Monday, September 30, 2013

Tweet Your Congressman

I'm not a political person. For better or worse, I just don't pay too much attention to what goes on in Washington on a daily basis. Unless it's in satire form on the Colbert Report.

But there have been a few times over the past couple years I couldn't help but become impassioned over our political system. It makes me beyond upset, livid even, that we have members of congress going to work and not getting their job done. If I went to work every day never followed through on a huge project for my biggest (or only) client, I would be fired in a heartbeat. But somehow we have Congressmen and women that can't come to a resolution or compromise, thus risking the shut down of our government. Not that they would feel it. Even if the government shuts down, I bet they still get paid.

Anyways, I am sure you have your own opinions and I am not here to color them one way or the other. I am not smart enough or informed enough to tell you what to think. However, if you are as fed up as I am, I encourage you to do something about it. Tweet or email your congressman an express your displeasure and frustration. It is their job to represent you, after all. I think they forget that sometimes.


Twitter handles were obtained here.

If you would like to email your Congressman, you can fill out the contact form for your Senator or Representative here.

So often I never really think that I can do something or make a difference. And, maybe I can't. But I never will unless I try, right?


Friday, September 27, 2013

Weekend Block Party

Welcome to the Weekend Block Party! Will we hit 100 links this week? Share a picture of your weekend ahead, tag #blogblockparty in your Twitter and Instagram updates, and visit some of the lovely blogs below. We look forward to networking with you! Visit our Facebook for blog tips and tricks, ask a blogging questions, and join the conversation!

This weekend I am getting my hair cut and colored one last time before the wedding! Eeeek! I remember scheduling this appointment 8 weeks ago and thinking, "I can't believe the wedding is almost here." And now it really is almost here.



So, what are you doing for Happy Hour? Click to tweet about the Block Party!
Like our new look? Add our new button to your link up page & let us know that you did! 
 
Weekend Block Party Blog Linkup  
Meet your AMAZING hostesses: Ellie from Creative Geekery Rachel from Can't Google Everything & North East Bloggers Network Krystal from Krystal's Kitsch AND Sunny Soirees Lindsey from Follow the Ruels Want a spot on our Weekend Block Party Blog Crush Board? We will be choosing from the Bloglovin' list so make sure you are listed there so we can crush on YOU! 
 
Bloglovin Blog Facebook Blog
Twitter Blog Google Plus + Blog Pinterest Blog ETSY Blog Instagram Blog

Thursday, September 26, 2013

Friday Favorites

Today marks two weeks. Two weeks until.....the premiere of Machete Kills (the follow up to the award winning, critically acclaimed Machete staring Lindsay Lohan)!!

Obviously. I am not sure what other important things might be happening in two weeks.

Here are my favorites for the week! Link up with Jennie and me and share your favorites!
Make sure you grab a button, follow your host, and say hello to other bloggers! 

FAVORITE RECIPES
Fresh Tomato and Onion Jam via Serious Eats
Potato, Chorizo, and Spinach Tacos via Serious Eats

FAVORITE POST
Working From Home Problems via Savvy Sugar
 I can totally relate to all of this. Except the cat. 

FAVORITE VIDEO
#LOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLO


FAVORITE IDEA EVER
PB&J 2.0

FAVORITE OUTFIT
Olivia Polermo

What were you favorites from the week??

Wednesday, September 25, 2013

Sock Hop

Skirt: Asos, Sweater: Old Navy (old, similar), Shoes: Steve Madden (similar), Bag: Target, Watch, Kate Spade


The minute B saw me in the outfit he started asking what time the sock hop was. I think it was the bow in the hair. That was probably over kill. But it was fun playing up the '50s vibe with the full skirt and sweater. And that is a decade I am all for bringing back into style. Enough with the '80s neon and the '90 flannel. Let's bring back big skirts!


Tuesday, September 24, 2013

Wedding Gifts

One of the best parts of the lead up to the wedding has been all the gifts we have been getting. Who knew plates and silverware could be so exciting? But seriously, we are running out of room for everything. First world problems, right?

But this post isn't about wedding gifts for us. That's boring. This post is about wedding gifts for the rest of the wedding party. Because if there is anything better than getting plates and silverware, it is giving jewelry and whiskey stones.  

Here are some of the ideas we have been throwing around for the ladies and gents in our wedding party. Since I know a couple of my bridesmaids read this, you may or may not be getting any of these items. ;)
jewelry/ makeup bag/ flip flops/ jewelry case/ monogrammed shirts


Have you ever gotten a really great bridesmaid or groomsman gift? If so, what was it...I would love so more ideas!


Monday, September 23, 2013

Emmy Best

Truth be told, I could care less about the Emmy's. There is just so much on TV, but it seems like the same people win every year (I'm looking at you Claire Danes and Jim Parsons). Also, those HBO and Showtime shows always win, which I never watch because we are too cheap to pay for those services (except during the Game of Thrones season).

I really only watch the Emmy's for the dresses. What can I say, I am a sucker for a pretty dress. With that said, here are my favorites from last night's award show...


Best in Blue
Didn't Tina Fey look stunning. I mean, she looked hot. This dress was just tailored so well and the color is really beautiful on her. But there were lots of other beautiful blue dresses, like Allison Williams (my runner up) and Zoe Deschanel.

Best in Purple
I was surprised to see quite a few purple dresses grace the red carpet. But I really loved Alyson Hannigan's whole look. Her hair was beautiful and the color was gorgeous on her. I kind of wish the skirt of the dress was either straight down or a mermaid. The drop-waist is a little weird.  One of my other favorites the other end of the purple spectrum was, January Jones, who wore a soft violet (maybe even dusty rose) dress.

Best in Red
Well, is there really any competition.  Sofia Vergara is just one hot tamale (as Mary Murphey would say). I would like to see Sofia in a different style of dress though. 

Best in White
I adored Claire Danes' dress despite the fact that I was nervous she was going to have a nip slip at any moment. But this dress is so romantic and lovely. It's also hard to wear white and not look bridal, which I think she successfully pulled off. Kerry Washington was another one that looked beautiful (and non-bridal) in white.

Best in Black
Christina Hendricks can do no wrong. She always looks so exceptional, even with a crazy curly bob cut that would look hideous on anyone else. And while, I prefer to see her in some color, she was beautiful in black. It was interesting that not a lot of women wore black this year, or at least wore it well. 

Best in Pink
I did not see a lot of pink on the red carpet, which is why I thought this bright pink dress was refreshing. And that it wasn't a frilly pink dress, made it much more sophisticated. Rose Byrne also looked lovely in pink. She wore a much softer pink and showed off a bit of mid drift.

Best in Lace
There was lots of lace going on last night. Even Jesse Tyler Ferguson got in on the action with a lace jacket. But my favorite was Sarah Hyland who wore a green dress with purple lace overlay. Not something you see every day! My very close second was Anna Gunn. Another one of my favorites in lace was Laura Dern. I imagine a lot of you probably don't share my feelings for this dress, but I kind of love it. It is definitely not for everyone and one wrong move can totally throw off this dress. 


Best in Sheer

What was with all the sheer dresses last night? I mean, really? Is it really a dress when we can see your underwear? Clearly I did not care for the trend, but there was one that I didn't hate and that was Leslie Mann. I can't say the same for Lena Headey and Amanda Peet.

What were your favorite looks from the Emmy Red Carpet?

*all photos from EOnline


Friday, September 20, 2013

Weekend Block Party

Welcome to the Weekend Block Party! Will we hit 100 links this week? Share a picture of your weekend ahead, tag #blogblockparty in your Twitter and Instagram updates, and visit some of the lovely blogs below. We look forward to networking with you! Visit our Facebook for blog tips and tricks, ask a blogging questions, and join the conversation!

So, what are you doing for Happy Hour? 
 
Click to tweet about the Block Party!
 
Like our new look? Add our new button to your link up page & let us know that you did! 
 
Weekend Block Party Blog Linkup  
Meet your AMAZING hostesses: Ellie from Creative Geekery Rachel from Can't Google Everything & North East Bloggers Network Krystal from Krystal's Kitsch AND Sunny Soirees Lindsey from Follow the Ruels Want a spot on our Weekend Block Party Blog Crush Board? We will be choosing from the Bloglovin' list so make sure you are listed there so we can crush on YOU!
 
Bloglovin Blog Facebook Blog
Twitter Blog Google Plus + Blog Pinterest Blog ETSY Blog Instagram Blog

Thursday, September 19, 2013

Friday Favorites



FAVORITE RECIPE
I've said it before, I'll say it again: fig and prosciutto were made for each other. I just wish I found this recipe before we had people over last week.

FAVORITE SHOW
So this isn't a TV show, but it is a Netflix show...and it is awesome. Derek is a new show by Ricky Gervias, and it is so heartwarming and unexpectedly funny. I highly recommend it!


FAVORITE OUTFIT
I don't know about you but I am so excited to break out the fall clothes, which might be evidence in some of the outfits I have been favoring lately. I am loving darker colors and especially anything black and white. Which is why I love Shanna's outfit!

FAVORITE POST
I typically avoid anything controversial on the blog. What can I say, I hate confrontation. But I admire people who step out there and make their opinions known, especially when they standing up for what they believe. Which is why I appreciated Jessa's post about the latest Miss America pageant winner and all the backlash she has been getting. How people can be so close-minded is beyond me.

FAVORITE PINS



We would love to hear about your favorites from the week!! Link up, below! All we ask is that you follow Jennifer or I on some platform (GFC, Bloglovin, Twitter, etc.) and that you link back and share the link-up with your readers!

Chicken Pita Burger


Sometimes, not very often, I head to the grocery store with no plan. No list. Nothing. This happens very very rarely. As much as I find meal planning to be a chore, I hate having to come up with a meal on the fly during the week when all I have in the fridge/pantry is hummus, some spinach, and black beans.

That's what happened this week.

But, thank goodness I had more than just hummus, spinach, and black beans around the kitchen. Thanks to the ground chicken I didn't use last week, left over mini pita pockets, Greek yogurt I always have in the fridge, and all the random veggies in the fridge I came up with the idea for a Greek-inspired chicken burger.
Despite the lack of planning and preparation, these burgers turned out so well! B went back for seconds, which is not all that common (I know it's a good recipe when he goes back for more). And as a bride to be, I really appreciated that these burgers were pretty light, especially since I used extra lean chicken and pitas instead of buns.

Have you ever made something amazing just trying to use up things in your fridge?


Tuesday, September 17, 2013

Leather Weather

Jacket: H&M (old, similar), Shirt: Bellatrix via Nordstrom, Jeans: 7 For All Mankind, Bag: Mulberry


Sweater: AE (old, similar); Shorts: Zara, Shoes: Steve Madden (similar), Bag: Mulberry, Sunnies: Ray Ban

Fall made an appearance this weekend and it was wonderful!! Even though it wasn't terribly chilly, I decided that these cooler temperatures definitely called for leather. Or faux leather, in my case. I broke out my trusty "leather" jacket for the first time since March and got to wear my new "leather" shorts from Zara. I can already tell, these are going to be a trusty favorite for Fall.



Linking up with Weekend Shenanigans, This Weekend I, The GFC Collective, Less Laundry More Linking, Share It Link Party, Taste of Tuesday, Google Friend Conect, The Pin It Party, Pinterest Power Party, Style Sessions, Trend Spin Linkup, I Feel Pretty, What I Wore Wednesday, Random Wednesday, Wildcard Wednesday, Three-fer Thursday, Tucker Up, GYB Networking Party H54F, That Friday Blog Hop, #backthatazzup