Birthday Fun and Bridal Brunch

This has been the week that wouldn't end. I planned on writing a post last Sunday but that didn't happen. I was sure I would have time during the week but I was definitely wrong! It was a long week at school and a long week at home. Trying to get my dad organized for his taxes his more stressful than preparing my 4th graders for our state writing test!

Last weekend JO and I celebrated my birthday with a night out. Our first stop took us to Alibi at the Liberty Hotel. Yes, I was there just a week before but I couldn't resist. After drinks we walked over to The Grotto. I absolutely cannot say enough about this restaurant. Everything from the atmosphere, to the service, to the food is impeccable. It's one of those restaurants where going to the restaurant is as much of an experience as the food is. It was great to spend my birthday in a place that represents the best things the city has to offer. On our cab ride home we talked about how lucky we are to live where we do. If we lived somewhere else it might be a production to come into the city for a birthday dinner but for us it's just another night out.

On Sunday I got up a lot earlier than I normally do to go the Brides of Distinction Bridal Brunch at the Omni Parker Hotel. I had seen this event advertised the last time we were at the Omni Parker. Since I will probably never have another chance to eat in the rooftop ballroom I jumped at the chance. The event was so much fun and featured table decorations for all four seasons. It was really fun to see all of the different centerpieces even though some of them were a bit much. There was also a Priscilla's of Boston fashion show and 20 different cakes to taste.


I loved these colors together


I didn't get a great picture of this one but it was really pretty

JO would love this one


That fruit cup was way better than it had any right to be


This was the centerpiece at our table. It was very pretty but a bit too much


My favorite cake!