and I say it’s all right little darling! 

With the awesome spray tan I got over the weekend (and one more this weekend – 3 for $30 deal on Groupon! What, what?!?) I don’t feel as pressured to bake in the sun on my pending vacation.  I honestly try to protect my skin as much as possible since I don’t really “tan” anyways. Either burn or freckle… I’m used to it.

It also helps that I have a “Sun Police” as a boyfriend… protective in an understatement but he has seen what happens when I forget to reapply sunscreen or I say I’m fine,  I’m not even burning…. 

then hours later I’m on the verge of tears in pain.

Yep, I think I have learned my lesson and I can handle the sunshine as a mature adult woman. Protection is the key!! I’ve also accepted the fact that I will be the fairest of them all… just call me the red headed Snow White on this trip. Once again… I’m used to it.  

So this adult woman has stocked up on the amazing Aveeno SPF 55, some cute cover-ups just in case and my favorite hat. It’s going to be pretty awesome.

also, note from above from here!

oh, happy days.

Let’s be honest…. I’m beyond ready for vacation. 

The weekend went by WAY too fast and of course this week is going to draaaaag. Torture.

I’m just hoping that once I’m in paradise the clock will stay slow.

Maybe. Hopefully!

I can’t complain though. Last week was one of the happiest weeks!!

Being a girlfriend to a boyfriend that is actually in town is a wonderful thing. Lunch dates almost every day and a couple hot yoga classes with the man of your dreams does all kinds of things to a girl’s heart. It’s the little things.

But now he has flown off again. And I’m here in Greenville in my normal routine which isn’t bad, 

but when compared to last week… hmmph. Well, it’s just not as great!  

Watching movies and enjoying cuddle time on the couch

Random steak and wine date nights

Tasting the delicious Oktoberfest homebrew and pretending I was sitting by a warm fire on a Fall night

Yummy Saturday morning breakfast with my long lost girlfriend, Madison

4th of July!

Fourth of July was an interesting day….

I woke up with some ickyness in my tummy (yes, I still say tummy at 25. So what?) but had to go on to work since I was the smart one that volunteered in my department. Most of the day was spent catching up on work since it was slow and I hoped that some lunch would help with the stomach pain. That’s was not the answer, but a nap was!

Thankfully after a quick nap and some relax time I felt all better!!

Peter and I took my mom out for some dinner and fireworks in downtown Greenville.

It was fun, just the three of us… sipping on some beer, eating some food and enjoying the fireworks.

The traffic after wasn’t as much fun but it was worth it because I love spending time with two of my favorite people!! 

Even if it means sitting in a car stuck in traffic! And listening to REM because Peter wanted to. 

Honestly, I’m not a fan. Just sayin...

Hope you all had a magical July 4th with all the fireworks and fun you could stand!!

It’s almost Friday… that deserves a little happy dance.

Do it, a little jiggity jig never hurt ya!

Goodbye June.... How ya doin, July?

Wow… I can’t believe that this year has flown by so quickly. I don’t know why it always surprises me but it does.

Another month come and gone but I’m looking forward to the exciting months ahead.

vacations and weddings and summer and most of all fall.

Sorry Summer, you don’t have anything on those beautiful leaves and football fun!!

Goodbye, June. You were fun.

You spoiled this little gal with downtown date nights, summer dresses, weekend trips, 

frozen yogurt, cool mornings and even the hot afternoons.

A lot of memories were made over the past 30 days but I’m ready for July.

More heat and more fun sounds okay by me.

After all… it’s going to fly by before we know it.

Happy 4th of July everyone!!! 

have fun with fireworks, family & friends, and all of your traditions. 

this hot summer day is always a great time so enjoy whatever you do.... and yes. I do have 

the song Independence Day by Martina McBride stuck in my head. 

You're welcome for placing it in yours... ;) 

hotlanta

I think I understand why they call Atlanta, Hotlanta now!

It was so gosh darn hot this weekend but it was also a wonderful weekend!! 

I got to rub a baby belly and felt a few kicks too, eeeek!! 
enjoyed some yummy breakfast and an overload of fruit.
help with hanging curtains and painting a guest room. 
enjoy some delicious food at Pure Taqueria which made me so very happy!
surprise fireworks on Saturday night and honorary flags in downtown Duluth
for a little 4th of July celebration. It was a great weekend!! 

 

Even if the heat was annoying at 109 degrees at one point we had a 

great weekend with some sweet family! 

Joy and Fadi are going to be such wonderful parents 

and I can't wait to love on that sweet baby boy! 

Even if he doesn't have a name yet I'm already in love with him!