The girls after dinner - Johanna, Heather L., Allison, Dana, Amy, Heather C., Sara and me
The surprise of the evening is that several of the girls actually read this site! And they were quick to point out that it hasn't been updated since May. Gasp! I guess I have been too busy on Facebook. Sorry about that, folks. Here we go...
All good things must come to an end, I suppose. It's been a fun summer, and in the spirit of catching up quickly, I'm posting some pictures from the last three+ months.
In late May, my sister and I hosted a surprise birthday party in honor of my mom's 60th birthday. We had a limousine pick up Mom and several of her friends at my parents' house in Fort Worth, and then bring them to The Mansion on Turtle Creek, where we had lunch overlooking the terrace. It was a great "girls' treat" and my mom was thoroughly surprised.
All the ladies on the terrace after lunch
Right after the birthday party, I left on a business trip to Taiwan. There wasn't too much time for fun, but I did manage to go shopping and check out the exotic foods at one of Taipei's night markets. Watch out, Anthony Bourdain!
In late June, a TI colleague and friend (Valerie) from our France office came to the US for a couple of weeks. We decided her visit wouldn't be complete without a trip to Fort Worth. So we played tour guide and took her to Joe T. Garcia's, the Stockyards and The Love Shack. We also went on a guided tour of the Stockyards. As a native Fort Worth-ian, I was surprised to discover that Fort Worth has its own "mini" River Walk off Exchange Avenue. Who knew!
It was fun, yet sweltering day. Valerie even met a real cowboy who bought her a beautiful hat. Thanks, Cowboy Steve!
Posing at the world's largest honkey tonk
Laura and Valerie showing off their real Cowboy hats at The Love Shack
David and I went to Puerto Rico for a week in early July. We didn't care for San Juan that much, other than the great restaurants, but the western part of the island was beautiful and reminded us of Hawaii. The resort we stayed at in Rincon - The Horned Dorset Primavera - was beautiful, peaceful and one we'll definitely be returning to visit.
Paradise found at the Dorset's inifinity pool
Trying to get a great shot while touring one of San Juan's forts
I couldn't resist a picture of the menu at Happy Belly's, on our way to Rincon - LOL.
David chillaxin' on the Dorset's beach
In late July, I had a business trip to the south of France. Valerie kindly returned the favor and took me around. Here's a pic of me at a hidden waterfall in the Inland Riviera (near the Loupes d'Gorge, I believe.)
In early August, we took a quick trip to Huntsville, Alabama, to visit David's parents. Here we are with Fritz and Nancy, enjoying brunch at Another Broken Egg Cafe.
Shortly thereafter, I co-hosted a baby shower for a childhood friend in Fort Worth. Here are Cari and I with the expecting mother, Jenny.
I then headed to Lake Austin Spa for a few days to celebrate Kelley's 40th birthday. It was an amazing trip - I just needed a few more days to really get into the spa experience. Just kidding! It was fabulous! If anyone else wants me to go to a spa for their birthday, you know how to reach me. :-)
In my summer uniform, sipping champagne
Birthday girl Kelley and I kayaking
As you can see, it definitely wasn't a boring summer in the Steiner household. I wish I could say that was my excuse for not posting more often. Stay tuned...
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