CIAO CALI.

Friday night Victor and I attended a bittersweet celebration at a neighborhood German themed bar called The Red Lion Tavern. The occasion? Our good friend moving to Chicago. I worked with Stephanie at Radio Disney for more than a year, and she has been such a great friend to us both. I have a TON of fun memories with her, from meeting her at the station and gifting her a Mickey Mouse lollipop, going to see Selena Gomez live, celebrating my 21st birthday (AND doing a blowjob shot!), annual Christmas tacky sweater parties, to taking a trip to Disneyland with her, another good friend (Brittany), and Victor. Even though we didn't work together all the time, and both our schedules were super crazy, we became really close. She is such a great caring person, and I know fabulous things lie ahead for her. After months of not seeing each other I was excited to see her that night, but at the same time was a bit sad to say goodbye. 

I'm not a big drinker nor do I go to bars, but this bar was really cool. The breathalyzer got my attention as soon as we walked in. I especially loved the theme, everything was so cute and even the girl bartenders wear cute festive dresses.

From the outside the bar didn't look too big but it is two floors with multiple lounges, and an upstairs outdoor patio. 

Here is a picture of the "Disney family", as Stephanie said, Victor is "part of the family".

Such a classic Stephanie photo!

 The original 3 amigos: Brittany|Me|Steph (caption taken directly from Steph's facebook).

Victor, Stephanie, and I.

This night was so much fun, we got to catch up and wish Stephanie the best in the windy  city. I had made her a card but unfortunately forgot to give it to her so I'm planning on mailing it to her. We will be the bestest pen pals ever! I wish Stephanie the best in everything she sets out to do in Chicago, Cali will miss her Disney princess in Chuck Taylors! I will miss her laughter and squeals of excitement! Now Victor and I will have to plan a visit to Chicago very soon, and of course finalize our NY trip with her for next year!

It all started with a lollipop.