Lauren is 21

lauren drinks

These napkins are for adults only

These napkins are for adults only

We celebrated Lauren’s 21st birthday with the traditional fancy drink and merriment in the desert.  Lindsey flew out from DC and joined Eva, Stephanie and me for fun in the sun and a little down time with the girls.  Cheers Lauren!

The Marriott resort in Palm Desert is a quick getaway from San Diego...but we weren't prepared for the heat. 114 in the daytime; 99 in the evening.

The Marriott resort in Palm Desert is a quick getaway from San Diego…but we weren’t prepared for the heat. 114 in the daytime; 99 in the evening.

How to choose a drink? Lindsey recommends matching your manicure

 

Depending on the age of those invited, Girls’ weekends can run the gamut from tattoos to spray tans.  We opted for make-overs, mani-pedi’s and time at the pool.

It took me awhile to figure this out...Jimmy Buffet fans will get it instantly

It took me awhile to figure this out…Jimmy Buffet fans will get it instantly

When your condo comes with a fireplace, you simply must turn it on. No matter that it's 114 degrees outside. The AC keeps us at a cool 70.

When your condo comes with a fireplace, you simply must turn it on. No matter that it’s 114 degrees outside. The AC keeps us at a cool 70.

The make-up counter at Sephora. It's amazing how much you'll spend to look just a tad bit younger and refreshed

The make-up counter at Sephora. It’s amazing how much you’ll spend to look just a tad bit younger and refreshed

The Yard House restaurant knows what works on Instagram. Great dessert and even better lighting

The Yard House restaurant knows what works on Instagram. Great dessert and even better lighting

Our last stop of the weekend? Cabazon Outlets. Loft, Kate, Ruby's and the Eagle.

Our last stop of the weekend? Cabazon Outlets. Loft, Kate, Ruby’s and the Eagle.