Miri's Blog: Jam-packed with FUN

Seems like like my schedule has been jam-packed these days. I'm certainly not complaining, as all of the activities are social in nature. Cheers! Here's what I've been up to:

Spending quality time with Carly and Joiner!

I love these little angels. Lunch at Panera followed by a Sunday matinee of "Beauty and the Beast" was just the quality time we needed. It was so fun to catch up with the girls and hear all about school and what they're into these days. We cracked up when they started singing Justin Bieber songs during lunch, offering rather serious commentary that they do not like his Christmas songs because they are way too slow. The movie was amazing, with fresh animation and the same beautiful story line.

Toasting to Tate

In just a few weeks, Chrissie and Ben will be welcoming their son into the world! I was honored to host the shower for my dear friend. Chrissie has the advantage of being a pediatric nurse practitioner, all too familiar with frequent childhood ailments. She has assured me that I can speed dial her when I am in need of her expertise down the road. We enjoyed the beautiful afternoon together and are all excited to meet the little fella!

Dinner with Besties

Last Saturday night, we triple dinner dated with the Townsends and Brooks. We went to our favorite sushi place in town, where the mango rolls are to die for!! The girls and I also got to catch up for a mid-week dinner together. The last time Shannon, Whitney, and I ate at Noble's was for my rehearsal dinner!! It was so fun to be back at one of my all time favorite restaurants, dining in the very same room! Both girls work in GI and invited me to the dinner lecture on Crohn's since they know I have a strong interest in this disease. Random fact about me: When I was in college I single handedly planned, organized, and carried out a 5K race to race money for The Crohn's and Colitis Foundation. The "Kick Crohn's 5K" was a lot of fun and supported an amazing cause!

Fellowship at the Homeless Shelter

Friday night I met some Sunday school friends over at the Rescue Mission. We spent the evening in fellowship and the spirit of the Lord filled every square inch of that room. I felt so incredibly humbled to share in conversation with these wonderful men- singing together, praying together, and sharing stories of our own unique journeys. Praise God.

Barista Mir

This week's work day entertainment came in the form of a new coffee machine in the physician lounge. I spend my down time in the lounge chatting with colleagues with this week's conversations centered around this new device. Although the old Keurig was nice, the "Flavia" allows us to make coffee, espresso shots, lattes, cappuccinos, tea, tea lattes, hot cocoa, and more. My favorite combination is the "Arnold Palmer." As if I needed another excuse to love my job ;).