Bridal Nail Party

Clockwise from top left: Me, Lucy, Connie, & Sophia

Sophia and we bridesmaids had our nails done yesday. This was my very first time getting a manicure and pedicure. I think it might be my last time getting them too. I just don't like having these poor ladies sitting by my feet working so hard. I can't imagine having to touch people's feet for a living. Ugh, what if the customers have feet fungus? They don't even wear gloves. Blechhh!!
But on a more positive note, dinner at a Korean Tofu place was fun. We talked about the wedding schedule, Charlton, Wesley, boyfriends in general, and all the stuff girls typically talk about when together. It was so fun. My stomach actually hurt from laughing so hard.
For example, Connie (maid of honor) is a LOT shorter than Wesley (best man), Connie said that during the rehearsal, she felt like she was on the subway when she was linked arms with him cuz his arm was so high up compared to her. haha!

Sophia's Bridal Shower

Sophia is my future sister-in-law. I'm one of her bridesmaids and was in charge of decorating her condo for the bridal shower. I think I did a pretty good job. I loved making these poof-ball things. So easy and they looked great!

I'm a lousy cook. So when something I make turns out well, it is definitely an event worth commemorating. Today, I made a Cheesy Baked Tortellini dish. I saw this recipe on the food network while at work. It was quite easy to make! Here's the recipe:

Olive oil
2 cups marinara sauce
1/3 cup mascarpone cheese
1/4 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley leaves
2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme leaves
1 pound purchased cheese tortellini
2 ounces thinly sliced smoked mozzarella
1/4 cup freshly grated ParmesanPreheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly oil an 8 by 8 by 2-inch baking dish.

Whisk the sauce, mascarpone cheese, parsley and thyme in a large bowl to blend. Cook the tortellini in a large pot of boiling salted water until just tender, about 2 minutes. Drain. Add the tortellini to the sauce and toss to coat. Transfer the tortellini mixture to the prepared baking dish. Top the mixture with the smoked mozzarella and Parmesan. Cover and bake until the sauce bubbles and the cheeses on top melt, about 30 minutes.