Cali and I know for certain you've made so many family members happy!
ReplyDeleteAn 'at home' Derby party with those you love sounds ideal. Loved the hat. What a sweet beautiful baby!
ReplyDeleteMia is so super cute!!! I'm sure your mom will be happy to have you closer again.
ReplyDeleteHappy birthday to Sheri!
Happy Birthday, Sheri....a few days late!
ReplyDeleteI love that picture of the girls dressed for the Derby!
Happy Birthday! Your daughter is so cute, I think she is only a couple months older than my son☺
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