I got home from DC pretty late last night and didn't have a chance to look through the few photos I took with my camera. These from the reception, however, are too good not to share immediately. As you can see, a good time was had by all.

 

 

 

I was so excited when Jigsaw London asked me to represent Virginia in their fun summer campaign this year.  They're following bloggers around the country, getting insider details on the best places to stay, eat, shop, and go out. I decided to stick with what I know best--Roanoke and Charlottesville. They aren't big cities by any means, but I love them.

You can check out my recommendations right here.

  

  

Where do you live? What are your favorite spots there?

I spent the weekend at home, taking the jet ski out for the first time all year. After helping to clear some of a huge tree that fell in our yard on Thursday, I rode by myself to Bridgewater Plaza on Saturday afternoon to meet some friends for lunch. Being on the water was so fun, and boating to any meal always makes it ten times better.

On Saturday night there were Old Fashioneds mixed and steaks grilled for neighbors who spent the day in the yard helping, and we slept in on Sunday and took it really easy. My family watched a movie alongside a dinner of pasta with Italian sausages (my dad's favorite pastime and favorite meal) in celebration of Father's Day.

These almost-summer days are just really good.