Last weekend was my birthday! I’ve never been a big birthday person, but somehow my celebrations last the course of a couple of weekends between friend and family celebrations; I am so blessed to have so many wonderful loved ones in my life. This year, all I wanted was oysters and champagne, so my Sweet Baboo planned a quick weekend getaway to Maryland’s National Harbor. He said we could do all my favourite things, including take several photoshoots for the blog.
The day came and we packed everything up, drove the drive, and found it was cold, wet, and I was really feeling down from what would be a sinus infection. Not the best for a photo shoot, or a birthday weekend! Instead of doing everything we planned, we ditched the photoshoot and stayed curled up together in our hotel room and spent time in each other’s company (not trying to be mushy, but with both of us in school and working these moments are so rare).
We stayed at the AC Hotel (by Marriott actually!). It has a clean modern design and amazingggg view of the Harbor. The Hotel has a gorgeous rooftop bar (which we unfortunately did not get to utilize between the rain and me being sick), and is situated next to The Walrus, a wonderful oyster and ale restaurant. If you ever have a chance to visit the area, I could not recommend this hotel enough! The staff was friendly and helpful, and the complimentary breakfast was outstanding.
It wasn’t the day we had planned, but it was completely perfect. He took me for oysters and champagne, and even packed on of my favourite local champagnes with cupcakes for a late night treat. I could not have asked for a better birthday- the gift of created memories is the best gift of all.
So sorry you have been sick love! I can’t wait to give you your gift! I miss you soon much!!
(sorry for all my errors, I’m doing this on my phone instead of the computer..)
xo, Shell
http://acourageousbeauty.com
My phone keeps putting ‘soon’ instead of ‘so’ 😉
You’re adorable!
I love my gift soooo much!!! I’m so glad I got to see you for a few today. Thank you babe! Hugs, Kait
Lovely hotel and photos! Happy belated birthday, Kait 😉
Thank you so much love! Hugs, Kait
Such beautiful photos!!!!! Thanks for sharing darling. Have a fabulous Monday!
Much love, Len
http://www.lenparent.com
Thank you beautiful Len!!! I hope you had a wonderful Easter weekend and that your week ahead is bright and sunny. Hugs, Kait
Happy belated birthday Kait! You look amazing in the pics would’ve never known you weren’t feeling well.
You’re too sweet! These are sick and makeup free- we’re all our own worst critic though. Happy Easter! Hugs, Kait
Lovely photos! Happy belated birthday 🙂
Blessings,
Edye // Gracefulcoffee
Thanks gorgeous!!! Hugs, Kait
The National Harbor is amazing! I’m about 40 mins away so next time, when it’s better weather, let’s all go! Ride the Ferris wheel (using groupon of course, bc it’s absurdly expensive without it haha), go to the dueling piano bar and take pictures!
Xoxo
You’re birthday was probably exactly what you both needed.
Em
Yessssss! Except for the Ferris Wheel, those scare the living daylights out of me!!! I hope you have a great Easter love. Hugs, Kait
Happy belated birthday! Hope you had a wonderful time, the hotel looks amazing!
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Thank you love! It ended up being great. Hugs, Kait
Looks like you had a wonderful time. I love going to the National Harbor as well. Is so beautiful especially in the night.
Love this post, thanks for sharing babe!
Happy Friday!
Xox, Raysa
It’s always a great time! We have so many blogger babes in the area, it would be the perfect place for a blogger meetup! Happy Weekend love gorgeous! Hugs, Kait
Lovely!!
I hope you had a fabulous birthday 🙂
xx Kasey
kasestyles.com
I did! Thank you love. Hugs, Kait
Aww Kait, I had no idea it was your birthday. Happy Belated birthday! So sorry you weren’t feeling well but it’s great that you and the hubs got to spend quality time together. I am currently on antibiotics for a sinus infection – I guess it’s that time of year! I hope you’re feeling much better. Xoxo -gail
Awww thank you gorgeous. Ugh we’re in the same boat- I hope you feel better as well! Hugs, Kait
Happy belated birthday Kait Elizabeth! I’m so glad you got to spend time with loved ones and enjoyed yourself!
xx Belle
Thank you Belle! You are so sweet. Hugs, Kait
The view at the hotel is gorgeous! It would certainly make laying in bed recovering worth while with a view like that 🙂
Hope you are feeling better and that you had a very happy birthday!
xoxo, Jenna
Boston Chic Party
It really did make it a lot better! I am, and thank you so much love! Hugs, Kait
Way to make lemonade out of lemons! Sometimes you have to make the most out of unexpected happenings! You are amazing. A similar thing happened to us with our san fran getaway…. I was like omg! LOL Your hotel looked LOVELY. I hope you are feeling better my dear!
You are absolutely right! All that really matters is you are with the one you love. The antibiotics are finally kicking in, and I’m getting my act together. You are the sweetest love! Hugs, Kait
Sounds like you had an amazing birthday weekend! Looks like my perfect trip too – oysters and champagne!
xo Annie
http://www.laircake.com
You can never go wrong with the two! Hugs, Kait
You are the CUTEST! So glad you had a wonderful birthday! Oysters and champagne are all I need too and will be treating myself as soon as this baby is out! 🙂 xoxo
Jen | MrsJenFrick.com
There is just something magical about the combo! Speaking of the cutest, that would be you with your little bump!!! I can’t wait to see more styling in the future. Btw be on the lookout for a DM from me. Hugs, Kait
Sounds like such a fun weekend! So romantic too!! Glad you had a great birthday full of champagne! xx
Lauren
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Thank love! You can never go wrong with birthday champagne. Hugs, Kait
Happy Birthday Kait! Hope you had an amazing day xoxo http://www.the-over-exposed.com
Thanks gorgeous! I had a wonderful day. Hugs, Kait
Oh it sounds wonderful, even though you weren’t feeling well and the weather was not perfect. At least you were able to spend quality time with your sweet man. And it is so nice of him to bring your favourite champagne! It’s these memories that really count. Happy belated Birthday!
~Lili
http://www.thefashionsalt.com
Memories and time together are definitely the most important par of any life occasion! Thank you so much love. I hope you are ready for the weekend! Hugs, Kait
What a lovely place!
Florals&Smiles
It was gorgeous! Hugs, Kait
So fun! I have always wanted to travel up there to check that out since its not ridiculously far from where I live. Looks like a great way to spend your birthday 🙂
Erica
http://www.pumpsandpushups.com
It’s a great little place to get away! They have amazing resturants, good shopping, and the best events in the summer. Hugs, Kait
I’m glad you enjoyed your birthday. I love champagne!
xo Yvonne
http://www.aproposh.com
Thank you gorgeous! Me too! Hugs, Kait
Belated yet most sincere happy birthday dear! I wish you all the best 🙂
I am so glad you had such beautiful moments!
xx
Stella
http://www.stellaasteria.com
Awww thank you so much gorgeous babe!!! Hugs, Kait
happy belated birthday!! looks like a wonderful time! Hope your birthday was amazing!
XO JNESS
JenessaSheffield.com
Thank you love! It was definitely memorable. Hugs, Kait
Yay for swanky birthdays with champagne and hotel stays! Love this, lady- happy belated birthday!
-Ashley
Le Stylo Rouge
Thank you! Aren’t those the best birthdays?? Hugs, Kait
I am glad you didn’t let the sinus infection ruin your b-day getaway!! The pictures of the hotel are amazing, very clean and modern lines. But I could not help but notice those tennis shoes you have on; leopard print, so fab. Do you mind sharing where you got them from? xo, Emily
http://bailylamb.com
I’m so glad too!!! It turned out amazing with how the weekend went. They are Adidas and I purchased them on Asos, at the end of the post there is a direct link to them. Thank you love! Hugs, Kait
Happy Birthday Beautiful!!!
Thank you love!! Hugs, Kait
Happy belated birthday! Seems like you had a wonderful time and the pictures are gorgeous!
xo
http://www.carinavardie.com
Thank you love!! It was a splendid weekend. Hugs, Kait