Weekend Wrap & First day

This past weekend was the last weekend before the craziness of school!  Friday started out with a birthday lunch for Grannie. I love birthdays & I think it's always a MUST to celebrate, no matter the age!

 

Friday evening was a long overdue GIRLS NIGHT! We headed to Lytle for margs & lots of laughs. We are all going in different directions with college, starting careers & so we had lots of catching up to do.

 

Also, Today is Malarie's birthday.Happy birthday sweet girl!

 

 

The weekend ended with a yummy lunch at my grandparents & a little fishing that afternoon. The fish weren't biting but the cool/cloudy weather made up for it! No pictures...because this sista girl was looking rough! (maybe I scared off the fish HA!)

 

 

Today was the first day of school for many! 3 more semesters & I'll be done with college.   I can't wait for the first day to have my own classroom & meet all my sweet students! As for now, It's time to get back into a routine. (or should I say craziness, filled with lots of lesson plans, projects & whatever life throws at me!)

 

Reminding myself~ to count my blessings & how privileged I am to be able to go to school! (even with the going gets tough!)

 

 

Happy new school year friends!

 

 



Happy Birthday Grannie!

 

 



She's a mom, friend, sister & a Christian lady. She's the most giving person that I know. She's definitely Type A (this one woman is organized, never late & always gets things done early & is ALWAYS lending a helping hand.) I'll admit it..I'm beginning to realize I am taking after my Grannie quite a bit. She's my inspiration and I'm following her footsteps into the education world.

 

She's my GRANNIE & the sweest lady in the world.

Happy Birthday sweet lady! Thanks for all your love and support. Our family couldn't make it without you.

A day late

Yeah, I know..It's Thursday evening (which I'm definitely not complaining) but I'm still going to do WILW. I've been lacking on my blogging, so I'm trying to get back on my game y'all!

It's that time of year again! I know you've all seen the school supply aisle. While most people avoid it..thats the first section I head towards. New school supplies are so fun  & every child needs them. Look for donation boxes at your local grocery stores or your child's school to help donate to children in need. (Colorful folders, brand new markers, freshly sharp pencils..be still my teacher loving heart!!)

 

With all the big school supply ranting...of course, FALL IS COMING! Yes, I'm a Texas girl I can catch a 4 pound bass fish, & shoot a gun but when it comes to the texas heat, it's right along side driving a stick shift truck. (In other words: it's a tough battle y'all!) I am definitely a cool weather loving girl. (cold weather, boots, scarfs, hot chocolate, leopard blanket=LOVE) Infact, I just got a steal on some fabulous new leopard house shoes. (A must for the cold weather)

  

I know you all pinterest lovers have seen this fabulous outfit & JEWELRY! So when I came across this layered gold link bracelet for 30% off at Express..I had to have it! The picture doesn't look too fabulous..but trust me it's much cuter in person.

I got my first piece of Jon Hart last year and I LOVE IT. I got the left bank tote in ocean blue with my named monogrammed on it. I don't use a purse much when I'm going to school..I just use my JH tote for everything. I've been longing for this JH pouch for a while. It's pretty cheap, I just haven't gotten around to getting it. Everyone needs a little back to school present...right? (I'm sure Grannie will think so too!)



Remember this chevron beauty? Well I'm still LOVING it but I'd LOVE it even more if it was still on my suitcase! Unfortunately, the only pit of my trip to Ohio was my missing luggage tag. It either was stolen or fell off? However, the plastic tye which attaches it to the zipper was still there when I picked up my bag at the baggage claim. Stolen- I hope they enjoy my initials, address & Texas girl quote on it. (Maybe, just maybe they really needed it to complete a new fabulous outfit..& I did them a HUGE favor..right?) Lost- It has my address on the back, maybe a sweet chevron loving soul will mail it back to me! (wishful thinking, I know!)

A special guy is moving and of course that calls for a MOVING GIFT BASKET. I have some towels & cooking supplies in this first basket. (Note: those are cream colored towels NOT light pink. My sister had a quick laugh when she thought I was giving a guy light pink towels.) In the second gift basket(not shown yet) I have a couple of cute pictures/quotes framed, decorative initial letters, school supplies (duh!), & snacks!

As much as I love new school supplies & the fall season, I'm still soaking up these last few days of summer. Next week I'll be finishing up my own school supply shopping, & getting my closet organized. It's time to get back into a routine y'all & I'm ready!

For those of you starting back to school soon: enjoy your LAST weekend. It's TAX FREE. (a good excuse to go shopping? or would you rather pay the extra Tax & avoid the crowd?)



I'm back

Last Tuesday, I was barely awake when I had to catch my early flight to OHIO! ( A sprinkled donut for breakfast in DFW was a must.) I was finally reunited with my seester & we had a blast all week long. I have lots of pictures of our week but I could kick myself for not taking pictures of her house. (She's a decorator, artist & a photographer, the best cook in the world...in other words she's FABULOUS. Sorry boys she's happily married!) I'm pretty luck to have such a talented sister. Also, I  have some exciting news coming soon!

A quick recap of photos. More to come soon. (I may have spent an hour on this post trying to figure out how to get my pictures from my iphone to my windows laptop & available to edit. PHEW!) As much as I love Texas, I wasn't ready to come back home! Only a couple of more weeks and school will be starting. I'm actually ready to get back in a routine etc. (I'll probably regretting say that after I have 5 projects due)

Update on the planner: I honestly haven't been shopping for a new planner yet. I plan to check around town but I'm pretty much sold on this

You can personalize the planner which makes it something you'll love & use a lot. If you like it, buy it here. I'll let ya know what I decide (not sure why It's always so hard for me to order stuff online verses in the store where, I just grab things off the shelves like a wild woman)

Coming soon: Framing quotes & a moving gift basket.



I hope I don't forget something

It's that time of year again. Tomorrow, I'm heading to see the sister! I'm not a big world traveler but I enjoy it when I get the chance. Whats on the agenda for sister week? Shopping, lunch dates, arts/crafts, annual sister pictures (which make fabulous gifts all year around) & lots of fun. Also I get to see my niece & nephew (more on those sweet nugs, soon!)

My bags are pretty much packed! Can't believe I fit 8 outfits, 5 pairs of shoes & several workout clothes all in one bag. (GO ME!) Also- I'm loving my TR luggage tag.

Not pictured: The new fabulous leopard ipad zip up case. (Definitely wont be forgetting that, I gotta keep track of my fav bloggers)

Every time I travel, I always say "I hope I don't forget something". So I always over pack, but ya never know what ya might need.



One of my favorite quotes! Considering, I'm usually dressed up..even if i'm just heading to the grocery store. (not necessarily too impress anyone, just makes ME feel good) If you like the actual print & want to buy it, go here. Or you could just DIY (Upcoming posts:framing quotes).

              I also couldn't leave for a week without a lunch date with my favorite guy.

Whether I like it or not, school will be starting again soon. Don't get me wrong, I love this time of year. (I'm going to be a teacher, I've gotta love school..right?) Especially August- new school supplies, the feeling of starting a new routine, football season, THE WEATHER. So, I am looking for a cute planner. Last year- I found a last minute one at Office Depot. I liked it but I want my new planner to be a bit more personalized. I've looked through etsy but just can't seem to fine the perfect one for me. Yes, If I was a loving wife & mama of 2 boys & 1 girl (I'm not planning or anything, HA) then I'd love an Erin Condren Planner. As for now, I'm just a college girl who needs to write down when my next test or lunch date will be.

Any ideas on where to find fun personalized planners??  Or any must have school supplies?( I'm a sucker for cute school supplies..I guess that's just the teacher in me.)

Have a good rest of the week.

Bench

I finally headed to Hobby Lobby & Walmart and got the supplies I needed for the bench. I tried to sand it..(ha. between the loud noise & worrying about my shellac nails, the story ends there) I did paint it turquoise and got pretty leopard happy. (What'd you expect from this leopard loving girl?) My moms favorite quote is "Life is Good", so I painted it on the bench. 3 hours & 8 mosquitoe bites later, it's FINISHED! (No wonder it's considered my mom's bench. I've never been the "outdoorsy" type.)

Before-

After ( told ya, I got leopard happy!)

I watch GMA in the mornings and love the Deals & Steals. They show the DS arond 8:15 and you can go online and order whatever you like, with the code. Go here to check it out. I finally received my first Deal & Steal from GMA- Textile & Republic product. You can pick the design, colors, letters etc.

My fabulous luggage tag (on the back it says a fun quote & my address) I'm ready to use it for my trip next week!

Also-My new iphone cover. I am very pleased with how they turned out! (I'm slightly obssesed with the Chevron pattern these days!)

The week has gone by so fast! Of course, I'm loving today because it's FRIDAY! The whole weekend is ahead. I'm headed to  my traditional Friday lunch date with my mom. (& ignore the fact I have tons of laundry to hang up, outfits to pickout out for my trip next week, etc.)

Enjoy your weekend!

   

Summer days

As much as I love winter & cold temperatures, the summer hasn't been so bad. I'm finally getting over the anxiety of worrying about preparing lessons, or making powerpoint presentations. My new busy is finding what I'm going to wear to the next social event. (that is a whole new anxiety level of it's own, for this fashion loving girl!) Remember the post about painting the bench? Well between my busy schedule of sleeping in, (as if I was still a social loving teenager in highschool ) my shopping dilemas, & pool time..I plan on getting started soon! (after I head to lowes/ hobby lobby for supplies & buy a million  other things I DON'T need)

Love me some pool time in this Texas heat.

(I know you all can't wait for a video blog about how to have perfect hair at the pool. HA:)

I've also been loving lunch dates with this spunky guy! He takes orders from the princess. (no wonder he's my favorite in the family!)

No doubt this picture completely describes us. Never a dull moment.

Ya know that bestfriend you talk to like 5 times a day, & you can talk about anything in the world? The one who will go out with you in public, even when you look like a HOT MESS. The one who is completely honest with you and gives you the best advice (even when you don't want to hear it) The one who had to put with you being a bratty/whiney little sister. The one who you totally admire as being the perfect wife. Yeah...well that person for me is my SISTER! We talk/text quite a few times a day & this week she is on a cruise! (In other words-she can't talk to me unless she wants to pay a billion dollars a day) I am missing my partner in crime (well maybe I shouldn't use those exact words, considering she's one of those people who hasn't ever stepped on an ant running across the sidewalk, or cut in line at the grocery store) but you get the idea.

 Hope your having a lovely vacation sissy! A couple more weeks, Ill be heading to her house for some sister time. (more on that soon!)


This post could not be anymore RANDOM! But do any of you watch Dance Moms on Lifetime? (I won't deny it..every Tuesday at 8pm, I'm ready for a cat fight. Favorite dances moms=Christy & Kelly..no doubt! Don't even ask this future teacher's opinion about the fiesty Abby Lee Miller) It's that time again...Moolenium Crunch in hand, ready for some DM!