30

This year, I turned the big 3-0.

I've never had much of an issue getting older.

And I still don't.

My 20s were awesome.

(scattered with some very low points)

but, in general - my 20s were fun, exciting, adventurous and full of love.

I couldn't even begin to list my favourite parts of the decade

because there were too many, 

but they ranged from graduating, landing first "big girl" job,

finding a career I love, watching friends and family grow and change,

marriages happen, babies born, travel, super fun birthdays,

starting life as a McGee and a massive move to London.

All of which wouldn't have happened without the love and support

of our family and friends.

Thank you to everyone for helping make

my 20s so damn fun!

Now.

30.

I'm looking forward to what my 30s have to hold...

 And if they were anything like my 20s, then I'm in for a great decade.

30 started off with the most amazing dinner at the

oh-so-exclusive Dabbous.

Ian somehow pulled off getting a reservation there

with a waiting list up to 6 months long. 

Wow - the food was absolutely delish!

We had their tasting menu, 

and every single dish was more impressive than the last.

Not only was everything incredibly flavourful and perfectly cooked,

but it was beautiful.

Each plate like a little piece of art.

...and because Ian knows me all too well,

he made sure we had two of our favourite champagnes -

Krug Rose and Ruinart.

I also was insanely spoiled by family and friends.

I truly believe that I received some of the best gifts a girl could ask for...

custom throw pillows, purse, perfume,

 watch, jewelry, makeup, Liberty scarf, clothes...

the list could truly go on and on.
Thank you!

And that was not all,

the party continued (or maybe started up again) 

on Saturday with a super fun night planned by Ian.

Rooftop drinks at Coq d'Argent

with our London friends and family.

Ian had an incredible spread of food

(more than we could have ever eaten, but we sure did try)

and bottles of Moet Ice to get us going!

Then off to Bones for a light dinner

(because we ate so much earlier)!

Last year at this time, we were just beginning to make friends.

And one year later,

I loved looking around the table to see how life has developed for us.

We have great friends and we are so thankful

because without them, London wouldn't quite be the same.

We ended the night dancing our little bums off.

I truly couldn't have asked for a better birthday.

great friends.

amazing food.

perfect gifts.

delish champagne.

tons of laughs.

much love.

And most importantly, an awesome husband for pulling it all together.

To our friends old and new, and to our family...

thank you.

Life wouldn't be the same without you.

xx

Sarah

Alissa & Nat's London visit

When we first moved to London, 

Alissa and Nat promised a visit to London...

and they made it a reality this summer.

Their first stop on their European adventure was to our little flat! 

We spent time at our our local pubs, 

trying to catch a little of the World Cup.

Made great dinners at home 

(made up for lost time!!)

and a had a few delish meals out.

We took them to our favourite Vietnamese restaurant - Song Que

which was then followed by awesome cocktails at Nola.

(recently voted one of the top 10 cocktail bars in the world)

And we couldn't miss a day in Borough Market!

Food, food, and more food - oh and let's not forget the English sparkling.

They were lucky to have had beautiful weather, so we made the most out of it.

Laid in the park overlooking Tower Bridge,

went to Columbia Flower Market and roamed East London,

window shopped on Regent Street and Old Bond Street, stopped in Liberty,

explored the British Museum and a little of Covent Garden,

and laid in our little garden soaking up a bit of the English sun.

We absolutely loved having A and N in London 

and hope they loved our city as much as we do.

We love you and miss you.

xx

the mcgees 

Perks of the job...

We had an opportunity to go to a swanky restaurant opening at

The Club at Bob Bob Ricards.

It's an amazing location that is perfectly designed.

The owner is wacky and wonderful.

The food was delish.

The Dom Perignon was flowing (and flowing and flowing)

and the people watching was perfect.

(Lily Allen was seating behind us!)

Ellie and Luke joined us for a night out on the town

and we enjoyed every minute popping around 

Mayfair, Soho and Covent Garden!

Our night ended at the famous, Ronnie Scotts.

Always the best company and always LOTS of fun.

  

xx

the mcgees