Shaw's Birthday

We had such a lovely time celebrating Shaw's 29th birthday!  We started off with Shaw's family at Harry's Country Club, which is known for its Scotch selection.  

Here is Shaw selecting Scotch flights for both him and his parents. 

I then surprised him with a stay at our favorite B&B, The Southmoreland on the Plaza, staying in the Winstead Room (yes, after the restaurant!)  Thanks mom and dad for taking the girlies!  

Our beautiful little patio. 

We checked in after Harry's, in time to spend about an hour enjoying the Bed and Breakfast, and indulging in the cookies and drinks they offer in the evening.

Then off to a late snack of fresh oysters on the outside patio of McCormick and Schmick's on the plaza.  We hit the jackpot with an outside couch right overlooking the street musicians on a FABULOUS evening. 

Then, we walked around Westport, walking by some new restaurants that we would like to try sometime.  Grabbed some super cheap pizza (thanks Frontflip!) at Joe's pizza, then off to a VERY late movie (Edge of Tomorrow - the new Tom Cruise movie) at the CInemark. 

The Southmoreland has the MOST AMAZING breakfast ever.  It started with oatmeal with fruit and honey.

Then, an amazing pavlova with whipped cream and berries. 

Followed by eggs benedict.  The ham was shaved very thin.  I was super full by this time (and eggs benedict is not my favorite) so Shaw ate most of mine.  We were full for the rest of the day I think!

We then stopped at some firework stands and headed home to pack for St. Louis, then off to my in-law's for the 4th of July/Shaw's bday party!

Lots of delicious meats and cheeses! (My parents dropped the girls off at my in-law's house on their way to St. Louis)

Shaw is the master of the firework ceremonies. 

Little observers.

Monica LOVING Shaw's birthday presents.  Dan made an amazing fire work rack as well as a prep table for the grill, complete with beer holders.

Later, we woke up the girls, piled them in the big wagon and watched the corporate woods fireworks,  a mere 2 minute walk from my in-law's.  What a lovely celebration!  

The next day we left bright and early for St. Louis for the Rielley family reunion weekend.  Whew!