45 and counting!

Hi all,
Just returned from my birthday/anniversary weekend in Las Vegas. Just want you all to know that although I'm now officially 45, I'm old and grey but ready to play. And, that's exactly what I did during our stay.

We had a blast! We started the trip on Thursday night (6/26) with a delicious dinner at PF Changs.

Friday morning, marking the start of my 45th year of life, we took the opportunity to soak in some rays of the 103 degree sun. It was nice to be pool side and enjoy some ice cold sodas and water. Greg had purchased some VIP tickets to Le Reve (the show at the Wynn Hotel); we dined at the Wynn buffet (which we have both agreed is not as good as the Bellagio buffet) and then took our VIP seats at the show; these seats were accompanied with champagne and chocolate dipped strawberries. The entire package was awesome! We then wisked off to the Jay Leno show at the Mirage for a charity fundraiser benefitting the Iowa victims. Jay was a riot! He is quite comical.

Saturday we went on a little jont to Red Rock Canyon where we rock climbed for 3 1/2 hrs in the 102 degree heat. It was challenging and beautiful all at the same time (see photos). We felt like the dudes in the Cliff Hanger. A few times I didn't think we'd make it back alive. Not a good way to start the first day of my 45th year!! At the end of the day, we treated ourselves to the Bellagio buffet followed by third row tickets to the "O" show. Another spectacular production and highly recommended.

Sunday (6/29) was a lazy day of laying out, shopping and then dinner at Maggiano's -- the most delicious Italian food; this was a 3-hr ordeal and yes we ate tons. The restaurant overlooks the Wynn and the Las Vegas Strip. Don't go there without reservations.

Monday (6/30) was our 8th wedding anniversary. We slept in and hit up the Carnival buffet at the Rio; stuffing our faces once again was a great way to polish off this wonderful weekend. Trust me -- we will be hitting the gym hard this week.

I couldn't be happier as I start this 45th year; one in good health and happiness. I am blessed!
Happy trails,
Veronique