Jillian by the Sea

Last weekend, the three of us packed up the SUV (again!) and trekked down to Mobile Bay to celebrate Bon-Bon and Papasan's 40th wedding anniversary. We stayed at the famous Marriott Grand Hotel, which is right on the waterfront. Our room looked out over the Bay. Too bad it was so cold or Jillian might have taken her first splash in the sea.

Here's Papasan relaxin' in the hotel room Saturday morning.




Saturday we ate lunch at Bucky's Birdcage Lounge there at the Hotel. Of course, Jillian got to eat, too




Martina & Aunt Ricia outside Bucky's.




After lunch, Martina and Aunt Ricia saw the opportunity for an impromptu tetherball game.




While shopping in Fairhope Saturday afternoon, Martina ran into Wanda Glenn, the lady who used to make Martina and Aunt Ricia's colorful and elaborate Azalea Trail gowns.




A few of Ms. Glenn's recent creations were in tow.




Saturday evening we celebrated Bon-Bon & Papasan's 40th anniversary at the Fairhope Inn. It was a gourmet feast to remember. Jillian was also quite excited, requiring us to eat our meal in shifts!




Sunday morning Jazz Brunch in the Dining Room.








Before leaving town on Sunday, we stopped off at Fairhope Pier so Jillian could experience of the sights, sounds, and smells of the Gulf.








A quick rest stop by the fountain and we were on the road again back to Birmingham.