Feb 13 & 14th

This weekend Andrew and I took a trip down to Virginia Beach to celebrate my mom's 50th birthday with her. We ended up taking her out to dinner at one of our favorite restaurants down there called Lynnhaven Fish House. We also bought her a cake.

Also, while we were in Virginia Beach I decided to get a banjo. It is one hobby I have been wanting to pick up. Now I have one... and for a great deal!

I also have some big news! I had an interview last week with the United States Institute of Peace-- for a Research Assistant position-- and I was offered a job. It still isn't exactly what I'm looking for (a salary position) BUT I will be working in the Academy for Conflict Resolution and Peacebuilding. It is at least a step towards what I REALLY want to do in life, which is work in Intl. Development. I am excited and anxious. I told my job just today that I am going to be leaving soon. I'm not really sure what to think quite yet, but I am excited for a change and the possibility to work towards what I want.. and not a job that has no promise for me. Wish me luck! I should be starting next week if all goes well.. and they are also going to be moving to their new office location next month, which should be interesting. If you've ever drove down 66 E to DC and got off on Constitution, it is that new clear building on the left near the Kennedy Center... woo!

Lastly, Andrew and I went to PF Changs tonight for Vday. Since we've spent a lot of money lately we wanted to keep it pretty low-key. Great dinner and glad we had a great first V-day as a married couple. Now onto school work.. blah!

My new banjo!!

No, the shirt wasn't intentional. Yes, I look country.

The writing is an inside joke... Happy 50th mom!

Casual V-day... 2011!