CABIN GETAWAY

a few months ago, we were daydreaming about a weekend getaway with a few friends here in az, and the idea of a cabin in the mountains {about an hour and twenty minutes north of us} was brought up. of course we all wanted to go, but it seemed like it was going to be one of those things you talk about but never actually put into action. until orlando decided to make it happen! he got everyone together, found an epically awesome cabin to rent online, and before i knew it, it was planned and paid for and we were really going! goodness, i love that man. he is the best!

bonus: it was planned for the weekend of my birthday, and it turned out to be one of the funnest birthdays i've ever had. 

we drove up- the drive was stunning- and our cabin was SO NICE. tons of room for the kids to run around, outdoor fire pit and games, and the weather was crisp perfection. just cool enough to feel fall-y, not too cold to actually freeze you. the husbands hiked with the kids while us mamas relaxed, the food was delicious, and the kids loved playing together for two straight days. both nights we stayed up super late playing games after the kids were asleep, and i laughed so hard i cried. i haven't laughed that hard in forever, it felt so good. i'm so glad we all pitched in to go together, it was awesome and so fun to get away for a few days. we are already talking about doing it again next year!

i wish i'd taken more pictures, but honestly, we were having way too much fun to remember!