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Happy Belated, Hot Mamas of the LoT!

My Mom, Stepdad and my Brother, Rob, just returned from a vacation in Hawaii, and we (my whole maternal side of the family) celebrated with a very swank Luau! My Mom had total tropical decor and we all received a lei upon arrival (leading me and my brothers to fire off "getting lei'd" jokes a'plenty, because they never get old and because we never grow up.) My Mom & her sisters (my aunts) prepared a buffet of pulled pork- hawaiian style, sweet & sour meatballs, macaroni salad & lots of other goodies. My favorite part was the tray of pineapple boats that my Mom artfully carved. We then watched her vacation videos while beautiful Hawaiian music played in the background. Ooh! we also got goodie bags filled with souveneirs!

Have I mentioned how much I love my Mom? I admire & look up to her so much! She plans the best parties & she's so thoughtful, loving and sweet. I'm getting all emotional!

I spent Saturday celebrating with my Stepmom (who I refer to as my "sister"- we're very close in age), my Dad, my paternal Grandma & my Brother, Trevor. We had the most amazing BBQ at my Dad's beach house!

Have I mentioned that I just love my family to death? My Stepmom is one of my bestest friends! Plus, I come from a line of amazing party planners!

I bought my Mom & my Stepmom a pair of super-cute Kitson shoes for their special day! I have the same pair, so now we can all match!

Hey Hades, if you happen to post or read this, my Mom went to Kaui- your home away from home! I also love & miss you!