Recently we had the 1st ever Mehaffey-Howell Reunion, in the big peach. I knew it was quite important to squeeze one visit in with each other before busy season begins, or we wouldn't be able to see each other till April, and that just wouldn't cut it. The Mehaffeys arrived late on a Friday evening. Of course we had to hit up the Marietta diner. None of us had eaten dinner yet, so this time we actually hit up another portion of the menu, besides the dessert. Their menu is quite extensive so we had quite a time deciding on what to get. Of course we also got dessert... but we had to take it home since we were so full!
On Saturday morning we headed to the MARTA. What an interesting ride. There was some crazy talking all kinds of racial stuff sitting behind us. Thankfully our stop wasn't too far away. We went and hit up the Lenox Macy's. I was tempted to check out the Flying Pigs ride... but I don't think I convinced anyone else. Oh well. We even got to see the pretty legit Macy's Santa. We considered taking a picture with him, but the cheapest package was $28!!!
After Macy's we headed over to the CNN building for lunch. Inside there was a Hawks mascot that was absolutely crazy! We made sure to grab a table within viewing distance of him jumping out and scaring the bypassers and pecking at peoples heads. He came running towards me one time then fell straight on his face. It was hilarious. After CNN, we headed over to Atlanta's Centennial Park for some outdoor iceskating. Unfortunately it was covered, so it didn't feel very much like we were outdoors. It was a bit of fun, though I'm sure it would have been better if there weren't soooo many people there. I'm not an awesome skater, but I was pretty sure I could keep myself from falling... my biggest threat to that were all the people falling down in front of me or cutting me off abruptly. Even with that, I somehow managed to make it through the skating without falling. Aaron too. Impressive.
Later that night, after a much need though not long enough nap, we headed out to try a new Hibachi Grill. It seems to be a tradition. 2008 Mehaffey-Howell Christmas Extravaganza
And of course we drove back to the Centinnial Park to check out the Christmas lights at night and the beautiful tree. Unfortunately we were crazy cold... and tired... so not much more than that happened. We finally ended up back in our warm apartment, cozy on the couch watching some good 'ole HP. and I fell asleep. Imagine that.
We are so happy that Brad and Mindy were able to come visit. I can't wait to see them again, hopefully soon.
We did a lot of hanging out and waiting on the MARTA. Since it was the weekend, the trains only run every 20 mins or so... and we seemed to have horrible timing... It wouldn't have been so bad if it wasn't soooo cold!
Ice skating at Centennial Park!
Hanging out in the CNN building.
On Saturday morning we headed to the MARTA. What an interesting ride. There was some crazy talking all kinds of racial stuff sitting behind us. Thankfully our stop wasn't too far away. We went and hit up the Lenox Macy's. I was tempted to check out the Flying Pigs ride... but I don't think I convinced anyone else. Oh well. We even got to see the pretty legit Macy's Santa. We considered taking a picture with him, but the cheapest package was $28!!!
After Macy's we headed over to the CNN building for lunch. Inside there was a Hawks mascot that was absolutely crazy! We made sure to grab a table within viewing distance of him jumping out and scaring the bypassers and pecking at peoples heads. He came running towards me one time then fell straight on his face. It was hilarious. After CNN, we headed over to Atlanta's Centennial Park for some outdoor iceskating. Unfortunately it was covered, so it didn't feel very much like we were outdoors. It was a bit of fun, though I'm sure it would have been better if there weren't soooo many people there. I'm not an awesome skater, but I was pretty sure I could keep myself from falling... my biggest threat to that were all the people falling down in front of me or cutting me off abruptly. Even with that, I somehow managed to make it through the skating without falling. Aaron too. Impressive.
Later that night, after a much need though not long enough nap, we headed out to try a new Hibachi Grill. It seems to be a tradition. 2008 Mehaffey-Howell Christmas Extravaganza
And of course we drove back to the Centinnial Park to check out the Christmas lights at night and the beautiful tree. Unfortunately we were crazy cold... and tired... so not much more than that happened. We finally ended up back in our warm apartment, cozy on the couch watching some good 'ole HP. and I fell asleep. Imagine that.
We are so happy that Brad and Mindy were able to come visit. I can't wait to see them again, hopefully soon.
We did a lot of hanging out and waiting on the MARTA. Since it was the weekend, the trains only run every 20 mins or so... and we seemed to have horrible timing... It wouldn't have been so bad if it wasn't soooo cold!
Ice skating at Centennial Park!
Hanging out in the CNN building.
