Happy Freaking Friday, kids! So glad the weekend is just around the corner... this week has been exhausting. So, it's time for my five Friday Fun things!
1) This weather is Ahhh-mazing. I just want to sit outside all afternoon and drink margaritas. I have got to get out of this lovely conference room with no windows.
2) No plans tonight {as of now} and I am super excited. The mister is working hard for the money these days thanks to beloved busy season... so I'm a single lady tonight!
3) I'm helping one of my bffs with some volunteering tomorrow. We are working with Feed My Starving Children where we will be hand-packing meals for those who hunger across this world. Such a simple but necessary concept.
4) My other bff just bought a house! So, I will be cruising over to the new casa to help w/ moving and unpacking. I love unpacking and finding a home for everything.
5) I still have my b-day coupon for anthro...but am saving my cash. I think I'll just enjoy my new candle from Lee and soak up the divine smell of anthro. {Seriously, if anyone ever can't think of what to get me as a present... voluspa candles all the way. I love them all. They are truly divine.}
Happy weekend friends! Hope you have a fabulous one!
It's Monday again. Feels like the weekends are just way too short these days. Had a fabulous weekend full of some super special people. Friday night dinner at Jasper's w/ the mister was great - the pork loin and corn was pretty amazing. On Saturday, I cruised to Main Street Bakery for lunch w/ mom and dad. I just love that they live so close and I get to see them all the time. Saturday night I painted w/ the bffs. Let's just say this painting might be hanging in the garage where no one sees it! Ha! I'll post a pic later. On Sunday, we had brunch w/ the Stringer side of the family at Cafe Brazil - delish. I scored some pretty great b-day pressies, but nothing was as good as spending so much time with good people. Love it.
I did have to treat myself to a few fun finds on Sunday. I hit up Nordy's Rack again and found these awesome DVF jellies for super cheap.
It's V-Day. The mister and I never really celebrate it since it's super close to my b-day {and neither of us are mushy}. What are you doing for the big V-day? Anything special???
Holy moly it is finally Friday. What a day. More like, what a week. I am so wiped out... but have a pretty decent wekend ahead of me, so let's get started with my five Friday fun things!
1) I celebrated another year on this earth... in Langhorne, PA. Not the most exciting adventure, but oh well. My co-workers and I did venture to a pretty fabulous restaurant Wednesday night in Philly {executive chef is Iron Chef - Jose Garces}. We indulged in the smoked pecans {soaked in maple and bacon}, fondue {w/ vidalia onions}, suckling pig, wild boar rack {w/ maple grits}, sugar pumpkin croquettes, and beignets {w/ makers mark chocolate sauce}. Amazing.
2) This week was absolutely crazy town at work. A lot to do and always feeling like there are not enough hours in the day! {I can't even count how many Red Bulls I downed this week}. Yesterday we had a 6 am flight home... meaning I was up at 3:30am central and put in a full day of work upon arrival. Needless to say, I just want to sleep in this weekend!
3) I have a jam-packed weekend of birthday bashes. The mister and I are celebrating my bday tonight at Jasper's. I've never been, so I'm pretty excited. On Saturday, I have lunch plans w/ my rents - always a good time. {The mister has to work thanks to blasted busy season.} Saturday night is girls night out w/ the bffs! We are going to Gnosh, like I mentioned recently. Super excited for another fun painting night and just hanging out. We have family lunch w/ the mister's side of the fam on Sunday. Not sure where we are dining yet...but I'm always up for something good!
4) Between the mix of all the birthday activities, hoping I can finally catch up on laundry and housework. Ugh! {doesn't really fit into my 'fun' things Friday... but oh well!}
5) I got the best birthday voicemail in the world from my favorite friend in New Zealand. It's been almost 6 years since I was there and I still feel like part of my heart has never returned {the mister and I are still scoping out possibilities to move to NZ someday}. Because of the 17 hour time-difference, we have scheduled our chat for this weekend. I can't wait to catch up!
I'll leave you kids with some clear pictures of why I love NZ so much... Happy weekend!
{Uncle Leon... words cannot describe him. Love him and his family so much! Can't wait to catch up soon!}
And of course, If I am going to mention NZ, I have to shout out to my girl Brooke. I seriously listen to her almost every day. And never grow tired of hearing her crooning. This is her first song I ever discovered... and my heart has been full ever since. Enjoy!
I'm feeling in a 'super-chill' mood today... so this week's Tuesday Tunes includes:
1) Don't Know Why {Norah Jones}: This is probably my fave song of hers {along w/ Come Away With Me - the Mister and I had our first dance to good ole Norah}. I just adore her. Saw her live last year with the bffs - incredible voice and I never get tired of her tunes.
2) Heavenly Day {Patty Griffin}: Perfect springtime rainy day song. I could listen to this on repeat all day long.
3) Marry Me {Train}: Such a sweet song. Of course it makes me think of Mr. Stringer... and reminds me just how blessed I am. Enjoy the cute video!
2) You Lie {The Band Perry}: They have an amazing sound.
3) You are the Best Thing {Ray Lamontagne}: Ahhh, another fabulous tune to jam out to with windows down on breezy summer day. It's also my Monday song and gets me through the day.
*I worked on a project once that was purely awful and I was just in the dumps about it. My co-worker would crank this tune super loud and sing to me. Love it!
On a side note... The Bachelor was once again crazy town last night. Love the drama. Surprised he kept some of the girls he did {like who is Lisa??}. Sad to see my Plano girl leave {although she got hardly any air time - which is a true indicator of who will make it to the end}, but proud to see her leave in style. Way to represent! My top runner is Emily...but I kind of think she just might be too good for Brad. The girl is leaps and bounds ahead of the pack. Can't wait for the drama of next week based on the previews!
If you are a Bachelor fan... must read blogs are here and here. I die. Hilarious.
Shout out to my bff Mares - Happy Birthday darling! Hope you have a fabulous day! Thanks for being born!
Today I am thankful for my best friends... specifically these two:
I met Mares in second grade and we have been good friends from the beginning (that makes us friends for about 18 years). We became bff during middle/high school and I am so grateful for her. She is a wonderful friend who is authentic and such a joy to be around. She loves to have fun and is a great person to call when I want to induldge in some chocolate or a cookie monster. Mares always makes an effort to stay in touch and our friendship has really grown throughout college and during the first few years in the real world. I am so grateful she lives nearby and married such a fun husband. We love being around them - it is a guaranteed good time!
If I had to pick one picture that describes our friendship it's this one:
Mares is a princess {and knows it! jk!}. She loves the fine things in life but has a good head on her shoulders and is completely content in the blessings she has. She is a true encourager and always wants to know what is going on and if there is anything she can do to help {that might be the counselor side coming out}.
I met Steph in high school through mutual friends. We had a class together in 10th grade and became good friends right away. I have been beyond blessed to have this girl in my life the past 10 years. She is a true friend who is real in all aspects. She has such a love for life and travel and is always up for trying anything new. Steph is always a great listener and gives people the benefit of the doubt. I am so grateful she took a job here in town a few years ago and I have the blessing to hang out with her pretty often.
If I had to pick one picture that describes our friendship it's this one:
Steph is not afraid to get soaked in the rain for a good concert. She loves to have a good time and makes anything a fun event. Her laugh is contagious and her spirits are always high. She has a true joy for life that can only be found beyond all circumstances. Steph sees the good in all situations.
To my wonderful bffs - thank you so much for the joy you bring to my life. Thanks for being my support system... for always listening to me and encouraging me. Thanks for always wanting to have fun together and being the best friends a girl could ask for. I can't wait to see where the next 10 years take us! CHEERS!
