21 and Legal!!

Family Night Out

Wow, it's hard to believe I have finally reached the pinnacle of my birthday fabulousness. It has officially come and gone. Today's weather was most unfortunate: rainy and desolate. Clearly the city of Columbia is mourning the coming and going of my birthday.

It was wonderful having my family and friends come celebrate with me. Conveniently ADPi planned Parent's Weekend on my birthday weekend. This was the best opportunity for my family to come up. The weekend began with everyone enjoying a wonderful dinner at M Vista in the Vista, one of my favorite sushi restaurants. Who could say no to yummy sushi and delicious Apple-tini's? No one. Of course, Edward and I indulged in the finer things in life, such as cheap beer and a fraternity party.

The next day began with the annual trip to Groucho's. So yummy!! Then mom and I went to Party City to obtain my birthday goodies for the night, such as "happy birthday" beads and of course, my tiara. Then we made a trip to the ever popular Cupcake off of Gervais Street. The family now finally realizes why I enjoy taking trips there frequently. Following our traditional nap, we all got dressed and went to an amazing new restaurant called Pearlz, which is on Gervais Street. It is so amazing, and the seafood is to die for!!

Decided to Carry a Stool around with Me because
My Feet Hurt

Following dinner, we went to Parent's Cocktail and danced the night away until 11pm when we departed from the Zone in Williams Bryce Stadium and headed to 5 Points to ring in my birthday at midnight. Highlights of the evening include me dancing on stage alone, singing to myself into a microphone, making my own drink at Sonic, and learning how to break dance in a cocktail dress.

And finally, we finished the weekend with a wonderful brunch at IHOP, you know we gotta keep it classy. It was the perfect ending to a perfect weekend. My family is the best ever!! And I am so lucky to have them. Perhaps the best gift was finally getting my car back after 2 months of not having it.

Now onto Dance Marathon. The date is drawing nearer and nearer. I am so excited, and when February 25th-26th arrives, I will probably cry from happiness. It is an amazing event, and I cannot wait for day of to get here. That's all for now folks.

Kicking Off the New Year

Well apparently I left my many fans on the edge of their seats as my blog just dropped off the face of the earth. But never fear my adoring fans, it has returned.

When Ansley came to visit for the Bama Game!!

Yes that's right. Adventures of a Princess is going local, right into Columbia, Atlanta, and wherever else my crazy life may take me.
So, Italy. After almost 6 months have passed since my travel adventures, so much has changed. As of now, I am a Marketing and Entrepreneurship double major, and I am finishing up my minor in Russian this semester!! Thank God for that :)
I'm currently planning on expanding the painting business and finishing up school. I'm really focused on raising money for Palmetto Health Children's Hospital through Dance Marathon. I can't believe that it's almost a month away!! I have loved being on the Executive Board for the event, and I can't wait for our big event on February 2nd (DM's DJ Night @ The House).

My Junior Year Mallard Ball

So, how has Italy changed me? I am so much more independent, confident, and ready to be out of school. I have learned how truly big the world is, and I cannot wait to see where my life takes me next. But I must say, I am going to miss football games and sorority functions. And yet, somehow I know it's about time to move on to bigger and better things.

I have finally caved and gotten a Twitter...yes, I have gone to the dark side. Follow me @catherinekenimr. I can't wait to use it to do more with networking and being able to follow people from my favorite celebrities, my closest friends, and businesses I'm interested in. It should be a great year!! I can't wait to see what 2011 has in store for me. And in 10 days from now, I will officially be an adult...HAPPY 21ST BIRTHDAY TO ME!! Check back later for blog entries!!

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