Matt's Birthday

Last week, we celebrated Matt's 31st birthday. I joked with him that he's now officially IN his thirties--he didn't really think that was funny. :)  Anyway, we had a great time celebrating what an incredible husband/father/friend Matt is. I don't know what I would do without him--he's the most fantastic man in the world. I'm so lucky that I'm his bride. :)

The day before Matt's birthday, we were both off from work so we decided to have a "family birthday celebration". The weather was amazing, so I surprised Matt and took him here...

We had so much fun! I took Will to the Dallas Zoo when he was an infant, but this time was so much more enjoyable. He really liked looking at the animals that were close to him--especially the flamingos and the fish. I think he'll like the other animals when he gets older--he just didn't really care about them on this trip since they were far away.

The Birthday Boy

My love

Hangin out with Dad

Lovin the flamingos

One of my faves

Awesome.

Lovin the fish

After our family date to the zoo, I took Matt here for lunch...

The Love Shack is one of Matt's favorite burger places, but we don't get to go there often because it's so far away. You may of heard of the owner/chef--Tim Love. He's been featured on The Food Network, and he's been on Top Chef Masters. We ate at his nicer restaurant--"The Lonesome Dove" for our anniversary a few years back, and we always enjoy his food. What a treat!!

Family Lunch Date

Hangin out by the fire

I love you Cheerios!

The next day was Matt's actual birthday. Unfortunately we both had to work, but we celebrated that night with friends. We were lucky to have my aunt come to our house to watch Will, and we had a fun date night! We started off the evening by going to a movie (True Grit), and ended the night with yummy food. I took Matt to one of his other favorite places--Eno's Pizza Tavern--and we followed it up with delicious cookie ice cream sandwiches from Pokey O's. We loved having a night on the town, and had a great time with some of our favorite friends.

Steve & Lauren

Happy Birthday!

Todd & Dana

The whole crew--we didn't get the memo about wearing white. And yes, that might be the most awkward hand-holding of all time. Perfect for the old couple of the group.

Happy Birthday, Matt! We had so much fun celebrating how great you are! Hope this is the best year yet! We love you!!