Lexus and Chez Nora, That's How We Roll

Fall is here! I cannot believe we've been celebrating Champagne Tuesday for about a year and a half now (that's like 8 seasons of clothes too).  Last night my Girlfriends and I sauntered over to Lexus Rivercenter to check out their local farmer's market.  Walking into the oh-so-swanky car dealership we found ourselves greated with endless bottles of wine and a plethora of fresh produce and delicious homemade (well Jean Francios made) Belgian Waffles and cheese plates.  Amy was happy with her fermented jars of kimchi, my sweet tooth was happy with the delicious waffles and fresh apples, Renie was happy talking about Napa and winning a large new bag via a silent auction and Monika was pleased to learn we would be grabbing some real food at Chez Nora later to curb her growling stomach after her second day on a new job.  Thus, Champagne Tuesday was in full effect.  We did have to call our other Aymie to wish her a happy day, after finding out she was in Diamond Seats at the Reds game without us.  We all have very sad and lonley lives, I tell you.

When we arrived at Chez Nora, we popped open two bottles of 1/2 priced Korbel and ate our 1/2 priced apps.  Tuesdays are great for special prices and discounts.  We don't complain.

People may wonder what girls do for hours upon hours of this Champagne Tuesday celebration.  What we do can be answered by what don't we do.  We've done it all, talked about it all and will live on to tell our children about it all.  I do know for certain, we are all very different and come from very different backgrounds, living in very different stages of our lives with different goals and ideas of happiness.  We are all striving to better ourselves while trying to reach our goals and find happiness in life's twists and turns.  Without these ladies I would not feel satisfied.  It's all very Jerry McGuire, they complete me. 

I know I can rely on my friends to bring out the best in me.  They call it like they see it, care how I feel about it and will tell me if my ass looks big in last years pants.  It's eight shoulders to lean on, eight ears to talk to and eight arms to fall into and hug out life's circumstances.  These women rock.

Tuesdays are my favorite night of the week. It's easy to see why.  I'm already anticipating the next one.

- Lauren