So we went out last night-it wasn't our usual Saturday night date night. It was a party for my husband's firm. I get very excited about going to these, even before we had W and could go out any time we wanted. They really are fun. It was J's turn to get up on Sunday with the little buddy. I got up Saturday morning. We take turns on weekends. so I should've whooped it up big but for some reason I didn't. But J seemed to forget that it was his turn because he really tied one on and came back to bed after W went down for his nap and slept until 1pm. Must be nice.

So the day has been pretty much shot. Very boring. I brought the dry run of W's 1st year birthday cake over to my brother and sister-in-law. Yes, I am making it-a train. The first run was a bit sloppy but dee-licious and made with a lot of love. I asked around about where to get the cake but when I really started thinking about it, I realized I don't like store bought cakes, or wedding cakes for that matter. I am a Betty Crocker yellow cake type of girl. After the fact I went online and got some tips for making it look a tad bit neater. Betty Crocker has some good ideas for birthday cakes too. See above link.

For those who aren't as adventurous as I am, I was told that Swiss Confectionary makes good theme cakes and that Walmart at Tchopitoulas makes a simple yellow cake that baby's like.

After W wakes up from his nap we are off to Superior Grill. it's very kid friendly - loud and good. My brother must have gone out hard last night too because they called to see if we were making our usual Sunday afternoon Superior Run. He is kind of particular about his restaurants so hewasn't a fan until we turned him onto it and he had no choice one night. You can't beat the frozen top shelf margaritas. But be sure to ask for a styrofoam cup if it's not happy hour. It keeps them from melting. Just to be responsible-make sure you have a designated driver.

Then our night will be done. It doesn't bother me to eat at 5 anymore, not since we had W.

Oh, one last thing. Check in Wednesday for Mom's Wednesday wine down.