Monte Carlo Hotel, Las Vegas June 16-19th, 2011

My appreciation goes out to my future sister-in-law Mishell who planned an awesome  bachelorette trip to Vegas. I love Vegas! I love the lights, the glitz, entertainment and most of all the nice luxurious hotels with amazing decor. We stayed at the Monte Carlo Hotel and watched the amazing JABBAWOCKEEZ show which was filled with good music, comedy and awesome entertainment!  Our retreat also included manicures, pedicures, and a relaxing foot massage. By day, we hung out at the pool and floated around on the lazy river and at night we partied it up at two clubs, the Marquee and Club XS. Definitely had a blast with the girls! Thanks again Mishell and all the lovely ladies for joining me!

Hosted by Bunny Powell in her lovely home June 11th, 2011

My Bridal shower was such a splendid event! I enjoyed every aspect of it. I wish I could up load all the pictures. There were colorful veggie coctails in martini glasses, a fondant bow cake resembling my dress, and even a masseuse giving awesome massages in a chair!

My appreciation goes out to my matron of honor Bunny and my maid of honor Mishell ( yes I have two because both girls have been the driving force in the wedding planning process). Bunny, a long  college friend who just became a mother, opened up her lovely home for my shower. Mishell who I am so grateful to have as a future sister-in-law planned my bachelorette party and helped me so much in coordinating all the details of the wedding. My two younger bridesmaids Kangna and Lakhena are my two cousins whom I consider like my nieces, brought on that young energy and gifts of floral and cake. I was so surprised and pleased with the decor and elements of the shower. Also my two long time friends Serei and Sue kept the party going with fun bridal shower games. Those girls went all out and brought on Bridal Jeopardy! Great job ladies!

Thank you to all the ladies who attended and contributed. I am truly blessed for your presence in my life. One very special guest, who I am happy to have shared this special moment is my mother. Despite all objections to her arranged marriage requests when I was younger, my mother is happy that I followed my heart and picked the love of my life. I know now, she has taught me to be strong in my convictions and to always perservere. Love you MOM!

Venetian Hotel, Las Vegas June 3rd-6th, 2011

Channy had an entourage of 20 or so guys drinking it up, eating each other's pub mix, getting their shoes shine right before the club (inside joke haha), and relaxing by the pool.  Thank goodness no one got hurt, escorted by security, or fell asleep on the Venetian Bridge (another inside joke lol).