BABY JACK

At 9:15 on January 23, 2009 my 1st nephew John "Jack" James Inkley, IV was born! He's absolutely adorable! There's nothing better than seeing a newborn baby that less that 5 minutes old! He cried a little, but seemed more excited to just scope out his new surroundings!! We're so excited and can't wait until he goes home. Congrats to my Brother for not passing out!

John James Inkley, IV 6lbs 9 oz 21.5 inches

The first big scream

The Grandpa's

Grandpa Inkley - Jack

Grandma Inkley - Cathy

My 1st newphew

The new DaD!

Night out with Dixie

Thanks to Facebook, Dixie and I were reunited!!! We haven't seen each other in about 9 years....since we were living in the Theta house at U of I. Dixie currently works for Epic Records and was in St. Louis for a couple nights. So, of course we were going to have to get together and catch up. It was great seeing her again. She hasn't changed a bit since college and I love it! We had a blast reminiscing about old Theta days and how we even thought sequins and boas were in style....at the bar! What were we thinking??? I'm so happy she's picked up St. Louis as part of her new territory and can't wait until next time she comes in town.....should be even more interesting than last night!

So I know a lot of the pictures look alike, but I just couldn't decide:)

Birthday Dinner at Tony's

I wasn't expecting much since my parents have been so kind with giving us an amazing Wedding, Honeymoon, and Christmas. As always, they shocked me with great gifts, one being a new professional camera so I can begin my new hobby....photography! I was so grateful for everything and appreciate all they do for me! Also, my parents took the family to Tony's to celebrate the Big 32! Not only is the food amazing at Tony's, but we even had a chance to chat with Tony LaRussa! Thanks Mom & Dad for a wonderful birthday! I couldn't have asked for anything more!!

The BIG 32!!!

Thanks to Beth and Kevin and all my other great friends, I had a blast on my birthday! Everyone that I wanted there, was there! It was an amazing night and I truly appreciated everyone coming out to celebrate my 2nd anniversary of my 30th Birthday! It's amazing how just because it's a birthday, friends always have a way of making the day even more special! I love you all!

The best husband in the World!

The 2nd best husband in the World...Kevin

Sarah.... I'm not sure!

Pat & I

Durbin and Kevin...need I say more?

Rikesh, Rho, Tan, Neil and I

Beth & I

The other 2nd best husband & I....Cory

Rho & I

Durbin, Mom, Dad & Kate

Weekend in Dallas, TX

Durbin left for Military training on January 4 in Wichita Falls, TX. Since he's there for two weeks we thought we would meet up in Dallas for the weekend. It was one of the best times we've had together. We went to the Dallas World Aquarium, the Holocaust Museum, and The 6th Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza, where JFK was assassinated. We couldn't have asked for better weather and nicer people! It was a wonderful time and I was so happy to get to spend a couple days with the hubby!

In front of the 6th Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza

This is the building where Lee Harvy Oswald shot JFK. Look at the 6th floor window (2nd from the top) on the far right. You can see how it is slightly open. It is always open, 365 days a year, to commerate JFK.

The "X" marks the fatal shot to JFK

Durbin in front of what they call Dealey Plaza

Durbin & I on Elm. Right next to the "X" where JFK was shot!

Alan & I....the nicest bar owner ever....at The Public in Dallas, TX

Alan, Durbin & I

Durbin, Alan, Adam & I

Laura, Cassidy & I. Girls I met who were from STL, went to private schools and just happen to be THETA's too....small world

WHATABURGER....even better at 2am than White Castle or a Slinger

Absolutely beautiful. He looked like a stuffed animal!

HONEYMOON - 2 Weeks in Hawaii!!

As a surprise from my parents, we went to Hawaii for two weeks right after the wedding and had the most amazing time. We stayed on the Big Island at Waikoloa Resort. The weather was perfect EVERY day, the views were beautiful, and the experience was one we will never forget. We actually went to Oahu for a day to visit Pearl Harbor. There are no words to describe how you feel when you actually see the USS Arizona at the botton of the Harbor. It's definitely something that changes your views on life. We also took a day trip to drive around the island to visit various waterfalls, blacksand beaches and the only active volcano on any of the Hawaiian Islands. And of course, we did experience an authentic Hawaiian Luau! We truly appreciate the surprise Mom and Dad and love you for everything you did to make our wedding and honeymoon the most wonderful time of our lives!