The Traveling Times of the Torri Family: Night Away

During Chris' semester break we were able to arrange a night away. We were also luck to be able to get a night out. Monica came and watched the boys until Patty arrived to take Liam for the weekend. He loves his sleep overs at her house. We are so blessed to have so many wonderful people in our lives that are willing to help us. One of Chris' classmates won a catered party for 100 at Howl at the Moon in downtown San Antonio. We were super excited to hang out with friends on the first night of semester break. I loved all time we got to spend with each of them. Chris was off mingling with his buds, while I chatted it up with the girls. I made myself some new friends. I am excited to watch our friendships flourish over the next year. Thanks Crystal for a great night!

Crystal, Michelle and I! Chris ordered us all a fruity drink!

The next day we woke up to only one child. It was weird having just Elias. Liam was off at Patty's lake house. Yes, I know Liam always gets to go to the lake house! One special kid! After Eli's morning nap we loaded up the car and dropped him off at Blaire and Seamus' for the night. I knew he would love it since his most favorite dog would be there. It amazes me the love that Eli and Leonidas have for each other. We were on the road early. We decided to do some shopping before checking into the hotel. Chris got a few new shirts and we found shoes and stuff for the boys. It was a success. Once we checked in we headed to the room, dropped our bags and went to the pool. I was excited for some sun and relaxation. We scoped out some spots and settled in! It was great. just sitting there, doing nothing. I read my book and talked with Chris. It was great.

At the pool!!!!

We ordered some drinks. Look at how nice that pool looks!

Enjoying time together.

Later that afternoon, our dear friends the Zimmer's joined us poolside. We talked and laughed. We also people watched. That is always my favorite thing to do. We ordered lots of food and relaxed. We loved having them with us.

Kristen and I poolside

After dinner and some more time poolside, we decided dessert was in order. So off to the cheesecake factory for us! As usual, it did not disappoint!

The next morning was quite lazy. It was amazing. We woke on our own time and then just laid in bed while watching TV. This is quite the treat since we a) don't have a TV in our room and b) don't have cable. Surprisingly, it is almost always hard for us to find something to watch. We usually end up on sports or a cooking show. After some laying around, we headed down to breakfast and to finish our day by the pool!