A Time for Thanks

This is a time of year when the leaves start to change and fall, the weather gets colder, the scarves get thicker and an overall sense of gratitude fills the air. I believe that mid-November through the New Year is a time of year when people are given time off for so many holidays that there is a sense of togetherness and love that you just can't avoid. It doesn't hurt that trees are on display and lights begin to guide your dark drive home. I for one absolutely love this time of year. My birthday was not too long ago and I like the time spent together with friends and family. I hate the cold. Hate the snow. And hate scraping ice off of my car. But otherwise.. it's not too shabby.

I decided long ago that I would not let sale prices and extended hours ruin my holidays or warm spirit. I pledge not to shop at all on Thanksgiving and if I don't have the time on "Black Friday" either.. oh well. I used to work at a place that would open at midnight Thanksgiving night. For me, those extra hours absolutely killed my holiday spirit. I couldn't sleep correctly, I was stressed and worst of all I couldn't even enjoy my holidays because I knew work was looming.. only a few hours away.
I hope that all of you are able to enjoy your holidays however it is that you enjoy them. Maybe that is by shopping, maybe you even shop with your family! Or maybe you stay in with your boyfriends' family, in your PJ pants and play board games ;) either way, HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

My List of Thanks: 

•  My education, and that I have a great assistantship
• My family, for always being there & giving me many laughs
• My boyfriend for dealing with my high highs and my low lows and for never his never failing love 
• The blessing of having the means to pay the bills, turn on the heat and eat a good meal

2014 AMAs... Or really the 2014 Live Concert with Awards

I can't help but consider the American Music Awards a live mashup concert with some awards in between performances and great outfits. Anyone else feel this way? We all have that one radio station in town that plays just the top hits from country, rap, R&B, hip hop etc. and the AMAs are when this radio station gets to come to life! Without further ado, here are my hot and not lists from the show. I must say... I was less than overwhelmed this year. 

My Hot List:

  Selena in Giorgio Armani Prive

 I know this was just an on stage dress but I think Taylor rocked this fringe mini like no ones business!

 Fergie in Halston Heritage - to me this is a classy slit, unlike my not list slit!

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My Not List:

Yes... seriously... all 3 of them are on my not list. Of course the dresses are made by fabulous designers and they each fit the girls like a glove but all 3 of them are just.. WHAT ARE THEY?? Are those safety pins? Can we not see your entire thy.. for one? And what's with the mesh? I just can't.



What looks were you loving and hating this year?

& the Years Go By...

Well another year has come and gone and it's crazy to watch as time just continues to speed by.
Today I turn 24 years old and it seems completely surreal. I kind of love the fact that I am growing up, becoming more independent by the day, and learning more about life but it is crazy to know that I will never be this young again, I will never again turn 16 and get my license, I will never be 8 years old at my clown birthday party again, those moments are gone and now it's time for new moments.
Now it is time to be a 24 year old young adult figuring out life.
I think this is going to be a really positive year. I hope to get a dog, possibly move in with my boyfriend, graduate from graduate school and really progress with my blog. I vow to be happy, live in the moments and not dwell on the past. 24 is a new year and I plan on making it a good one!

To all you fellow Scorpios: Happy Birthday! 

          

 A big thanks to these ladies for celebrating with me!

Birthday Outfit: 

Navy blue and black lace shift dress: Target 

Vanderpump Rules is Back!

I can barely contain my excitement! I am a reality TV junkie and am seriously too excited to have the SUR gang back in action. I will quickly admit that Stassi is my favorite part of this Bravo hit even though many people find her to be way too harsh and... well.. rude. I however think Stassi tells it how it is and is a strong woman who doesn't allow men or "friends" to treat her badly. I think it takes a certain kind of person to really understand Stassi and I happen to be one of those people and I have no shame!
In honor of my favorite show coming back to the air I plan on listing my reactions as they come!

1. How has NO ONE noticed after 3 seasons that those SUR uniforms are heinous?! Come on Lisa.. give these girls an update.
2. Stassi is looking better than ever! That hair.. her clothes.. her sarcasm.. all on point!
3. WHOA! The receptionist at the plastic surgeon.. The lips.. if you missed them, rewind that DVR and check em out!
4. "I can't cry because these eyelashes are mink." -Scheena
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I'm hoping this season gets a bit juicer but a top 4 list is better than nothing!
What did you all think of the season premiere?! Will you be tuning in?

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