Athens is one of my most favorite places, especially in the fall -- because that means football season! Georgia played South Carolina, and while I didn't get to stay in town for the actual game, it was a fun, quick trip back to my old stomping ground. We're fortunate to have a friend's sister who is still in school there, so we even have a wonderful, free home to stay in every time we head to Athens. Thanks, Jaime!
Saturday morning, we were up bright and early... but while everyone else was gearing up for the game, I headed back to Atlanta to help prepare for String Fling, the Center's annual fundraiser. The gala was held at the JW Marriott and despite the 11 hours spent working the event, it was a good night! "Reach for the Stars" was the theme and the evening was filled with silent and live auctions, a delicious filet and fish dinner, a mini-puppet show, and great company. We're still waiting to hear the final numbers, but I think it was a pretty successful event! (I'm just thankful it only happens once a year!)
Sunday was spent at the GA Dome watching the Falcons/Dolphins game. Andrew's high school friend, Chris Clemons, just got drafted to the Miami Dolphins, so dad generously gave us tickets to see one of his first games as a pro football player. We had great seats, but we never got to see him play! Unfortunately, he wasn't able to dress out for that particular game, so we had to settle for watching him watch the game from the sidelines. It was still a fun day with Drew and Lauren (even though it took almost an hour to find a parking spot). Thanks for the tickets, dad!
Elizabeth, me, Hilary and Kathryn
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