Last night we went and picked up dinner and then kept driving! I had NO idea what he had in store. I had searched online for any and all events occuring in Toledo March 21st and couldn't find anything that started after seven thirty where we could eat our dinner! The mini blizzard started up at about 7:30 so I knew we wouldn't be outside either. After about fifteen minutes of driving we ended up in Toledo's "Old West End". It's this neighborhood brimming with amazing old houses and buildings. I was simply enjoying the drive when we approached a ginormous mansion. I commented to Kent about how stunning it was and, voila, we pulled into it's drive. It was the "Mansion View" bed and breakfast! When we left Zeb with the neighbors, Kent had told them we'd be back in two hours-obviously a pre-planned deception.
The best parts of the adventure were definitely the hosts and the breakfast. The hosts, Don and Brenda, live there as volunteers--the building is a non-profit historical site (perhaps why the pricing was so decent). They were such pleasant people. They sat and chatted with us after our breakfast. Brenda is an astounding cook. The breakfast was delectable. Since we don't do coffee or tea they made us the most delicous hot chocolate from melted Ghiradelli squares. It was so rich and good. We had parfait with fresh raspberries and bluberries and then omelets with asparagus, accompanied by more fresh fruit and hashbrowns and bacon.
Definitely a fabulous and unforgettable birthday surprise! Thanks Ralph. And apparently Zeb was wonderful last night! The Dockters may have exagerrated a bit about his behavior, but it was relieving to know he didn't drive them bonkers! --thanks so much guys!
13 comments:
wow sounds like a wonderful birthday where do i get a guy like your kent?
Good job Kent!
Your breakfast looks delish! The one time Steve and I went to a bed and breakfast the food looked culinary, but was more on the meager side. Yours looks culinary and filling!
That's the coolest birthday surprise I've ever heard of!
WOW Kent! That was a great surprise ever! I'm glad you had a great birthday!
I knew he would be a great catch for someone! I'm glad it's you Leisy. You are so good together. He would never be as happy without you! You and sweet little Zeb. That was an incredible birthday surprize.
How sweet! That food looks wonderful. Ummmm, I don't know about that place though. It could totally be haunted. By that man in the picture.
I'm so glad you had such an incredible birthday surprise! Hats off to Kent for planning and pulling off such a terrific escape.
thanks kent for finding a cool place in toledo for potential future use. Happy birthday Leisy
Kent I am so impressed! Leisy I am so glad you had a good surprise with your kind of weather. Maybe Erik and I will have to give it a try!
So fun! What an amazing birthday surprise. I would definitely go for something like this for a birthday present (especially since it would mean no kids for a day :) Happy Birthday again. So glad to hear it was such a wonderful day.
Happy Birthday to you.
WOW what a place and WOW what a husband for going to all that trouble with out letting on.
I think Steve tried to keep our engagement a secret but I knew, so not sure he would ever succeed with a birthday surprise.
What an incredible place! Thanks for sharing such awesome pictures! The food pics make me hungry. What a fun birthday!
Now THAT'S a memorable birthday. Great job Kent! What good friends to watch Zeb, too. The food makes my mouth water.... yummy asparagus!!
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