10.31.2011

Birthday weekend in Chicago-part 3

 Sunday was another lovely, sunny day! we truly couldn't have asked for better weather the whole time. we attended their church in the morning which was really special; nicole and i have always talked lots of theology in our friendship and it is wonderful to see where she and james worship!

after church we went into downtown Wheaton to get lunch on the patio :)


perfect day!
 that night nicole threw a triple birthday party (because she is amazing!) for me (22nd), james (19th) and her friend kristy (18th)...she had finished all these lovely crafts before hand and we got to put them all together for the fall themed festivities. they had invited several friends to come and we spent the evening eating lots of great food, laughing and celebrating!

dining room all decorated! all hanmade by nicole except the paper lanterns
whimsical candles, fresh fruit and beautiful decorations!


monday was my last day in Illinois. :( on the way to the airport, we stopped at Wheaton College so i could take a tour :) it was beautiful an colorful this time of year!


we had such a great weekend! truly, a wonderfully relaxing and experiential time :)

2 comments:

  1. Great pics - LOVED having you here, friend!

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  2. I've loved catching up on your blog...did you know that I went to Wheaton? Your pictures were like a little walk down memory lane...so fun!

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