1. Tomorrow is my 26th birthday. There isn’t really anything significant about 26. One year closer to 30, I suppose. That used to sound so old, but not these days. In fact, 26 sounds so young. It’s hard to believe I’ve been married for three years and have a 1 year old. What’s even harder to believe is that by the time I reach 30 I’ll have a 5 year old. Yikes. (Image above from Tandijer Singh)
2. I’ve asked for a wide variety of things for my birthday. The Northface Venture rain jacket, a Hot Tools curling iron (yes, to curl my curls), a new blowdryer and diffuser (mine is circa 2002), and a nice umbrella stroller for Julia. All I really want is a relaxing day surrounded by my loving family.
3. We’re going to dinner with a whole mess of friends tomorrow night at one of my favorite local Italian places called Pranzo. I can’t wait to celebrate with everyone and dig into some cannoli. Sunday we’re celebrating at my parents’ house. No matter how old you are, nothing beats mom and dad’s cooking.
4. Julia starts Mother’s Day Out on August 31st. She’ll be going one day a week- every Friday. The Duke thinks it’s crazy for her to go since I stay home with her, but I know she needs this time to learn social skills. She’ll be the youngest baby in the 1 year old class, having just turned 1. I’m pretty excited for my Fridays “off”!
5. The same day that Julia starts school, the Duke and I will fly to Dallas for the Bama vs. Michigan game. These two college football legends will be facing off at Cowboys Stadium. I’ve never been to Dallas and I’m really excited. Do you have any restaurant recommendations? I definitely want to eat a steak, some BBQ and, of course, Mexican food while we’re there.
6. I’m ready for fall. Really ready. I’m over the 1000% humidity every day. October is the clearest and driest month here, so bring it on!
7. I just painted my nails with Sure Shot by Essie. I love it. It’s perfect for any season, but especially late summer/ early fall. And no, those aren’t my nails.
8. School starts for our local kiddos on the 20th. I helped a friend in her classroom at my old school this week and it made me really miss it. I keep reminding myself I have my entire life to work. Julia will only be little once.
9. In reference to number 5, I’ve scheduled a blow out at Dry Bar before the game. An SEC girl’s gotta look good, you know. I. Can. Not. Wait.
10. You may notice a new and improved look around here next week. Stay tuned for my relaunch and a fabulous giveaway celebrating YOU! 
The Duchess
10 Comments
Lindsey
August 10, 2012 at 7:05 am —
We LOVED Mi Cucina in Dallas. Yummy Mexican food! And be sure to go to Highland Village & North Park Malls! The Galleria is a nice one too, if you’re on that side of town.
Hemborgwife
August 10, 2012 at 9:03 am —
Have a great birthday and fun in Dallas, I have not been there since I was 19 but always loved it!
Erin @ Blue-Eyed Bride
August 10, 2012 at 11:02 am —
happy birthday, molly!! love you! you’ll love having julia in MDO and i know you’ll have the best time in dallas. it’s one of my favorite places.
i miss your pretty face!
Amanda
August 10, 2012 at 3:57 pm —
Happy birthday, Molly! Enjoy your weekend of celebrations. Tell the Duke to email me for blow dryer recommendations. As for your weekend in Dallas, that will be our friendship hiatus. Go Blue!
Emily
August 10, 2012 at 6:28 pm —
Happy birthday! I hit 26 this year too and it really didn’t seem all that grand haha. Just inching on up to 30. Then again the husband turned 28 so I can harass him about 30 sooner.
Kate
August 10, 2012 at 8:32 pm —
Loooooove me some Dry Bar! Last time I got a blowout was on Leighton’s birthday… nothing like a little pre-C-section salon time to make you REALLY feel like a Dallas resident
Angela
August 11, 2012 at 8:55 am —
Happy birthday to you (and Julia)! Enjoy your trip to Dallas. My hubby is a Cowboys fan and I’d love to take him there…one day. Julia is going to love MOD and making new friends.
Susan 30A EATS
August 13, 2012 at 11:44 am —
Happy Birthday! I have heard great things about Dry Bar! Enjoy!
Angie
August 14, 2012 at 6:12 pm —
Im a little jealous you have MDO. I think it would be awesome for Kal, but we have nothing. Silly I tell you! I think it will be great for J and you!!
I remind myself that as well. I am looking forward to subbing this fall!
Im WAY green with envy on the dry bar dallas trip! Ha! Obviously the football would be so fun as well, but Ive heard SUCH great things
What a wonderful weekend you have to look forward too!!!
Cant wait to see the new look!
annie
August 14, 2012 at 11:17 pm —
Happy belated birthday, Molly! I’m jealous you and your husband are headed to Dallas for the Michigan/Alabama game. They’re my two favorite teams, so I’ve wanted to go to the game ever since I heard they were playing each other!