Coming Home- Homecoming recap

Monday again?

At least this past weekend was special.

It was my Homecoming weekend at UMaine. This means a weekend with lots of friends, food and bevs.

I worked a halfy on Friday and car pooled with Nancy.

We made a couple of pit stops.

Sonic and to pick up Katelyn.

We have our priorities straight.

We checked into the classy Black Bear Inn for a weekend of mayhem in Maine.

We made/purchased a new friend along the way.

Cave Tot is his name. Partying is his game.

This little guy was a gift from Sonic.

aka it came in my happy meal.

He hung out a lot this weekend.

We started our trip in style by visiting with the girls of Pi Beta Phi.

Drinks and lots of pictures.

Then it was time to hit up 2 of the 4 bars in town.

Drinks, dances and most importantly a tot to show us a good time.

I showed off some dance moves.

Shortly after this dancing shot it was time for bed.

We had some rest and a nutrional continental breakfast for strength.

Then it was time to tailgate!

No- we didn't really watch the game. We walked around the entire parking lot multiple times to visit people. Oh and have bevs. It was nice to see everyone and meet all the new Pi Phi's. Fresh faces!

Lots of boots were worn and lots of hugs were given.

We had a nice time. Tot even met a few new faces.

There was a gathering for all the alumnae to meet the newbies.

We had a great turn out! Thanks again to Avery for being such an awesome lady!

She made all this happen. Of course with the help of the entire chapter.

After we filled up on junk food, it was time for the final round.

It was time to get ready and get fabulous.

Emily put on a miming performance for awhile.

She actually put on a few performances. Katelyn helped with this one.

We took a lot of photos.

It was basically a photo shoot for an hour before we went out.

We danced on the traditional table.

And someone took some candids of me being a tough guy.

It was another epic evening! There was a lot dancing and sweating.

See- I did do some form of exercise.

Sadly- there isn't much evidence this night existed. I assure you- it did.

We rounded the trip off with a visit to Pat's before hitting the road.

Luckily I only ordered chocolate milk because the service was pretty bad. So were the swarms of flies.

Tot still enjoyed his time there.

I had a really fantastic weekend with friends and it was the perfect way to kick off my birthday!

I always have the best time hanging with Katelyn and Nancy. You guys rocked my socks this weekend.

I can't thank you enough for "making" me go!

It was a pleasure to share a room with Kately, Nancy, Erin and Durkin.

I hope we do it again!

Now I need your help. I'm going to dedicate a post to getting freebies. Do you have any suggestions or websites you use for free samples, surveys or giftcards?

The 14 year wait is over!

The weekend is over and it's already Monday.

If you're like me, you don't have this day off.

But if you are really like me you're home sick. Blah!

I had a good weekend full of friends.

We all hung out Saturday night at Grand Canal.

Cocktails with friends are always nice.

I also saw Katie there!

We are serious babes.

Needless to say, it was a fun night and I was happy to get home and sleep.

Sunday was a lazy day full of rest before seeing Hanson!

I needed to get myself together to go meet Jillian. This included coffee and food.

I finally went to Rosie's. It smelt like heaven in there.

I had a pumpkin spice iced coffee and had to sample their brownies on the counter.

They were super delicious. I usually don't order sweet things but maybe I'd consider on my next trip in there.

There will be another.

I made it to Jillian and more importantly, we made it to Hanson at the House of Blues.

I'm a firm believe that good things come to those wait. I waited 14 years to see them in concert.

It was well worth my years of wait.

I was a serious super fan and my entire room was decked out in Hanson. I had my mother buy every single Tiger Beat magazine with them on the cover. I had books, movies and even their Christmas CD. It's still one of my favorite holiday albums.

It was so fun and a great location. The bad news was that I was super sick.

I had to stay in the back for the most part because I was getting sick every few minutes.

It was awful. I didn't want to vomit on any one's feet in the crowd so I stayed away until I felt better.

I got a second wind when they started to sing MmmBop. Yep, they sang it.

While they don't sound like 13 year old pubescent boys anymore, they are actually really awesome and chill guys.

After the show, we waited around and guess what happened to me?

Zach Hanson came out to meet people. I looked like hell and probably smelt of vomit. But- it was worth the wait. He was super nice and met with all the fans. Honestly- I didn't really say much. I had the picture snapped and it was time to retire home.

Kids- dreams do come true. After years and years I finally made it to a show. Honestly- I'd probably go to another one. They were really great and their newer music is really good stuff.

Today- I'm home sick. I am pretty much the worst sick person because:

1- I can't sit still and I do things all day long in the apt.

2- I don't sleep as much as I should.

3- I feel guilty.This is the big one for me. I could be on my death bed and I still think I should go to work. No matter what.