Thursday, November 17, 2011

 “‘I had a terrible day.’ We say it all the time. A fight with the boss, the stomach flu, traffic. That’s what we describe as terrible, when nothing terrible is happening. These things are the things we beg for. A root canal, an IRS audit, coffee spilled on our clothes. When the really terrible things happen, we start begging a god we don’t believe in to bring back the little horrors and away this. It seems quaint now, doesn’t it? The flood in the kitchen, the poison oak, the fight that leaves you shaking with rage. Would it have helped if we could see what else was coming? Would we have known that those were the best moments of our lives?” - Grey's Anatomy

Wednesday, November 16, 2011

orange crushes and football

it was a successful weekend in football land. A win for UGA and Notre Dame. Here are a few pics of Saturday with the family, and Huey (but she is basically part of the family at this point)
 supplies for orange crushes....
Kellie being put to work
Huey and I
Amanda and I
the fam

The game was at the Redskins stadium

last time I was there was with Greg for the Redskins vs Eagles game in 2009
I love looking back on this day and remembering how happy Greg was to be there. We would laugh together about this picture because the excitement was written all over his face. Being there again reminded me of the great day we had and the special memory I now keep close to my heart.

Friday, November 11, 2011

headed to DC

headed home again this weekend to see this gal....
and to watch these guys play this weekend....

But will also be in full support of Alma Mater this weekend as they play Saturday at home.
wishing I was in Athens to celebrate Jones' 1st b-day and experience a little taste of college again

Thursday, November 10, 2011

Engagement Party

A little later than I expected to get this posted, but better late than never. This past weekend the first of many wedding festivities began for my bother, Brent, and his fiance, Amanda.
I took on the task of desserts and was really happy with how they turned out....
but I think I destroyed my brothers kitchen in the meantime
Chocolate cake with vanilla butter cream frosting
Red velvet cake with cream cheese frosting

Brent and Amanda at the party
got to see family friends I don't get to see very often...
 Brent and Amanda chose the party to ask their wedding party. I loved my personalized wine bottle, such a cute idea (and I always love a good bottle of red wine)
It is a special thing to be a part of such a huge day for someone, and it means so much for Amanda to have included myself and my sister. 
the bridesmaids (minus one missing out of towner)...

....and yes if anyone noticed, another big event of the weekend, I chopped my hair off. It's taken some getting used to but I am beginning to really like it. I did it to donate to Locks of Love and I highly suggest doing this. You can't imagine how much something so little as donating your hair, can help someone.


Friday, October 28, 2011

camping adventure

here our some pic from my camping adventure in Shanandoah Park. I was glad I made it through my first camping trip, and I ended up really enjoying it. The weather was beautiful (minus it being slightly cold at night), and I even spotted a bear.

Tuesday, October 11, 2011

Point Farm

This weekend I went to a wedding of two friends I met through Greg. It was a beautiful ceremony, and the weather could not have been more perfect. Greg would have loved it and would have been so happy for Len & Jess. I missed him so much and wished he was physically there with me, but I was so glad to be there to celebrate with them and many other friends. The ceremony and reception were at Point Farm in Dagsboro, DE on a piece of land that was surrounded by water. I wish I had more pictures to show, but unfortunately I forgot my camera. Here are a few borrowed from my friend Michelle.

Courtney, Michelle and I
 Me, Michelle, and Jonathan
Michelle and I (my "date" for the evening)

Tuesday, October 4, 2011

not so great blogging

i've been really bad at posting.....traveling for work, moving, lots of work, and a week of sickness, but no more excuses.
in the meantime, hope you enjoy Lizzie Olsen as much as I do....

Thursday, September 22, 2011

New York trip

Been in NYC all week for work. Seeing tons of great things for Spring 2012

pickup truck in front of the Textile Elizabeth & James booth
this dress is even more stunning in person. How can I get this in my closet...
We had our fill of food as always. Ate at Balthazar and had my first ever taste of Profiteroles
what was left of desserts..


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