Tuesday, March 29, 2011

She Said It's Cold...

As a birthday gift, a certain husband of mine bought me my dream camera - a Nikon D3000! It arrived today and I couldn't wait to try it out! The hour and forty minutes it took for the battery to charge was such a looooong time! HAHA I don't think time has crawled that slow for me in quite some time ;) The best part is, I found out that this is the exact model my brother bought about 6 months ago. That way, if I have any questions, he should be able to help me :)

Here are some of the photos I took!

Me :)

Petey

Cleo

Our decorated door

Flowers

Swings


Phil

Car Dashboard

I'm officially in love! *swoon* Thanks to my wonderful hubby, Phil, for my wonderful gift!!

Now I'm waiting to do a video chat with my mama so she can help me with my dress I'm sewing. I'm hoping to have it completed by Easter! It's my first major sewing project and even though I made sure it was an easy pattern, I'm still not really sure with parts of the process. I'm opened to any and all advice about using a sewing machine.

Hope y'all are having a great Tuesday :)

"One Headlight" by The Wallflowers from Bringing Down the Horse

Monday, March 28, 2011

Let's Celebrate, Remember A Year...



As far as birthdays go, I had a really great one! The only reason it was not perfect is because my parents were 800 miles away. Other than that, I got to be with most of my closest friends and had a restful weekend!

I asked off of work on Friday so we could take our time getting up to Tulsa before rush hour/weekend traffic started. Phil and I got to sleep in, (until 8:30, but that’s still good for us!), took our time getting ready and headed up the turnpike around 12 or so. We dropped off our stuff at the in-laws and made our way to Mod’s! I had heard of this place before and just knew we’d have to check it out! We split a Guniess and strawberry gelato, I had an Under the Boardwalk with a Nutella & Banana crepe and Phil had a Jamaican Me Crazy with a Pesto Chicken Parmesan crepe. Both were very delicious and we will definitely be going back! With the day being so nice, we walked around downtown just a little bit before we headed to TU’s campus. Phil had something to take care of and it didn’t take too long. We then went to the in-laws’ house, had brisket for dinner, then went to the Brook with the lovely Annette :)



Even though Saturday was really cold and misty, I was happy with my outfit of choice. I bought this shirt and pants from Old Navy and I felt like it reflected spring as well as some of my favorite colors ;)

Of course, I had to take some photos with my favorite guy…


Luff him!

For lunch, we went to Red Lobster with my in-laws.  It was very delicious and I had crab legs, (of course!). After lunch, we went back to the house where there was a Back to the Future marathon on ABC Family!! They must have known it was my birthday ;) Plus, I got to have a FaceTime chat with my parents. It’s not the same as having them with me, but it was a good substitute!

Later in the day, we had dinner at the Melting Pot with Annette! We had the big night out course, which was delicious! Phil and I also got a glass of their Asti sparkling wine, which was really yummy! I’ll need to remember the name for later.


When we got to the table, I had a birthday card that was signed by all of the staff at the Melting Pot. It was so sweet!

Cheese fondue with two kinds of bread, apple slices, and veggies!

All the different meats, which included duck. It was heavenly…

 Our dessert fondue was changed from the White Chocolate Crème Brule, (because I don’t like white chocolate) to S’more fondue!

Plus, I got a personal birthday cheesecake slice with a pink candle. It’s like they know me! LOL


After dinner, we met up with some other friends, Alicea and Justin, and eventually my brother, at our favorite Tulsa bar, McNellie’s! I had my favorite beer, Lindemans Framboise, and we just had a great time. Of course, I partied like a 25 year old because we were home and in bed by 11:30 p.m. HAHA


Sunday we went to church, had lunch at Jason’s Deli with our friends, Abbey & Matt, (Abbey’s birthday is the day after mine!), and just had a nice relaxing afternoon.

We got home around 10:45 p.m. last night so we went straight to bed. I am so thankful for all the wishes I got in person, on facebook and twitter. I felt very special and blessed to have such great people in my life.

I do want to make a special shout-out to Mr. Jon, another good friend of ours that had a birthday yesterday too! I sure hope he had a great day :) Though, with a wife like Carrie, I’m sure they had a super amazing day!!

"Seasons of Love" by Cast of Rent from Rent Movie Soundtrack

I Bless The Rains...


*No Spoilers, I promise :)*

First of all, how sad was Army Wives?!?! Seriously... 
That's why my eyes are extra-squinty in the Vlog for today. I cried so much! It was hard to hold back with my boss within earshot! I didn't want him to think I was crazy HAHA

Second, I will be doing another post later today about my wonderful birthday weekend :) It's still really rainy/misty, but we can use all the rain we can get around here.

Third, I decided to try out the Monday Mingle today! Please enjoy!


Happy Monday!

"Africa" by Toto from Toto IV

Saturday, March 26, 2011

Take A Cha-Cha-Cha-Chance...

Saturday Morning Scene



Today is my birthday! I am officially in my mid-twenties and a quarter century old. Phil and I are in Tulsa for the weekend and staying at the in-laws. I have a favorite blanket that I use, (it's Jurassic Park themed and so comfy!), and that's what I slept with. I got to sleep in until 8 a.m., (sadly, by my definition, that's sleeping in), and woke up to some sweet birthday wishes on my facebook wall :)

The rest of the day is full of low key plans - Red Lobster for lunch with the in-laws, a video chat with the folks, dinner at The Melting Pot, (I've never been, but I get a free chocolate fondue for two for my birthday!), and a small gathering at our favorite bar, McNellie's. My brother and his girlfriend may even get to stop by!

Plus, I have a super cute birthday outfit that I'll share with you tomorrow. I hope you all have a lovely day today!!


"Birthday" by The Beatles from The White Album

Friday, March 11, 2011

I Lift My Eyes Unto The Hills...


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First and foremost, although it's going to be everywhere, I just want to say that my heart and prayers go out to everyone in Japan, HI and the west coast. Those that were in the middle of the terror and those with loved ones that were lost in the chaos. After the horrible earthquake in NZ, I couldn't imagine having a similar disaster so soon. Even if you don't pray, at least send happy/warm thoughts. We all need it :)

Secondly, I'm pretty tired of hearing people on facebook and elsewhere saying the events this year are proof that 2012 is happening. I felt the same way with Y2K. If the angels in heaven don't know when the world will end, why would we? Let it go and say something positive. In fact, facebook itself has been upsetting me more and more. I have a feeling, by the time I'm 30, my facebook will be gone. I'm a little over it.

Third, I know I've been absent lately and I have a short(ish) video blog to explain.


Happy Friday!
Peace to you,

"Praise You In This Storm" by Casting Crowns from Lifesong

But I Know What It Feels Like

This post is going to be awfully vulnerable and hard for me, but I really want to finally say it out loud. I got permission for my daughter ...