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This past weekend was my high school reunion in Las Vegas. It was so much FUN! Actually … it was way more than FUN – I can’t quite think of the right or best word to describe it. All I can come up with is “LOST and FOUND”.

It has been over 20 years since I have seen some of these girls (sadly we are no longer little girls but grown ups). As expected … there were a lot of screaming – not because there was any drama or arguments … but because of JOY and excitement. We have lost connection from each other but after this event we have FOUND new friendships – hence the LOST and FOUND.

Here are a few pictures I wanted to share from the weekend.

My roomies … we stayed at the Monte Carlo – such a beautiful hotel.

Friday night dinner at Claim Jumpers – I think we were the loudest group in the restaurant.

Saturday – main reunion event at the Palazzo. It was so nice to be in the same room as people who have the same thinking as you.

It was a collective effort to make this event a success – these are the people who helped to make it all possible.

We had great food, awesome souvenirs – including the shirts we were wearing and everyone even got a special award!

Sunday Brunch at Le Village in Paris Hotel.

It was sad to have to say goodbye to everyone on Sunday after brunch – but, we all had to get back to our families and our reality. My belly hurt so much not from over indulging in the food but from laughing so hard from all the stories. Everyone had lots to share. My throat hurt from screaming and talking so much. I still can not wipe the smile off my face – especially when I look at the photos from the weekend.

I missed being young – for a moment, I felt like I was a teen once again – re-living my high school years. But, I was also reminded of how much we all have grown.

The weekend made me realize how friendships are truly important. It doesn’t matter if our friends are far away – what matters is that we make the connection and stay connected. Social networks like facebook has made “friendships” possible with people we have lost touch with. It’s also a great way to re-connect and start new and better friendships.

This past weekend has been one of my happiest!