The Husband has a job that requires him to work overnight once in a while. Sometimes he has to travel long distances to these jobs and other times he has to travel long distances AND stay one or two nights to get it finished. I know he hates doing these kinds of jobs and I know he yearns for the day when he no longer has to take them, but today is not that day. Tonight is another overnight job, but luckily it's not too far away and he'll be home sometime in the wee hours of tomorrow morning.
While my husband is slaving away tonight, I will be at home, alone (well, not completely alone. Our Yorkie, Samson, will be there too, but he mostly sleeps on our bed even when we are there. Lazy bum!). I will be enjoying my relaxing evening of laundry and TV that he hates to watch. I will be in control of the remote and I can't wait! Sorry, Husband, but it's the truth. You hate these jobs, and I love them. Does that make me an awful wife? I LOVE being home with him and I really dislike sleeping without him, but I relish these nights of quiet and doing whatever I want around the house.
Speaking of TV that The Husband won't watch...The Jersey Shore: Season 2 starts tomorrow night and I. CANNOT. WAIT!!!
Wednesday, July 28, 2010
Thursday, July 15, 2010
My Favorite Things: Kate Spade Handbags
I LOVE handbags! Like shoes, they can really add to an outfit. Also like shoes, they fit everyone. I am not a size 2 girl - I'm not even a size 10 girl - but all handbags fit me. Handbags do not discriminate to the thin-challenged and that's why I love them. While I've always lusted after Prada, Chanel or Balenciaga, they are definitely way out of my price range. While I keep the hope alive that I will one day own a bag of that stature, nowadays I keep more to Coach, Marc Jacobs and Michael Kors. For the last few years, I've been really into Kate Spade. She makes Timeless, amazing bags with great patterns and bright colors. Here are some of my current favorites:
Cornelia Street Noel Stevie - I have always loved, loved, loved the Noel pattern. Have seriously lusted after it since seeing a handbag my friend carried many years ago. This gorgeous bag has the Noel pattern, but it is sparkly! The material has a gorgeous sheen to it that totally dresses up this bag. Plus, it's roomier and the handles are long enough to be either a handbag or be carried on your shoulder. Love it!
Splodge Dot Small Seraphine - Love everything about this bag! Love the pattern, love the material, love the grosgrain ribbon handles and bow. I saw this bag in Nordstrom's over the weekend and just fell in complete lust. It's a great subsitute for a basic black bag for the fall and winter. Plus, the nylon material makes it easier to take care of. Nordstrom's also had it in purple and it was just as gorgeous.
La Casita Ginnifer - This bright, over the shoulder hobo bag is to die for! Not only is it roomy enough for your day to day needs, but it also makes a great travel bag. Lots of interior and exterior pockets to store the essentials. The bag is made from a smooth leather and also comes in Kiwi, a gorgeous shade of green. One of the best parts about this bag is the brightly colored striped material used for the interior, making this bag just as fun on the inside as it is on the outside!
Foiled Again Allana - This is a brand spanking new bag and I have to say...GORGE!!! I am so taken with the shiny silver (and black and bronze)! It's got a lightweight snake-embossed metallic that injects a shot of vibrancy into an anything-but-basic tote.
Pitrizzia Dot Louis - Sporting bright polka dots on slub linen on the outside, a bright yellow inside, and bold patten leather handles, this bag really shines in the summer! It's a perfect grab and go bag, but can also be used for work or nights out. The open top closure is perfect to keep everything you need close at hand.This bag also comes with a black/mocha dot pattern, but I don't really care for those colors against the linen.
Night Sky Large Tote - While a bit large, this bag seems to be the perfect addition to any night on the town or wedding. The sequins and bow really dress it up and it would partner great with many evening outfits.
Grosgrain Plisse Priti - yes, another black bag. However, this one is just so darn cute! As the website says: this slim tote strikes a charming balance between practical and feminine, making it equally ideal for a saturday shopping or an evening when a clutch just won't do.
I actually own this bag and absolutely adore it! The grosgrain ribbon ruffles gives such an awesome twist to the basic black bag and I have received so many compliments. The light gold chain straps with cracked patten leather handles gives the bag a nice feel, without being too heavy. There is also cracked patten leather trim around the top of the bag. The inside has a creme cotton or linen material embossed with gold metallic dots. Gorgeous!
Bow Regard Maryanne - This beautiful bag is made with metallic leather and is accented with a grosgrain ribbon bow (again with the bow...I never realized I was such a fan). The longer handles allow you to either place it over the shoulder or carry it satchel style. Grosgrain ribbon is intwined throughout the light gold chain straps and the handles are also metallic leather. The inside is a congrasting light color with metallic gold dots, just like the Grosgrain Plisse Priti. It's a roomy bag, allowing you to carry all your essentials with you.
So friends, that's just a...um...few of my favorite current Kate Spade bags. I am in the process of deciding between the silver Foiled Again Allana. the La Casita Ginnifer and the black Splodge Dot Small Seraphine. Seriously, what's a girl to do?!?
Cornelia Street Noel Stevie - I have always loved, loved, loved the Noel pattern. Have seriously lusted after it since seeing a handbag my friend carried many years ago. This gorgeous bag has the Noel pattern, but it is sparkly! The material has a gorgeous sheen to it that totally dresses up this bag. Plus, it's roomier and the handles are long enough to be either a handbag or be carried on your shoulder. Love it!
Splodge Dot Small Seraphine - Love everything about this bag! Love the pattern, love the material, love the grosgrain ribbon handles and bow. I saw this bag in Nordstrom's over the weekend and just fell in complete lust. It's a great subsitute for a basic black bag for the fall and winter. Plus, the nylon material makes it easier to take care of. Nordstrom's also had it in purple and it was just as gorgeous. 
La Casita Ginnifer - This bright, over the shoulder hobo bag is to die for! Not only is it roomy enough for your day to day needs, but it also makes a great travel bag. Lots of interior and exterior pockets to store the essentials. The bag is made from a smooth leather and also comes in Kiwi, a gorgeous shade of green. One of the best parts about this bag is the brightly colored striped material used for the interior, making this bag just as fun on the inside as it is on the outside!
Foiled Again Allana - This is a brand spanking new bag and I have to say...GORGE!!! I am so taken with the shiny silver (and black and bronze)! It's got a lightweight snake-embossed metallic that injects a shot of vibrancy into an anything-but-basic tote.
Pitrizzia Dot Louis - Sporting bright polka dots on slub linen on the outside, a bright yellow inside, and bold patten leather handles, this bag really shines in the summer! It's a perfect grab and go bag, but can also be used for work or nights out. The open top closure is perfect to keep everything you need close at hand.This bag also comes with a black/mocha dot pattern, but I don't really care for those colors against the linen.
Night Sky Large Tote - While a bit large, this bag seems to be the perfect addition to any night on the town or wedding. The sequins and bow really dress it up and it would partner great with many evening outfits.
Grosgrain Plisse Priti - yes, another black bag. However, this one is just so darn cute! As the website says: this slim tote strikes a charming balance between practical and feminine, making it equally ideal for a saturday shopping or an evening when a clutch just won't do.I actually own this bag and absolutely adore it! The grosgrain ribbon ruffles gives such an awesome twist to the basic black bag and I have received so many compliments. The light gold chain straps with cracked patten leather handles gives the bag a nice feel, without being too heavy. There is also cracked patten leather trim around the top of the bag. The inside has a creme cotton or linen material embossed with gold metallic dots. Gorgeous!
Bow Regard Maryanne - This beautiful bag is made with metallic leather and is accented with a grosgrain ribbon bow (again with the bow...I never realized I was such a fan). The longer handles allow you to either place it over the shoulder or carry it satchel style. Grosgrain ribbon is intwined throughout the light gold chain straps and the handles are also metallic leather. The inside is a congrasting light color with metallic gold dots, just like the Grosgrain Plisse Priti. It's a roomy bag, allowing you to carry all your essentials with you.So friends, that's just a...um...few of my favorite current Kate Spade bags. I am in the process of deciding between the silver Foiled Again Allana. the La Casita Ginnifer and the black Splodge Dot Small Seraphine. Seriously, what's a girl to do?!?
Tuesday, July 13, 2010
M.I.A.
I have been away on vacation for 10 days and then came home this past weekend only to have a family emergency come up with The Husband's aunt and grandma. I am swamped with work and coping with our family tragedy, so I will be away for a few more days. I am also working on a few new posts...not that one single soul is reading besides me :) How do I get people here!?!?
Thursday, June 17, 2010
Some favorite things
littlemissmatched Zany Tossed White Flip Flops
The Husband and I were visiting Disney World back in April with my family and we found this store at Downtown Disney West Side. It is the CUTEST store! They have rows and rows of socks in sets of 3 and they are all mismatched, yet somehow they all go together. You might get three white socks, but one might have polka dots, one might have stripes and the other might have zig zags, but they are all in the same colors so they totally go. They also have underwear, clothing, pajamas, accessories and all sorts of bags. I found these flip flops and instantly fell in love! Visit the website and you will find even more cute stuff - boots, bedding, clothing, and furniture. While there are no Little Miss Matched stores in my area, there is one store up north that carries some of her merchandise and I can't wait to visit when The Husband and I head up that way over the Fourth of July!
Yankee Candle Pumpkin Pie
I know some people detest Yankee Candle, but I love them. Sure, they are prices, but I try to buy them with coupons at Bed Bath and Beyond or when they are on sale. I really like that they come in a glass jar with a pretty silver lid. Sure, I could do without the picture on the front, but I can always turn it around so I can't see it :) I also feel like they last longer and burn pretty even. My favorite scents are Pumpkin Pie and Pumpkin Spice. I know these are fall scents, but I burn them all year long!
Old Navy Metallic Flip Flops
I wear flip flops most of the summer and am always looking for new styles and colors. Last year, I came across Old Navy Metallic Flip Flops and now find myself owning a pair in silver, black, gold and a steel gray color. They are awesome and a nice way to dress up my cute summer outfits.
Bath & Body Works Anti-Bacterial Deep Cleansing Hand Soap
I am such a fan of the Bath & Body works soap line. My favorite is the deep cleansing soap with the little microbeads in them. I wash my hands quite often throughout the day and I don't feel that this soap dries them out as much. Plus, my hands smell great when I'm washing them and after, too! They have a ton of scents, as well as different kinds of soaps (aromatherapy, foaming, moisturinzing, etc.) and I really do like all of them. My favorite scents are Kitchen Spice and Coconut Lime Verbena.
Coppertone Oil Free Sunblock
I have fairly white skin, but I wasn't always careful when in the sun. About 10 years ago, while in Florida, I was being extra idiotic and used an oil (with very low SPF) to tan and ended up with a awful rash - red, hot and itchy bumps. It came back that summer and I went to the dermatologist to get it checked out. Turns out it wasn't sun poisoning, but something else with a name I cannot remember now. Afterward, I always tried to be careful, but the rash kept coming back. Definitely not as bad as the first time, only in a few small places, but still, it was there. While vacationing in North Carolina one year, I noticed that the rash would all but disappear once I showered after a long day of sun and lots of sunblock. I came to the conclusion that the rash was being caused by clogged pores from all the oils in the lotions I was using! I discovered this sunblock and haven't used anything else since! The lotion is light, rubs in easily, and the bumbs haven't been back once. Results! I seriously love this stuff and stock up each summer. I believe it comes in SPF 15, 30 and 45.
The Husband and I were visiting Disney World back in April with my family and we found this store at Downtown Disney West Side. It is the CUTEST store! They have rows and rows of socks in sets of 3 and they are all mismatched, yet somehow they all go together. You might get three white socks, but one might have polka dots, one might have stripes and the other might have zig zags, but they are all in the same colors so they totally go. They also have underwear, clothing, pajamas, accessories and all sorts of bags. I found these flip flops and instantly fell in love! Visit the website and you will find even more cute stuff - boots, bedding, clothing, and furniture. While there are no Little Miss Matched stores in my area, there is one store up north that carries some of her merchandise and I can't wait to visit when The Husband and I head up that way over the Fourth of July!
Yankee Candle Pumpkin Pie
I know some people detest Yankee Candle, but I love them. Sure, they are prices, but I try to buy them with coupons at Bed Bath and Beyond or when they are on sale. I really like that they come in a glass jar with a pretty silver lid. Sure, I could do without the picture on the front, but I can always turn it around so I can't see it :) I also feel like they last longer and burn pretty even. My favorite scents are Pumpkin Pie and Pumpkin Spice. I know these are fall scents, but I burn them all year long!
Old Navy Metallic Flip Flops
I wear flip flops most of the summer and am always looking for new styles and colors. Last year, I came across Old Navy Metallic Flip Flops and now find myself owning a pair in silver, black, gold and a steel gray color. They are awesome and a nice way to dress up my cute summer outfits.
Bath & Body Works Anti-Bacterial Deep Cleansing Hand Soap
I am such a fan of the Bath & Body works soap line. My favorite is the deep cleansing soap with the little microbeads in them. I wash my hands quite often throughout the day and I don't feel that this soap dries them out as much. Plus, my hands smell great when I'm washing them and after, too! They have a ton of scents, as well as different kinds of soaps (aromatherapy, foaming, moisturinzing, etc.) and I really do like all of them. My favorite scents are Kitchen Spice and Coconut Lime Verbena.
Coppertone Oil Free Sunblock
I have fairly white skin, but I wasn't always careful when in the sun. About 10 years ago, while in Florida, I was being extra idiotic and used an oil (with very low SPF) to tan and ended up with a awful rash - red, hot and itchy bumps. It came back that summer and I went to the dermatologist to get it checked out. Turns out it wasn't sun poisoning, but something else with a name I cannot remember now. Afterward, I always tried to be careful, but the rash kept coming back. Definitely not as bad as the first time, only in a few small places, but still, it was there. While vacationing in North Carolina one year, I noticed that the rash would all but disappear once I showered after a long day of sun and lots of sunblock. I came to the conclusion that the rash was being caused by clogged pores from all the oils in the lotions I was using! I discovered this sunblock and haven't used anything else since! The lotion is light, rubs in easily, and the bumbs haven't been back once. Results! I seriously love this stuff and stock up each summer. I believe it comes in SPF 15, 30 and 45.
It's official!
We are currently homeless!!!It's been a long couple of weeks, but we closed on our condo and are all moved out. There was drama with our association/board and management company right up until close (of course) - the tried to slap us with a last minute $500 transfer fee! Our real estate agent said $500 is unheard of, outrageous and the highest transfer fee she's ever seen has been around $150. RIDICULOUS!
Anyways, we are temporarily staying in a condo my parents own and where my grandma stays when she comes down for the winter. Most of our things are in storage and we have a few things with us at the condo. It's weird, really. While we'll be calling this place home for the next four or so months, I don't think we'll ever feel settled or comfortable, especially since we don't have all of our "things" around us. We are both very anxious to find a house and start this new chapter of our lives!
Anyways, we are temporarily staying in a condo my parents own and where my grandma stays when she comes down for the winter. Most of our things are in storage and we have a few things with us at the condo. It's weird, really. While we'll be calling this place home for the next four or so months, I don't think we'll ever feel settled or comfortable, especially since we don't have all of our "things" around us. We are both very anxious to find a house and start this new chapter of our lives!
Friday, June 4, 2010
Movin' Out!!!
So, this weekend is the big day(s) - The Husband and I are moving out of the condo! For now, we'll be moving into another condo that belongs to my parents. They rent it to my grandma during the winter months, but since it's now summer, my grandma has moved back up north and the condo sits empty. We'll be there temporarily while we save and search for our new home.
Tomorrow we'll be moving the big stuff - furniture, bed, etc. - and then the smaller stuff will follow in the days to come. If the bed goes tomorrow, that means tonight will be the last night I spend at my first home. Sure, I can't stand most of my neighbors and I can't wait until we are out from under their thumb, but I still get a little teary-eyed just thinking about it. I've been praying for this day to come for the last 3.5 years, but now that it's here, I'm scared. It all seems to be happening so fast, but then not fast at all. It's such a weird feeling. This condo is where I first lived, on my own and alone. I was my own roommate for 6.5 years and I'm sad to watch this part of my life become my past.
Tomorrow we'll be moving the big stuff - furniture, bed, etc. - and then the smaller stuff will follow in the days to come. If the bed goes tomorrow, that means tonight will be the last night I spend at my first home. Sure, I can't stand most of my neighbors and I can't wait until we are out from under their thumb, but I still get a little teary-eyed just thinking about it. I've been praying for this day to come for the last 3.5 years, but now that it's here, I'm scared. It all seems to be happening so fast, but then not fast at all. It's such a weird feeling. This condo is where I first lived, on my own and alone. I was my own roommate for 6.5 years and I'm sad to watch this part of my life become my past.
Thursday, June 3, 2010
Samson
Samson is our 2-year-old male Yorkie. He is a complete handful, but such a sweetheart and we absolutely love him and can't imagine our lives without him. I know that for a fact, because yesterday he got sick. Really sick. And I thought my world was crumbling. I instantly teared up at work and The Husband had to say "Don't cry, it'll be alright."
We spent the weekend up north, visiting my grandmother. Samson is able to run free up there, without a leash. While I love giving him the freedom, there is nothing we can do about his uncontrollable urge to eat anything and everything if he doesn't have a leash on. We caught him a few times, chomping on something disgusting I'm sure.
Cut to Monday, Memorial Day. He started having bathroom issues. Being small, his stomach can be sensitive at times. It wasn't anything out of the ordinary, so we just figured he had upset his stomach a bit and it would play itself out. Come Wednesday morning, he began whining about a half hour earlier then normal. I tried to go back to sleep, but his whining became louder and more urgent. I got up, went to the bathroom and got his stuff ready to take him out (leash, bag, etc.). I let him out of his crate and he ran to the door. I followed and went to put my flip flops on, but they werent by the door. I had to run back into the bedroom and 2 seconds later, when I came out, Samson had already gone #2 on the carpet. It was a mess! The Husband got up and cleaned it up while I took the dog outside to finish. Samson immediately hunched over again - 3 times in total while outside - and went again.
When we came back inside, we both knew he wasn't feeling his best. I said I thought we should put him in the bathroom while we are at work in case he has problems, but The Husband expected to be home early and put him in his crate. Well, maybe he'll change his mind next time, because when The Husband got home later that afternoon, Samson had gone all in his crate, uncontrollably! Poor little guy!
We were told to rush him to the vet, in case he was dehydrated. Of course, our regular vet had gone home for the day so we had to go to an emergency vet. Awesome. After an hour and a half and one accident on the floor of the exam room, The Husband and Samson left for home. We found out that Samson has an overgrowth of bacteria in his stomach and intestines. A kind of bacteria that comes from only one place. Turns out our cute, little guy has a fondness for chomping on dead animal carcass. Sweet.
P.S. - Samson seems to be doing better this morning. He hasn't gone #2 since yesterday, which is a little weird considering he goes every morning, but maybe he's just got nothing left at the moment.
We spent the weekend up north, visiting my grandmother. Samson is able to run free up there, without a leash. While I love giving him the freedom, there is nothing we can do about his uncontrollable urge to eat anything and everything if he doesn't have a leash on. We caught him a few times, chomping on something disgusting I'm sure.
Cut to Monday, Memorial Day. He started having bathroom issues. Being small, his stomach can be sensitive at times. It wasn't anything out of the ordinary, so we just figured he had upset his stomach a bit and it would play itself out. Come Wednesday morning, he began whining about a half hour earlier then normal. I tried to go back to sleep, but his whining became louder and more urgent. I got up, went to the bathroom and got his stuff ready to take him out (leash, bag, etc.). I let him out of his crate and he ran to the door. I followed and went to put my flip flops on, but they werent by the door. I had to run back into the bedroom and 2 seconds later, when I came out, Samson had already gone #2 on the carpet. It was a mess! The Husband got up and cleaned it up while I took the dog outside to finish. Samson immediately hunched over again - 3 times in total while outside - and went again.
When we came back inside, we both knew he wasn't feeling his best. I said I thought we should put him in the bathroom while we are at work in case he has problems, but The Husband expected to be home early and put him in his crate. Well, maybe he'll change his mind next time, because when The Husband got home later that afternoon, Samson had gone all in his crate, uncontrollably! Poor little guy!
We were told to rush him to the vet, in case he was dehydrated. Of course, our regular vet had gone home for the day so we had to go to an emergency vet. Awesome. After an hour and a half and one accident on the floor of the exam room, The Husband and Samson left for home. We found out that Samson has an overgrowth of bacteria in his stomach and intestines. A kind of bacteria that comes from only one place. Turns out our cute, little guy has a fondness for chomping on dead animal carcass. Sweet.
P.S. - Samson seems to be doing better this morning. He hasn't gone #2 since yesterday, which is a little weird considering he goes every morning, but maybe he's just got nothing left at the moment.
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