Have you guys heard of Very Jane?
If not, you are totally out of the loop. This wonderful little website sends an email everyday of deals they have. They feature small boutiques and etsy shops, usually, and their items are on sale. I have ordered quite a few things off this website, including scarfs, bracelets, hairbows, etc. I absolutely love them!
They are doing a giveaway for an iPad mini, a mixer, or a Canon Rebel (my personal fav). Check them out!!
Here is the giveaway...
https://veryjane.com/giveaway.htm
Enjoy, y'all!
Sunday, December 23, 2012
Saturday, December 1, 2012
Fat chance
I remember back when Marcus and I were planning the wedding, I was in grad school, coaching, moving, and I thought "gee, I can't wait to get married so life will slow down".
Ha. Ha ha. Ha ha ha.
Hey Angela, if you are waiting for life to slow down, you've got a while.
It must be in my nature to find things to keep me busy. I should be used to this by now.
Anyway, we had a wonderful Thanksgiving. We took Riley with us, we made cookies, spent time with family, and had an all around great time.
Christmas is coming, and I still have not bought any presents. Yes, still. Its December 1st....usually I am almost done by now! Hopefully since yesterday was payday I will get a little bit done today! I try to get a lot done online, because I really hate going into the stores at this time. I am hoping that by the end of next week, I will be done shopping and the wrapping process can begin.
Today we are going to see Santa with the boys, and to see Rise of the Guardians. Riley talked about it nonstop this past weekend, and we are hoping Buddy will like it, also. He doesn't do well in movies, usually about a hour in he is ready to go. Riley, however, sits mesmerized the entire time.
This year we are also doing Elf of the Shelf with Buddy. Last year we tried it, but he didn't quite get it. This year, however, he is SUPER into it. For example, the other day he had a little meltdown before bed time, and we told him that Buster (his elf) would be telling Santa about it. He FREAKED. "NOOOOOO, Santa will be mad!!". Annnd he has been an angel ever since.
Buddy and the Elf, Buster.
Bowser, ruining my tree!
The boys and the ornaments that Nana got them.
Ha. Ha ha. Ha ha ha.
Hey Angela, if you are waiting for life to slow down, you've got a while.
It must be in my nature to find things to keep me busy. I should be used to this by now.
Anyway, we had a wonderful Thanksgiving. We took Riley with us, we made cookies, spent time with family, and had an all around great time.
Christmas is coming, and I still have not bought any presents. Yes, still. Its December 1st....usually I am almost done by now! Hopefully since yesterday was payday I will get a little bit done today! I try to get a lot done online, because I really hate going into the stores at this time. I am hoping that by the end of next week, I will be done shopping and the wrapping process can begin.
Today we are going to see Santa with the boys, and to see Rise of the Guardians. Riley talked about it nonstop this past weekend, and we are hoping Buddy will like it, also. He doesn't do well in movies, usually about a hour in he is ready to go. Riley, however, sits mesmerized the entire time.
This year we are also doing Elf of the Shelf with Buddy. Last year we tried it, but he didn't quite get it. This year, however, he is SUPER into it. For example, the other day he had a little meltdown before bed time, and we told him that Buster (his elf) would be telling Santa about it. He FREAKED. "NOOOOOO, Santa will be mad!!". Annnd he has been an angel ever since.
Buddy and the Elf, Buster.
Bowser, ruining my tree!
The boys and the ornaments that Nana got them.
Wednesday, October 31, 2012
Real Talk Tuesday (on Wednesday).
So, linking up for Real Talk. This particular post is Facebook related. Let's get real here, some people are straight up annoying on Facebook. Let's get to it.
1. No one wants to read your posts when YoU tYpE lIkE tHiS, or whn u typ lke ths. <~ Seriously? what is that? Use vowels. Do your best to spell correctly and use correct grammar. Yes, slang is okay sometimes. Yes, I misspell words, a lot. But heck, at least TRY. I would say 99% of you graduated high school. Most of you went to college. Act like it.
2. Don't complain about your significant other. Seriously, it makes you look worse than it makes them look. It's disrespectful to your s/o, and downright mean. Yes, Marcus and I argue, but I'm not about to make a public service announcement every time it happens (which, by the way, isn't that often).
3. If you are over the age of 18, there is no reason to take 5,000 self pictures a day. We know when you stick your arm out to the side, you look skinny. We know when you take it from above, you look skinnier. We know when you stick your chin out, pop your collar bones forward, you look skinny. We aren't fooled, we all use the same tricks. Seriously, one every couple of weeks, that's fine. 20 pictures a month of just your upper half? Not necessary. You're beautiful, and I'm sure you haven't changed much from yesterday.
4. Save the drama for your mama. No one needs to read your family/boyfriend/friend drama all over Facebook. Arguing over Facebook posts for everyone to see is pretty entertaining, but do you really want to be the butt of everyones jokes? I read so many peoples posts about how people should mind their own business...yet they post it all over Facebook. When you post vague status updates that are clearly about someone or directed at someone, people will speculate. If you're fine with that, go right ahead. But don't complain about people "in your business" when you update every five minutes about how sad or unhappy you are for whatever reason.
5. Try some positive thoughts every once in a while. Someone wise once said "Life is what you make it, make it good" (Daniel Tosh, by the way). I see so many people who are CONSTANTLY complaining. Don't get me wrong, I know I have a life better than a lot of people. I also complain sometimes. But lets be honest here, you have Facebook. Meaning you have a computer or smart phone. You probably have a roof over your head, food to eat at night, and clothes on your back. You are doing better than a lot. Stop and smell the roses sometimes. People care about you and are interested in what you are doing. Positive thoughts in a negative life go a long way, just sayin.
Let me be clear here, everyone has their preferences on Facebook. I know for some I probably post to many pictures of my boys, talk too much about how much I love my husband, and I know I post far too many status updates. These are my *personal* opinions.
1. No one wants to read your posts when YoU tYpE lIkE tHiS, or whn u typ lke ths. <~ Seriously? what is that? Use vowels. Do your best to spell correctly and use correct grammar. Yes, slang is okay sometimes. Yes, I misspell words, a lot. But heck, at least TRY. I would say 99% of you graduated high school. Most of you went to college. Act like it.
2. Don't complain about your significant other. Seriously, it makes you look worse than it makes them look. It's disrespectful to your s/o, and downright mean. Yes, Marcus and I argue, but I'm not about to make a public service announcement every time it happens (which, by the way, isn't that often).
3. If you are over the age of 18, there is no reason to take 5,000 self pictures a day. We know when you stick your arm out to the side, you look skinny. We know when you take it from above, you look skinnier. We know when you stick your chin out, pop your collar bones forward, you look skinny. We aren't fooled, we all use the same tricks. Seriously, one every couple of weeks, that's fine. 20 pictures a month of just your upper half? Not necessary. You're beautiful, and I'm sure you haven't changed much from yesterday.
4. Save the drama for your mama. No one needs to read your family/boyfriend/friend drama all over Facebook. Arguing over Facebook posts for everyone to see is pretty entertaining, but do you really want to be the butt of everyones jokes? I read so many peoples posts about how people should mind their own business...yet they post it all over Facebook. When you post vague status updates that are clearly about someone or directed at someone, people will speculate. If you're fine with that, go right ahead. But don't complain about people "in your business" when you update every five minutes about how sad or unhappy you are for whatever reason.
5. Try some positive thoughts every once in a while. Someone wise once said "Life is what you make it, make it good" (Daniel Tosh, by the way). I see so many people who are CONSTANTLY complaining. Don't get me wrong, I know I have a life better than a lot of people. I also complain sometimes. But lets be honest here, you have Facebook. Meaning you have a computer or smart phone. You probably have a roof over your head, food to eat at night, and clothes on your back. You are doing better than a lot. Stop and smell the roses sometimes. People care about you and are interested in what you are doing. Positive thoughts in a negative life go a long way, just sayin.
Let me be clear here, everyone has their preferences on Facebook. I know for some I probably post to many pictures of my boys, talk too much about how much I love my husband, and I know I post far too many status updates. These are my *personal* opinions.
Tuesday, October 30, 2012
Happy birthday and retirement, Daddy
This past week on the 23rd, my Daddy turned 60. He is clearly the coolest 60 year old you will ever meet. What made this birthday extra special is that he also retired!! Last Friday was his last day of work...ever.
^^Taken 10 years ago, at his 50th birthday party.^^
Jealous.
Now, if you know my dad, he is a busy body. Like, can sit through church without getting up, busy body. I'm not exactly expecting him to be laying around the house doing nothing for the next few years. He'sprobably bored already. I am sure that my Mom will keep him nice and occupied with to-do lists for the rest of his life :)
We celebrated both at Six-feet-under, a bar in down town atlanta. Nabisco also had a nice big breakfast for him at work, and it was nice to meet everyone he worked with over the past 29 years!
^^Taken 10 years ago, at his 50th birthday party.^^
Jealous.
Now, if you know my dad, he is a busy body. Like, can sit through church without getting up, busy body. I'm not exactly expecting him to be laying around the house doing nothing for the next few years. He's
We celebrated both at Six-feet-under, a bar in down town atlanta. Nabisco also had a nice big breakfast for him at work, and it was nice to meet everyone he worked with over the past 29 years!
Love you, Daddy! Congrats!!
Liz and Ryan's wedding
Over fall break we also went to Atlanta to visit family, and go to my college roommate and friend since 5th grade's wedding.
Liz and I lived together for three years in college. We had many crazy nights, such as this one...
And this one...
yup, nerds.
Anyway, she was absolutely beautiful on her big day. I am so happy she has found such a wonderful man to spend her life with!
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Liz and I lived together for three years in college. We had many crazy nights, such as this one...
And this one...
yup, nerds.
Anyway, she was absolutely beautiful on her big day. I am so happy she has found such a wonderful man to spend her life with!
They had tons of beautiful little touches that made it very personal.
so sweet
I know what you're thinking, this first dance is tear-jerking.
Totally was.
Wait till you see the father-daughter dance...
More super sweetness
Aren't they a beautiful couple?
YUMMY caramel corn
So pretty
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Their cake topper had their dogs on it. Which, if you knew Liz, you'd know how much she LOVES her dogs. I mean really, Brutus is the most spoiled dog ever.
Okay warning, these are tear producing.
And now I'm crying.
Their wedding was at Neverland Farms in Cleveland, Georgia. It was a BEAUTIFUL venue. Everything was outside, and so personal. The food was amazing, the band was amazing, everything was beautiful.
Congrats, Liz and Ryan, on your marriage. Love you lots!!
Riley's birthday
Over fall break we were pretty busy!! I'm clearly playing "catch up" here, so there will about three posts back-to-back-to-back.
To begin, we had Riley's 5th birthday party. We had the party at Monkey Joe's.
To begin, we had Riley's 5th birthday party. We had the party at Monkey Joe's.
Relaxing in the blow up chair
Birthday cake!
Is there anything sweeter than an excited little boy?
Brothers :)
Haha, while singing Happy Birthday to him
Marcus and Ri
Sweet boy
Ri-guy :)
Cheesy beef pie
Mmm...cheesy beef pie.
Some of you may know it as "cheeseburger pie".
Whatev's, it's amazing.
If you are not familiar with this little treat, here is the recipe. It has been a hit with literally everyone that has tried it that I've made it for.
First, ground some beef.
Line a pie pan with a pie crust. I like those Pillsbury ones near the biscuits.
You will need an eight oz package of cheese and either tomato soup or tomato sauce. I didn't have sauce, so I used soup.
You will also need two eggs. Separate one egg yolk from its white. Add the whole egg to the white, and keep the yolk for later.
Once you have drained your beef, add about half a can of the tomato soup.
It should look something like this, once you add the soup, plus the 2 egg whites and yolk.
Pour your meat in the pie pan. spread it out evenly.
Add your cheese. You can do more, you can do less. 8oz is a lot, but we like cheese.
Like, we should have a sign that says "In this house we will serve the Lord....and eat cheese"
Moving on...............
Add the top of the pie, feel free to make yours prettier than mine :)
Add your left over egg yolk on top.
Spread it around, preferably with a brush, not a tiny fork like me.
I should probably get one of those nifty brushes.
Bake at 350 degrees for 30-45 minutes.
And enjoy!! No, it's not pretty. But it sure is tasty!
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