A Bon Voyage Party

My sister Bethany and her friend Michelle are headed off on a European adventure! They leave this Tuesday and will be traveling for two-and-a-half months! I have to admit, I'm pretty jealous. But jealousy aside, on Sunday, Brian and I hosted a going-away party, thrown by Bethany's boyfriend Josh.Michelle and Bethany

Brian manning the grill!

It was a beautiful day for a BBQ!As always, there was plenty of food!Wickey photo op:Mom and dad are sure going to miss their little girl!

Me, most likely being the bossy host that I am. . .

"World Travel, for Dummies"

Just Kidding!

Michelle and Bethany sharing their tentative itinerary with us, because as you know, when you travel abroad, plans are ALWAYS subject to change!

Depart August 18th

Portland to Chicago, Chicago to London, London to Istanbul, Turkey

Turkey and Greece

August 28th

Greece to Budapest, Hungary

Hungary, Austria, Germany, France and Spain

Mediterranean Cruise, depart from Barcelona, Spain

Malta, Italy, France and back to Spain

Sept. 28th - Spain to Scotland

October 11th - Scotland to Ireland

October 25th - Depart Ireland

Ireland to London

October 26th - London to Fort Worth, Texas

Texas to PORTLAND!!

PHEW! What a trip!

Some of the girls' old co-workers stopped by to wish them well!

We ended the night with S'mores around the fire pit and lots and lots of hugs as we said our good-byes!

SAFE TRAVELS GIRLS, WE LOVE YOU!!

And bring me back something cool! ;)