Look who came to visit me today! 
My little sister, Lexie, and my stepmom, Janelle! They came up from Tampa for the day to see my new apartment and take me out for a birthday lunch (I told you it’s birthday week!)
We planned on going to Seasons 52, but we forgot to make a reservation, and the wait was way too long. Instead of waiting, we headed next door to Timpano!
Timpano is an Italian Chop House with four locations in Florida. I have been wanting to try it out for a while, and it was the perfect occasion. I was surprised that it was fairly empty considering how crowded Seasons 52 (just next door) was.
While we looked over the menu, the waiter brought out some hot, fresh rolls. Along with it, some olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
There was a good amount on the menu that I wanted to try, so I might just have to go back!
The three of us all ended up choosing the same exact menu item, the “Sammy Davis Jr.” Great minds think alike?!
First, I had the Italian wedding soup. I’ve never had this kind before, and I really liked it! I want to try to find a recipe to make this at home.
Next, our “lunch box” was brought out.
The fish of the day, Mahi-Mahi, was pan seared to perfection. It was served with broccolini, yellow and green squash, roasted red peppers, and mushrooms. To die for!
On the side, it came with a simple garden salad.
It came with two little dessert thingies. I have no idea what they were… but I didn’t really like them anyways. (I have a giant cupcake at home to eat anyways!)
While my stepmom and I discussed this weeks’ events (the break-up, moving into my new apartment, and some outrageous blog comment shenanigans) my little sister got bored and drew some artwork for my fridge!
My little sister is adorable. I love her to death!
I’m really thankful to have such a great family. I have realized, especially lately, that they are there for me no matter what!
<3 MegaNerd
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I guess the comment in question got deleted, but just know that we all support you.’When I go through things like that, I always picture how in a few months I’ll look back and it will hardly be a blip on my radar. It’s unfortunate that it happened before your birthday week, but I’m glad you’re having so much fun!
Enjoy that gorgeous giant cupcake!
Sounds like a nice lunch and great time with your family! And you are so right, family is incredibly important. I realized that through my break-up too. Guys come and go, but family is always there, no matter what.
So cute so cute so cute!! 23′s gonna be a big year–ya gotta start it off with a big bang
I’ve been to that Timpano when I was in Orlando on a business trip! From what I recall, it was amazing. We also went to Roy’s while we were in town. Have you been there? Delish!
Sounds like a great meal and a great time with your family!! I know for me, if it wornt for my parents and my brother being there for me through everything… I dont think that I would be the person I am today!! Always remember that your family will always be there and guys will come and go!!
Great lunch! Those look like cannolis!
what a great time with your family! fabulous day
Looks like a great time with the fam
Lexie is adorable! Sounds like such a great time.
they are cannolis!!! yum
Definitely cannolis. They’re amazing when done right, but if you get them from places that don’t make them fresh they tend to taste really stale. Happy belated birthday, as well!
Birthday weeks are definitely the way to go–I hope you make it a whole birthday month!
OK so is it just me or does the “lunch box” resemble the menage a trious?!?!
in california!? YES!! It reminded me of that!
Of course California
Oh Bar West, I miss you!! http://www.barwestsd.com/
Love that picture of you and Lexie! I love extended birthday celebrations – much more fun than just one day!
I gotta say, it sounds like you are doing amazingly well considering what you’ve gone through…. good for you. =) I seriously doubt I could be as chipper and I guess, well, normal? as you are right now! I’d be sitting around crying/eating chocolate… =/
Don’t worry there is plenty of crying/eating chocolate/eating funfetti cake/watching Sex and the City off blog. LOL.
Dinner looks good and the dessert thingies are cannoli! Too bad they weren’t good, they can be delightful if done well!
mmm looks like such a good meal. That’s so great your family was able to come see you
That dinner platter looks great. It nice to have a few different tastes to choose from.
Your dinner looked wonderful. I probably would have eaten the cannolis too (They are my favorite dessert!)
Lovely meal! I’m glad your family are being so supportive for you, it sounds like it’s just what you need!
HAHA that giant cupcake…omg that looked so good, no wonder you weren’t really that bothered about the dessert they brought
Have a good day!
I’m glad that you had such a nice visit with your stepmom and sister
Family really is awesome, even when they drive us crazy most of the time!
I’m glad your birthday is going well! I’m pretty sure 23 is going to be a good year for you too
Time with family is the best!
What a great idea for lunch. I love loads of little nibbles!
Your little sister is beautiful!
Those are cannolis! Yum!
its so nice to be able to spend time with family– especially during birthday week!!
sooooo…what was the outrageous comment?!!!
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