And... We're done!

Phew!  30 days of doing something every day is exhausting.  Especially now that we're 30!  We had so much fun though, and enjoyed seeking out a few things in the city we've never done before.  Hopefully, you've enjoyed our adventures as much as we did partaking in them.  Nothing to do now but look forward to the years to come.

Day 30: Atlanta Greek Festival

Opa!

If you don't go for the culture, if you don't go for the dancing, if you don't go for the shopping, then please:  GO FOR THE FOOD!  Your mouth will thank us later.  The Atlanta Greek Festival happens once a year during the Fall and is one of the coolest ethnic festivals in the city.

The educational lecture about the Church is one of my favorite reasons for going.  Now, keep in mind, I'm a Religion nerd, but even if you're not into lectures, it's only about 20 minutes long and they answer pretty much everything you've ever wanted to know and didn't learn from My Big Fat Greek Wedding!  Local Greek dancers as young as 5 years old show off their moves and there is music throughout the Festival.  There is also an outdoor coffee shop, a beer stand, and tons of shops that are set up inside the Greek school classrooms.

But now let's get back to the food.  Dozens of Greek women bake Greek pastries to sell for all three days of the Festival.  Baklava, Kataifi and my favorite, Galaktoboureko, a custard like pastry with a sweet syrup on top.  It's a good thing you can only get all of these once a year, or I might be in trouble.  And lest we not forget the main courses...  All of the wonderful Greek dishes are served outside and there is nothing prettier than a sunset over the Cathedral.

Delicious Souvlaki

 The sun setting at the Cathedral

 Lamb on a spit

 Greek dancing!

 Inside the Cathedral

All of the gold work, mosaics, and stained glass are just breathtaking!

 Opa!

Day 29: Movie Tavern

We are lucky enough in Atlanta to have not one, but two movie theaters with dining options.  Fork and Spoon is the more high-end version in Buckhead.  Movie Tavern is the more laid back and less expensive version in Tucker.  If you're not familiar with how these types of movie theaters work, you order your food from the counter like you normally would at the concessions counter.  They give you a glow-in-the-dark number to take into the theater with you and when your food is ready, they have someone bring it to you.  It's like being lazy and eating at home while watching a movie, but with better food and the theater experience.  Saturday mornings, Movie Tavern also has a pancakes and morning movie option for kids (or adults who like kids' movies...)!  We would highly recommend going!

Day 28: Braves vs. Marlins

The season was winding down, so we went to our last Braves game of the season tonight.  It's been a really bittersweet time because they didn't make it to the Playoffs and it's Bobby Cox's last few games coaching.  He is such a part of Atlanta now and it will be really hard not seeing him on the field next season.  We still had an awesome time and hope for a great season with the new coach next year!

My boy J-Hey!

 You will be missed Bobby!

 One of the last times in the dugout.

Day 27: Dinner with Melissa and Baby Ian McFadden

One of my besties, Melissa, was in town tonight so we met up for Mexican.  I was really excited to see her and her sweet baby, Ian.  Melissa and her husband moved to Chicago awhile ago and it's always nice to get the chance to see her.  Ian is such an awesome kid and just adorable.  We enjoy getting some practice for when we have kids, too!

Ian looks very deep in thought.  Or maybe he's just tooting...

 He's going to be a great Pop one day!

 My turn!

 Navey wants Mel to taste her delicious finger!

Love her!

Day 26: Trivia at the Highlander

Tonight, like many Sunday nights, we played trivia at The Highlander.  It's sort of a dive bar pool hall, but with a really great menu.  The Food Network's Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives even featured it on a episode about awesome bar food.  Our wedding dj, Bruce, runs the trivia night at The Highlander, as well as other restaurants in Atlanta so we always have a blast (even if we don't win).  Sadly, tonight, we did not...

Day 25: Adam's 30th Birthday and a Roller Derby Bout

Adam is 30!

He opened his presents first thing.  I gave him several goodies, but I think his favorite present was the horse shirt Charlie wears on It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia.  We love this hilarious show, so Adam was pretty excited and actually wore it for the rest of the day.

Later, we went to see our friend Libby skate with her team, The Toxic Shocks.  Roller derby is such a blast and adrenaline rush.  Come check out the ARG (Atlanta Rollergirls) next season!

Kyle and Libby after the bout

 Photo ops are fun!

 Really fun!