Wow, this week is flying by! That's surprising considering we leave for our big anniversary trip tomorrow, and usually the week before a big trip seriously drags by. I haven't blogged much at all this week, but between visiting the lady doc Tuesday (blah.....hate those visits) and Christmas shopping yesterday, my writing inspiration has been zapped. Today, however, is a different day!
Our flight leaves for NYC at 12:30 tomorrow- whoop! I could not be more excited. The last time I was in New York was in 2003, and Adam's never been. Last night he surprised me with tickets to see The Phantom of the Opera Saturday night. SO pumped!! I saw Phantom back in '03 and it was amazing. I can't wait to see it again. Thinking about it now, I totally think Adam surprised me with the tickets because he knew we'd most likely be in a pub watching the SEC Championship game Saturday afternoon, and he needed to butter me up. Well honey, you did good! Other than that, the rest of our weekend will be consumed with sight-seeing, eating lots of yummy food, and soaking up as much of New York as we can! We're staying on Times Square, so luckily we'll be in the middle of it all. I definitely want to go and reenact the Serendipity ice-skating scene at Wollman Rink in Central Park. Poor Adam...
As for my NYC wardrobe, I'm going simple for the day. Long-sleeve shirts, denim jeggings, colorful scarfs, and my Uggs. It's just too damn cold to be all "sex in the city." Saturday night, for our big "theatah" outing, I'm wearing my leather-coated leggings from Fab'rik, and my silky black tunic blouse with black wedges. I still need to pick out jewelry-aghhh!
As soon as we get back Sunday afternoon, we have a photo shoot with my husband's side of the family. Thirteen adults, three kids. Whoa, I'm tired just thinking about it. When it rains it pours!
Gotta go iron now! Happy Weekend, y'all!!
~LL
Thursday, November 29, 2012
Monday, November 26, 2012
Oh.Em. Gee.
Before I even begin, can we count the number of things wrong with this picture??
People has this picture on their Star Tracks slideshow today. I could say that I'm shocked, but I'm not. The only thing cute about this picture are Tater Tot and Small Fry. And look, they're growing up!
Britney (and Jamie Lynn) on the other hand? This is not good, y'all.
Britney is modeling what looks like a summer ensemble from Roses. The too-tight sleeveless button-down and the vomit-colored denim shorts (hello?) look like they were purchased for a total of $12.99. I love me some outlet stores, but if I'm going cheap it's going to at least look like I paid a penny for it. And what's up with that wig? Girl, get your stylist to straighten out those extensions and pull it back into a nice pony. Now I'm not claiming to be some fashion connoisseur, but I know if I'm going out in public (even if it is to Walmart) I'm going to have on some pants that cover my ass, and a shirt that covers these girls up.
Jamie Lynn? Geez. The shirt would be cute with skinnies/jeggings and flats.....not Uggs. Which brings me to my next two questions: 1) Who said it would look great if you paired your Uggs with denim cutoffs?; and 2) Is it really that much hotter in LA than everywhere else?
(FYI: I just searched weather.com and LA's High is 64 degrees. Way too damn cold for booty shorts. Bam.)
Britney, I am begging you. Hire me to be your stylist!! I would have you rocking jeggings, a long tunic with a scarf, and flats so fast you'd be giving Kate Middleton a run for her money. Let's make this happen.
In other Monday news, it's time for our Dead Recap! What what.
I'll be better next Sunday!
~LL
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| Ohhh Britney.......where do I even start? |
People has this picture on their Star Tracks slideshow today. I could say that I'm shocked, but I'm not. The only thing cute about this picture are Tater Tot and Small Fry. And look, they're growing up!
Britney (and Jamie Lynn) on the other hand? This is not good, y'all.
Britney is modeling what looks like a summer ensemble from Roses. The too-tight sleeveless button-down and the vomit-colored denim shorts (hello?) look like they were purchased for a total of $12.99. I love me some outlet stores, but if I'm going cheap it's going to at least look like I paid a penny for it. And what's up with that wig? Girl, get your stylist to straighten out those extensions and pull it back into a nice pony. Now I'm not claiming to be some fashion connoisseur, but I know if I'm going out in public (even if it is to Walmart) I'm going to have on some pants that cover my ass, and a shirt that covers these girls up.
Jamie Lynn? Geez. The shirt would be cute with skinnies/jeggings and flats.....not Uggs. Which brings me to my next two questions: 1) Who said it would look great if you paired your Uggs with denim cutoffs?; and 2) Is it really that much hotter in LA than everywhere else?
(FYI: I just searched weather.com and LA's High is 64 degrees. Way too damn cold for booty shorts. Bam.)
Britney, I am begging you. Hire me to be your stylist!! I would have you rocking jeggings, a long tunic with a scarf, and flats so fast you'd be giving Kate Middleton a run for her money. Let's make this happen.
In other Monday news, it's time for our Dead Recap! What what.
- Michonne joined our favorite gang of Apocalypse survivors and Carol came back from the dead (or more like a prison cell).
- Andrea is already totally obsessed with The Guv'nah. Shocker.
- Guy with glasses (forgot his name) thinks he can cure a zombie. He learned his lesson....thanks to Andrea. At least she's good for something.
- Okay, I admit. Merle's a psycho. But if people would just answer his questions they wouldn't be put in the awful situations they're in: Glen and Maggie duct taped to chairs; Glen having to kill a zombie while stuck to a chair (impressive); Maggie almost getting raped while being stuck to a table. Sorry, I would just tell Woodbury and company where Rick and camp are. Baby Judith would be able to live safely (somewhat), Rick and the Guv'nah (as well as Daryl and Merle) could hash it out, and Michonne would just kill everybody.
I'll be better next Sunday!
~LL
Sunday, November 25, 2012
What is & what use to be
I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving! I am "Thanksgiving'd out" as far as food goes. I have consumed more ham, broccoli and rice casserole, dressing, and pecan pie than one should consume in a whole year. I have probably gained at least a pound a day since last Thursday, and I have a bridesmaid dress to fit into in um, 20 days. So begins the holiday fast...at least until December 15th. ;)
You know those moments when you see a picture and it reminds you of your past? I'm having major nostalgia this morning. Although I'm from Griffin, and many of my childhood best friends live there and in the Atlanta area, I also have a great group of friends in Macon where I have currently lived for going on 6 years.
When I started dating Adam in 2005, I inherited all of these great people. We were all fast friends, and spent most weekends (heck, many weeknights) at the local bar, CJ's, and sometimes (my fave bar in downtown Macon), The Hummingbird. We spent time at each others homes, hanging out, going to dinner, spending random Sunday afternoons together. I miss those days. All of these bittersweet memories came rushing back to me this morning as I looked at Facebook photos of these girls at our annual Christmas dinner. Many of us couldn't go because we didn't have childcare, some were out of town, some had family obligations, etc.
We're definitely not as close as we use to be, and some days it breaks my heart (like today). People grow apart, this is very true. Things change, people change. You grow up, you have babies, you move away. There are several factors that cause people to drift apart, I don't believe it's just one single person or one single factor.
My mama always told me growing up that as you get older your circle of close friends gets smaller. I'm so blessed in the fact that I have two circles of close friends: one that consists of my Griffin/Atlanta loves, and one that consists of my Macon loves. All of you know who you are and how dear you are to my heart.
I guess the point of this post is to just say that life goes on. I understand that now. And although it's sad, that's the way it is. Maybe one day we'll all be close again. But if not, that's okay. I'll always have my memories and they'll always be a special place in my heart for those good ole days. :)
~LL
You know those moments when you see a picture and it reminds you of your past? I'm having major nostalgia this morning. Although I'm from Griffin, and many of my childhood best friends live there and in the Atlanta area, I also have a great group of friends in Macon where I have currently lived for going on 6 years.
When I started dating Adam in 2005, I inherited all of these great people. We were all fast friends, and spent most weekends (heck, many weeknights) at the local bar, CJ's, and sometimes (my fave bar in downtown Macon), The Hummingbird. We spent time at each others homes, hanging out, going to dinner, spending random Sunday afternoons together. I miss those days. All of these bittersweet memories came rushing back to me this morning as I looked at Facebook photos of these girls at our annual Christmas dinner. Many of us couldn't go because we didn't have childcare, some were out of town, some had family obligations, etc.
We're definitely not as close as we use to be, and some days it breaks my heart (like today). People grow apart, this is very true. Things change, people change. You grow up, you have babies, you move away. There are several factors that cause people to drift apart, I don't believe it's just one single person or one single factor.
My mama always told me growing up that as you get older your circle of close friends gets smaller. I'm so blessed in the fact that I have two circles of close friends: one that consists of my Griffin/Atlanta loves, and one that consists of my Macon loves. All of you know who you are and how dear you are to my heart.
I guess the point of this post is to just say that life goes on. I understand that now. And although it's sad, that's the way it is. Maybe one day we'll all be close again. But if not, that's okay. I'll always have my memories and they'll always be a special place in my heart for those good ole days. :)
~LL
Wednesday, November 21, 2012
One more thing.....
That I'm thankful for this year??! My newly discovered love for......
JHutch!
And his fantastic jaw line, and the way he wears a t-shirt, and his Peeta blonde hair (although I totally dig his brunette locks, too)......the list goes on.....
I'm 30. What's wrong with me? Oh well, if you can't express your cougar love on your blog, where can you??!
Here is that sweet doll baby in an MTV interview. Tell me you don't think he's adorbs.
And for the last time, Happy Thanksgiving!!
~LL
JHutch!
And his fantastic jaw line, and the way he wears a t-shirt, and his Peeta blonde hair (although I totally dig his brunette locks, too)......the list goes on.....
I'm 30. What's wrong with me? Oh well, if you can't express your cougar love on your blog, where can you??!
Here is that sweet doll baby in an MTV interview. Tell me you don't think he's adorbs.
Tuesday, November 20, 2012
Blessings
Is it just me or does Thanksgiving feel different this year? Most of all, the upcoming holidays have a totally different feel for me. I feel happier, healthier, and more excited about what God has in store for me and my family.
This time last year, tomorrow to be exact, was when I found out our second son had a heart condition. You can read more about that here. I'll never forget that day; going from the excitement of finding out we had been blessed with another boy to finding out he had a sick heart. It was a little over a week later that we found out he had Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome. Basically, the left side of his heart never grew; my baby had half of a heart. Upon hearing this diagnosis, we were in utter shock and despair. How did this happen? What did I do wrong? Of course, there was nothing I did wrong, it was just a rare "thing" that happened; that's what the Doctors told me anyway.
We had named him Luke. His brother has a strong biblical name, and we felt like our second son should, too. Our sweet Luke went to Heaven Tuesday, December 13th 2011. Although my heart will forever mourn his presence, I know he's in Heaven. I know he's healthy and whole, and I know he's surrounded by love. I also know that I'll get to meet him one day and that is amazing.
I know these holidays will be different for all of us. Last year, I went through the motions of Thanksgiving and Christmas. I pretended to be happy because I had to for Aaron. Aaron needed his mommy, and I needed him so badly. Thank God for my sweet, beautiful, rambunctious Aaron Mo. He is the best thing I've ever done, and the biggest blessing God has ever given me. I know God will bless us with another healthy child when the time is right. But for now, and every day of my life, I'll be thankful for this child.
Enjoy your Thanksgiving with your loved ones!!
~LL
This time last year, tomorrow to be exact, was when I found out our second son had a heart condition. You can read more about that here. I'll never forget that day; going from the excitement of finding out we had been blessed with another boy to finding out he had a sick heart. It was a little over a week later that we found out he had Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome. Basically, the left side of his heart never grew; my baby had half of a heart. Upon hearing this diagnosis, we were in utter shock and despair. How did this happen? What did I do wrong? Of course, there was nothing I did wrong, it was just a rare "thing" that happened; that's what the Doctors told me anyway.
We had named him Luke. His brother has a strong biblical name, and we felt like our second son should, too. Our sweet Luke went to Heaven Tuesday, December 13th 2011. Although my heart will forever mourn his presence, I know he's in Heaven. I know he's healthy and whole, and I know he's surrounded by love. I also know that I'll get to meet him one day and that is amazing.
I know these holidays will be different for all of us. Last year, I went through the motions of Thanksgiving and Christmas. I pretended to be happy because I had to for Aaron. Aaron needed his mommy, and I needed him so badly. Thank God for my sweet, beautiful, rambunctious Aaron Mo. He is the best thing I've ever done, and the biggest blessing God has ever given me. I know God will bless us with another healthy child when the time is right. But for now, and every day of my life, I'll be thankful for this child.
Enjoy your Thanksgiving with your loved ones!!
~LL
Monday, November 19, 2012
I need another cup of coffee
It's Monday, y'all. Blah. Luckily, it's Thanksgiving week so it's a short week- whoop!
Yesterday, Adam and I scored some free last-minute tickets to see the Atlanta Falcons play and other than the two-mile walk to/from our car, we had a blast. My awesome in-laws kept Aaron Mo all day so we could go, and it was some much-needed time away. I am no football fan, nor have I ever claimed to be. However, yesterday I was standing up screaming, jumping up and down, and high-fiving all the other fans around me like I was Falcons Fan Numero Uno. It probably helped that I had three Bud Lights and a serious buzz. I also didn't mind the fact that during breaks in the game they broke out some old school Luda, because hello?! What's better than hearing "Move B--ch" after a touchdown? Classic. We ended the game by getting a funnel cake with powdered sugar AND chocolate syrup on top, which I'm positive blew my calories for the week. It was absolutely worth it.
I think we all know what today is. Walking Dead recap time. Here goes:
Enjoy your Monday, folks!
~LL
Yesterday, Adam and I scored some free last-minute tickets to see the Atlanta Falcons play and other than the two-mile walk to/from our car, we had a blast. My awesome in-laws kept Aaron Mo all day so we could go, and it was some much-needed time away. I am no football fan, nor have I ever claimed to be. However, yesterday I was standing up screaming, jumping up and down, and high-fiving all the other fans around me like I was Falcons Fan Numero Uno. It probably helped that I had three Bud Lights and a serious buzz. I also didn't mind the fact that during breaks in the game they broke out some old school Luda, because hello?! What's better than hearing "Move B--ch" after a touchdown? Classic. We ended the game by getting a funnel cake with powdered sugar AND chocolate syrup on top, which I'm positive blew my calories for the week. It was absolutely worth it.
I think we all know what today is. Walking Dead recap time. Here goes:
- The person on the phone was really Rick's imagination. No big surprise there. I kinda figured in the end it would be "Lori" snapping Rick out of his funk and telling him to get his act together. I think it's safe to say he's back....thoughts?
- I am officially a Michonne fan.....even though she's crazy. As Hell. She saved that box of formula (we all know how expensive that junk is!), and pretended to be a walker with zombie guts splashed all over her. Impressive.
- Can I just say that as long as you don't piss Merle off he's your greatest ally? When are these people gonna learn??
- The Gov'nah and Andrea got it on. Shocker. Single lady in a Zombie Apocalypse- what what!
- Carol is not dead and Daryl saved her. Again....shocker. Are we seeing a parallel (yeah, I just said that) between the Lori/Carl mother/son relationship with Carol/Daryl? I think Daryl thinks of Carol as a mother figure, especially with him telling Carl the story of his mother's death. And again let's just put it out there: Daryl's hot. End of story.
Enjoy your Monday, folks!
~LL
Saturday, November 17, 2012
Just call me Pizza Face
Well, it's official. I've entered middle school again. (Disclaimer: this blog entry is all over the place.)
I have 4 zits on my face right this minute. Wth?? I'm actually down from 5 so I guess it's getting better. What is going on?
Before I continue, let me give you some background: I'm blessed in that I have pretty good skin. I rarely break out, and when I do it's like one pesky little pimple and we move on. This week? I literally woke up Sunday morning with three zits. Monday? I woke up with two more. Now, Saturday night was a biggie. I met my future lovah, drank like a fish, and smoked (well more like "pretended" to smoke) 2 cigarettes. I'm sure my body/skin had no idea how to respond to the smoking, wine/liquor/beer combination since I usually can't drink but one big glass of red wine without passing out within the hour. However, this crater face I'm sporting is a little ridonk. I have a blemish underneath my right eye (how did that happen?), one on my cheek (again, how did that happen?), one under my nose, and two on my chin. I've scrubbed, masked, toned, etc. all week and only one has disappeared. I even went and bought boxed hair color and turned my whole head into a color that resembles a banana peel (Garnier Honey Butter, my ass) to try to distract from the face and have done nothing but caused more attention to it (and reminded me that when I go blonde I must be tan).
To sum it all up, I told Adam that I obviously need this for Christmas:
This Clarisonic Mia 2. Thoughts? Have you used this before? Is it a miracle performer?
We'll see...
I was going to post yesterday, but I was exhausted from little sleep, and suffering a major love hangover over RPatty after going to see the 10pm screening of Breaking Dawn 2 Thursday night. The best thing I can say: it was so fabulously cheesy and I loved every second of it!
Enjoy your Saturday!
~LL
I have 4 zits on my face right this minute. Wth?? I'm actually down from 5 so I guess it's getting better. What is going on?
Before I continue, let me give you some background: I'm blessed in that I have pretty good skin. I rarely break out, and when I do it's like one pesky little pimple and we move on. This week? I literally woke up Sunday morning with three zits. Monday? I woke up with two more. Now, Saturday night was a biggie. I met my future lovah, drank like a fish, and smoked (well more like "pretended" to smoke) 2 cigarettes. I'm sure my body/skin had no idea how to respond to the smoking, wine/liquor/beer combination since I usually can't drink but one big glass of red wine without passing out within the hour. However, this crater face I'm sporting is a little ridonk. I have a blemish underneath my right eye (how did that happen?), one on my cheek (again, how did that happen?), one under my nose, and two on my chin. I've scrubbed, masked, toned, etc. all week and only one has disappeared. I even went and bought boxed hair color and turned my whole head into a color that resembles a banana peel (Garnier Honey Butter, my ass) to try to distract from the face and have done nothing but caused more attention to it (and reminded me that when I go blonde I must be tan).
To sum it all up, I told Adam that I obviously need this for Christmas:
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| (http://www.dermatologysocal.com/products-page/clarisonic/clarisonic-mia-2-brush/) |
We'll see...
I was going to post yesterday, but I was exhausted from little sleep, and suffering a major love hangover over RPatty after going to see the 10pm screening of Breaking Dawn 2 Thursday night. The best thing I can say: it was so fabulously cheesy and I loved every second of it!
Enjoy your Saturday!
~LL
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