A Thankful Getaway

One again, this Thanksgiving we saw our golden opportunity to take advantage of the long weekend, and go on our {now annual} mini vacation to Mesquite.  Though we caught a little bit of grief skipping out on family time, it ended up being just what we needed for the two of us.  Of course, I wasn't committed to leaving Drayze for the entire four-day weekend, so take it quite literal when I say mini vacation. It was a 2.5 day, two night stay that included three facetimes to my son, countless text, and one small tear shed that last night. Despite missing our boy {probably a little too much} Zac and I were able to enjoy an incredible time together.
During this short trip we found ourselfs laughing more than we have laughed, talking deeper than we have talked, experiencing new/ unexpected things, and loving deeper than we have loved. For me, it felt like like I was dating my husband all over again. I felt silly, smitten, and new. It was amazing.
Throughout the stay we spent most all of our time in the casino playing Texas Hold 'Em, Blackjack, Roulette, Bingo {which I hit once} and in the sports book {zzzzzzz}. Between the casino we hit up the bowling alley, movie theater, and ate our weight at the seafood buffet! The old soul in us couldn't seem to subside when it came to bedtime however. We were in bed no later than midnight each night, which also meant we were up for early bird coffee at Starbucks.
We lost more money than I am willing to admit, and failed at finding our kid a souviner. {Apparently they don't sale things sufficient for a 1 year old in Nevada} We may have  also cut our Thanksgiving time rather short. But at the end of our trip, I grew an even stronger bond with my soulmate and learned to appreciated the fact that I can't go more than a day without my baby boy. It was a successful Thanksgiving weekend if you ask me.

Also, HUGE thanks to my sister Jenilee {and Tyler} for taking care of Drayze over the weekend. I couldn't have picked anyone more perfect to watch after my precious little boy. They are so good to him. He has so much fun while he is there and absolutely adores them! We have chose the best Godparents for little Drizzy! So blessed.

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Oohh the car ride!

Mesquite greeted us with this beautiful sunset

First night sleepover at "Ty Ty and Jo Jo's" house

Face Time with my boy. I look like hell, it's fine.

Something about a man at the sports book. ;)

This picture only shows half of the huge liquor store we found.

Naturally, I had to get the Marilyn Juice.. It was horrible!

We ate ourselves sick of crab and shrimp!

His best friend while mom and dad were gone.

Another Face Time Session. 

These two have the best of relationships!

Thanks so much to Jenilee taking our monster the entire weekend, we were able to actually relax and enjoy our time knowing Drayze was VERY well taken care of!