What we’re eating this week...
Lots of salads. Juicy watermelon, a pork tenderloin, stuffed peppers & cabbage (from Alan’s parents garden) & grilled cheeses. You can never go wrong with grilled cheeses. They are my all-time favorite.
ALSO--Rise Brewing Co. was so nice and sent me a variety pack of their nitro cold brew coffee. (btw this is not a paid ad)
I was first attracted to their coffees because they are organic, non-GMO, non-dairy, and low acid. I love coffee but sometimes coffee doesn't love me. And I can't really go a day without drinking it. Being a mom to a wild and crazy toddler boy I need something to give my ass a boost and keep up with him. I really liked the Blood orange and Lemonade. They are very flavorful and different. They get better and better with each sip. Very smoooooooth. The black is pretty strong. But great for diet goers (which is not me) because it is sugar-free, dairy-free and 0 calories. I found that I liked them best poured over ice! :) Anyway..Go check them out.
https://risebrewingco.com/
They also sell on Amazon Prime!
What I’m reminiscing about...
Family Time...Alan and I used to host family get togethers A LOT - My entire family used to come and Alan’s family too. It was so much fun and I really just miss that time and making sweet memories especially now that Alan and I have Big Boy Ben. I understand that we all have our “own family’s” now but I just feel like we are so lucky to live in the same city as our parents and siblings but Ben doesn’t get to see his cousins and aunt’s and uncles enough. We need to make those family gatherings happen more often. #goalsforthesummer
What I’m loving...
I had several sessions over the past few weeks that were so perfect. I know it sounds so cheesy when people say they “love what they do” and by all means Photography is not my “full time job”...YET….However, I hope that one day VERY soon I can make it be. But I literally get so involved in my shoots that each one makes me emotional. Being able to capture such special memories for these families to treasure and have for a lifetime makes me feel so happy and so proud-“I love my my part-time photography gig”.
What we’ve been up to…
WELLL…..Alan bought a Pontoon Boat…if you don’t know this by now..My husband is a GO GETTER who constantly has to be doing something so he literally bought the boat one day---had it all fixed up, registered in his name and ready to go in the water the next day. Ha! I am pretty excited about it. It is an older boat that he got an amazing deal on. (nothing real fancy---to all you haters out there who always have something to say and can’t just fucking be happy for people—always having to one up and judge others-UGH-I have a chip on my shoulder if you can’t tell ) But I am just looking forward to having something to do during the summertime and excited to make memories in the sun and on the water.
What I’m dreading…
Starting a workout routine. (like seriously) I don’t even want to talk about---but it is a MUST.
My health is important to me and I must start making it a priority in my daily routine. I am a morning/workout at home girl so I am just going to start getting in the routine of waking up 45- an hour earlier and getting it done! What I won’t do..is stop eating pizza once a week.
What I’m working on…LETTING SHIT GO and thinking positive!
What I’m excited about… My Poppas Heavenly Birthday/ First Anniversary of his death. My dad passed away on his birthday July 13th. So we have decided to always celebrate his life on this day. This year we are going to Jeptha Creed Distillary and I am so excited to see all of his friends and students and everyone who loved him dearly. To say this past year has been hard is an understatement. So I am really looking forward to seeing and talking with everyone.
What I’m watching/reading: I’m not really watching anything-I hate summer for that reason. Like I get it that it’s summer but that doesn’t mean I don’t love a good show to watch before bed still. SO any recommendations on Netflix series or anything please drop me a comment!!! Alan is watching this show called “Billions”-- I normally just edit photos or play on my phone while he watches it so I catch it in the background but I am not at all interested in it and that normally never happens when it comes to shows between us…we normally always like the same stuff. It feels like it’s taking him forever to get through three seasons too! Big Brother will be coming on soon though! We always look forward to that!
What I’m listening to… Milky Chance Pandora Station
What I’m wearing…Let me just say that my creative mind is sometimes a curse. When I get a vision in my head…I will make myself crazy until it comes to life..EVEN when it comes to fashion and what I’m wearing.
So we went to a baseball game last week and I really wanted to wear a jean skirt..LUCKILY we live right next to the Outlets… So I ran in American Eagle and got this adorable jean skirt that is perfect in so many ways for only $15! I was pumped! It’s the perfect length, stretchiness and everything else! I’m obsessed!
What I’m looking forward to next month…VACATION
We are going to Florida and taking Gigi (my momma) with us. I just love that Alan and I made it a goal to take several vacations this year and are making them happen! It has been so nice to have something to look forward to. It is so healthy for your sanity! So if you are looking for a place to stay my brother and sister in law have this beautiful place in Sandestin Florida—3 bedroom , 3 bath--a quick golf cart ride to Baytowne Wharf! SO NICE! Check out the link below!
http://www.russellvacationrentals.com/vacation-rental-home.asp?PageDataID=110762
What else is new…
I just want to go on a quick little rant reallllll quick like…
Lets talk about people we don’t like for a minute
I don’t like people who…
Talk shit.
One up.
Only care about themselves.
Only talk to you when they want something or its convenient for them or when it's about them.
Lie. Steal. Cheat. Manipulate.
Who are hypocrites
I am A LOT of things. Far from perfect. But I have the biggest heart. I admit when I'm wrong and I always have good intentions. I never want to hurt my loved ones. I am loyal and supportive. I try my best to make others smile and laugh & not bring them down. I am extremely emotional and sensitive.
I am 32 years old now. Married with a kid. Friendships should be nothing but REAL and GENUINE
SO..
If you are a FRIEND or FAMILY MEMBER of mine and you are a self absorbed, narcissistic turd….go ahead and just exit my life…because I do not have the energy or time for you anymore…
THE END.
