Say Anything...

There's some Nights I Can't Remember, with Friends I'll Never Forget.

 

  This night was an insane night, and this picture never fails to make me smile and laugh, not only to think about the night as a whole, but that summer, that year, the friendship I have with the guy, Kurt, in the photo.

I'm pretty sure this was an end-of-the-summer party and a way for all of our friends to get together one last time before we all headed off on our different ways, back to college, or just back to work. There were people there I hadn't seen since graduation a year earlier and people I had never thought I would see there at all (my now husband, being one of them). At least I think he was there, I might be thinking of a different party where I had a chat with an old friends girlfriend about his irrational hatred of me and my friends (It really could have all been the same party for all I know). It's really all a blur at this point, except for a few key memories that still make me laugh.

For instance, I am pretty sure we told Kurt's neighbors friend --did you follow that?-- that I was celebrating my 23rd birthday. He told me he liked the way my shirt felt. It was weird. And I was only 19 at this point. I have a lot of other photos from the party which helps to keep it all pretty fresh in my mind, but the pictures also remind me of the things that were going on around the time of the party.

The night before, me, Kurt and another friend of ours, went to a club that seemed to be mostly Japanese gals and guys. We had been to this club before and had never noticed this, but we did this time and we felt very out of place (two blonde's and a red head). Maybe it was the alcohol, but that seemed really funny to us at the time. I am sure we had some witty jokes about it, but they all seem to have escaped me over time.

Time.

A lot of time has gone by since this party and when this photo was taken. I have been married two years now and live 3 hours away. I don't talk to Kurt as much as I want to or should. There are a lot of possible changes ahead for me and I am hoping that that is something I can change in the coming year, but that is a post for another time.
 

Peace out *g*

 

 

 

 

Blogging for Scrapbookers

Today I started a new online class with Shimelle that is about blogging for scrapbookers. It is a three week class and we will be having different prompts to learn ways to expand our blogging and incorporate it with our scrapbooking.

The first prompt was to go over our intentions for the class and what we are hoping to accomplish. I am hoping to come away with a better understanding of my blog and how I can incorporate that into my scrapbooking. We have a lot of family and friends all over the county, so I would also like it to be a place where they can come and see what is going on in our life. I would like to get better about posting on a more regular basis as well, so I am hoping this will help kick start me into doing that. Although, I won't beat myself up if I don't post everyday, cause sometimes, there just isn't enough hours in the day.

Today is one of those days, so I am gonna have to leave it at that. Hopefully I will have a little more time tomorrow. 

Peace out *g* and welcome to everyone from the class!

In need of

Two years ago, our house was robbed and all of my purses (except for one) was taken. My Kate Spades and the Marc Jacobs I had got for such a steal. All gone. I have picked up some purses since, but none to replace the Kate Spade or Marc Jacobs that I lost. Since the holiday season is upon us, I thought I would share a few that will probably make my "Not very likely to get" wish list. Although Nick has been known to surprise me in the past.

From Kate Spade:

Beantown Quinn

 

Gramercy Park Stevie

 

and from Marc Jacobs:

Totally Turnlock Benny Satchel

 

Bombay Satchel

 

I guess if we are talking about getting new purses, then I might need to pick up some new shoes. I am not a huge designer shoe person, but I pretty much love all of the Manolo Blahnik's Spring 2010 line!

Who knows, maybe if I meet my weight lose goal I'll have to splurge and pick up a pair. I mean, I'm going to have to get new clothes, might as well get some new shoes as well. :)

I know it's a bit early, but do you have any crazy items on your holiday wish list?

Peace out *g*

Good tunes for a Friday...

There may or may not be some changes to the blog..hence my lack of posting, even though posting was promised. I don't want to post a ton more if I might move it all to a new blog. I'll have to see how it goes this weekend.

In the meantime, I am leaving you with this. New Kids on the Block just came on the Radio (The Right Stuff) and it is just takes me back to being in first grade and watching the hell out of the VHS of a concert of theirs that my mom bought from our neighbors garage sale. Have a nice weekend!

Peace out *g*
 

Etsy Shop Update

Hi all! 

So I have been working on several different things for my Etsy shop, Say Anything Creations, and I was planning on putting up some of the new stuff tomorrow night. I had been working all last week for that goal. 

Thursday morning though, I decided I really need to overhaul the design and look of the store itself, and that I would like to have that done before I load up all the stuff I have. It also gives me some more time to work on a lot of the other cards I have planned. I am working with someone now on the store and I am hoping to have a HUGE update when it is all said and done. I am shooting for November 1st, which will give lots of time for you to load up on all those cards for Holidays and any other occasions you are looking for. If we have already discussed me making cards for you, have no fear, I will still be completing those for you and will let you know once they are done. 

Also, stay tuned in here as I will be sharing sneak peeks of the different things I have to come. 

Thank you to everyone who has been supportive of my store. You have no idea how much I appreciate it!

Peace out *g*

Top 5 Friday

Like I promised, I am posting. Yay!

Today is Top 5 Friday and this week it is top 5 favorite foods or drinks to have in the fall.

1. Carmel Apple Cider. Preferably from Starbucks, but I'm not picky. I remember the first time I had it. I was a junior in High School and we were at the local mall killing time on a friday night. I believe I described it as "Heave in a Cup". I would still describe it that way, since I only treat myself to it once or twice a year.

2. Pumpkin Pancakes. I love pancakes. I would eat them all the time, in varying flavors, if I could. I also love to have as many pumpkin flavored things as possible during this time of year. They seemed a natural fit to me, and boy, are they ever.

3. Chili. Nick makes wonderful chili and it is my favorite, but during the fall, I'll take it anywhere I can get it. There is just something wonderful about a chilly Saturday, watching football and having a nice bowl of chili.

4. Chicken Tortilla Soup. I think this goes along with the chili. It is a hearty soup. Warm and spicy, like so many of the things we love in the fall. This reminds me, I need to make this soon!

5. Pumpkin Spice Latte. Since I can't indulge in having a Carmel Apple Cider as much as I would like, I have found this lovely drink and it is wonderful. This is one of those drinks that only comes out for a few short months a year, so I like to have it while I can.

So, these are my top 5 favorite things to have in the fall, what are yours?

Peace out *g*

Promises Promises

So, I think it goes without saying that I pretty much have been the worst blogger ever. I wanted to get back into it, but life has a way of sneaking up on you, and it just didn't seem like there were enough hours in the day.

I like blogging though, and it is something that I am going to make sure to make the time for. I don't have anything really exciting to share just at this moment, other than that I am back and blogging again. Stay tuned tomorrow!

Peace out *g*

Lovely Tuesday

I don't know when it happened or what made me start being more aware of it, but I have become more conscious of what I put in and put on me as well as the things that I do. Well, I guess I do know that it started after we moved to Pittsburgh. Once there I started taking the bus and I was glad about doing my part to have one less car off the road. Slowly, I have started to make changes and use different products. 

Recently I have found two new products and I thought this would be a good time to share them as my Lovely Tuesday items.

Lush

Lush is a cosmetics company that makes natural products, using organic fruits and vegetables, essential oils, and safe synthetics. Pictured above is the solid shampoo that I am currently using, called The Blonde. Not only does my hair feel and smell amazing, one bar is the same as (3) 150ml shampoo bottles. That could add up to a lot of waste! They even have suggestions of ways to reuse the packaging (which is made of recycled materials and not from trees) once you get your items home. I can't wait to try even more.

Zoya

I found Zoya from Plush Life is Yummy. She re-tweeted a promotion Zoya was running and, not being one to pass up on free nail polish, I checked it out. I was even more excited about it when I found out that Zoya is a toxin free nail polish. It's free of harmful chemicals, such as toluene, camphor, formaldehyde, and dibutyl phthalate (DBP), which have been known to cause cancer and birth defects.

But, how was I gonna like it once I got it? I LOVE it! I got my free nail polish and I was impressed with how nicely it went on and how great it looks once on. I spend all day on the computer and I tend to have my nail polish start to chip just a day or two after putting it on, but I haven't had any problems with the Zoya. I think I have finally found the nail polish I have been looking for. It comes in 300 different colors, so stop over at there site and find the perfect one for you!

Kashi

Yeah, I have started to eat a lot more Kashi. The Pumpkin Pie bars are my favorite, but I've enjoyed pretty much everything else that I have had from them. Wanting to be more mindful of the food I put in me came from Nick of all places. While we were looking at juices, Nick was looking at the ingredients. He started talking about wanting 100% fruit juice, with no extra sugar and junk. We eventually found some, but the whole conversation stuck with me and it really made sense. This has been the hardest thing for me to change, mainly since it meant changing how I eat. I started with Kashi and choosing organic fruits and veggies, and I have made the change to where almost everything I buy is either all natural with little or no preservatives and as little added sugar as possible. Like I said, it was hard and took a while, but I am here now though, and I have never felt better. 

And the thing that really helped kick start all of this change in me over the last year and a half...

I take the bus. Yeah, I take it because parking is expensive and I live really close, but I am really glad that I do. Not only do I save money, but I am helping the environment by keeping one more car off the road.

I had a great weekend with my parents. Once my mom sends me some pictures, I will share them here. I got some much needed sun and I don't look quite as pale. Off to watch more 30 Rock on DVD so have a good night!

Peace out *g*

Friday Top 5

I love listening to good, upbeat music on Fridays. Maybe because it reminds me of getting ready to go out with friends and riding around town, or just the end of the week. This weeks Top 5 is the top 5 songs I love to listen to on a Friday, to get ready for the weekend.

1. Bette Davis Eyes - Kim Carnes

2.Rock Lobster - B52s

3. Dead Man's Party - Oingo Boingo

4. Goonies are Good Enough - Cyndi Lauper

5. I Believe in a Thing Called Love - The Darkness

What are some of your favorite songs on a Friday??

My parents are in town this weekend, so this may be the last time you hear from me until Monday. Have a fun one!

Peace out *g*

Meet our newest family member!

While on Nicks way to Hadley, MA on Monday he almost ran over something and stopped to see what it was. When he opened his door to see, it was a small kitten and it hopped right into the car. Needless to say, once it did that, he was ours. Nick bought some stuff to feed him and clean him up and took him to the vet. They confirmed that it was in fact a boy, around 6 weeks old, and weighs a little less than 2 lbs. He is in good health overall, but did have a bit of a cold that they gave him some medicine for. We have named our other pets after movie characters we like and it is no different with our newest little guy. His name is Hicks, after Michael Biehns character in Aliens.

I can't wait to meet this little guy in person. Nick will be out of town until the end of next week, so I'll just have to be patient.

Peace out *g*