Hello and happy Tuesday! I’m back in Arizona after a wonderful whirlwind weekend in New York and New Jersey. It was packed with beautiful views, not only of the city skyline but also of my best friend looking the part of perfection in a series of potential wedding dresses. The bridal bonanza weekend began on […]
Tidbits and Treats
It’s Up To You…
…New York, New York! The above was my view during my run this morning. I’m currently across the river from New York City staying with my bestie and bride-to-be, Sam. It’s going to be a weekend full of bridal adventures as we go on the search to find her perfect dress, attend her engagement party, […]
Mama Bender’s Beef Stroganoff
The Packers may have lost this weekend (sigh), but there were several “wins” to even things out. Bobby and I had a wonderful time with our neighbors on Friday night, who we invited over for a Humble Pie and game night. Our conversation won out over the game playing most of the time, but I […]
Book Review: The Casual Vacancy by J.K. Rowling
Thanks for all the kind words on my 2013 goals. So far, the book-related ones are off to a great start. I’ve already read two for the year because I just couldn’t put them down! I’ll be sharing their reviews soon, but first I wanted to write one for a book that has received some […]
Looking Ahead
We are already a week into 2013 and I am so overwhelmed – in the best possible way – by all of the excitement this year promises. Now that Bobby and I are feeling like ourselves again – as evidenced by the cold beer and cheeseburgers we consumed tonight – I’ve had a chance to […]
The End Of The Beginning
2013 is off to a great start. Both Bobby and I woke up in the new year feeling nearly better and ready for a day of fun with my family that included watching the Northwestern Wildcats take on Mississippi State in the Gator Bowl. If you’ve been reading this blog for any length of time, […]
A Good Year
It’s hard to believe we’ve reached the end of 2012. I’m usually all about the reflection and goal-setting posts this time of year, but unfortunately a mean stomach bug has left me favoring a warm bed and ginger ale over my 2013 planner and notepads. One thing I can say without looking back through posts […]
STL + FnB
It’s hard to believe that Christmas is one week away. My heart has certainly been reminded of the true meaning of the season and the importance of telling family and friends how much I love them. It is simultaneously broken and hurting for all of the families affected by the horrific event that transpired in […]