January 31, 2013

Open Mic Nights

Alex and his friend Matt have been performing at a local bar's open mic night for the past couple of weeks.  They play their own songs and actually sound really really good!  Can't wait for the next one!
 
Makes me want to ask for their autograph :)
 
My fav member of the band!

January 14, 2013

Playing Hookie in Portland

Instead of going to an interview that I already had two days off from school for, I decided to take my four day weekend and spend it in Portland!  I had not seen Alex's parent's new flat, so it was the perfect excuse.  The new place was beautiful with the most amazing views of the city.  Extremely yummy restaurants were all within walking distance (or within riding distance on the city car for chilly nights!)  Needless to say, I had a wonderful time and can't wait to visit again.
 
The Pearl District, where the Scheers live, used to be full of factories and warehouses, but is now the trendy place to live.  The city left this one warehouse wall up as an artsy reminder of the past.
 
Being the special child, I got to go to Tiffany & Co!  The Scheers got me a beautiful chain necklace to put my wedding rings on during residency when I can't wear them in the OR or the L & D suite.
  
Eating at a local restaurant!
  
Breakfast at the restaurant underneath their building... very convenient!
  
The living room with an amazing view of the city.
 
The dining room with a view of one of Portland's many bridges.

January 7, 2013

Nick and Mackenzie's Engagement Bash

Nick and Mackenzie had their engagement party this weekend!  Alex drove down to Cary after work on Friday and I stayed here for my interview.  I got texts all night from Alex about how amazing the food was.  It sounds like he had an amazing time and I can't wait to celebrate with the couple on their big day in November!
  
The happy couple before the party!
  
Some of the amazing grub I heard about!
  
Nick and Mackenzie getting practice cutting cakes.
  
Best buds
  
Happy engagement!  We are excited for more wedding festivities to come!!

January 5, 2013

Hahnemann University Hospital

I had my last interview today!  It was at Hahnemann Hospital so there was no traveling involved.  It was nice to interview with my own attendings and spend the day with our residents.  And best of all, I am finished!!
  
Hahnemann University Hospital