It's OK Thursday & Catching you up to speed!

Hellooooo Ladies! :) Long time no checking in! Sorry I went MIA for like a week.. oopsies. After being out of town all last weekend, I really haven't had a chance nor felt like updating. Lazy. Uninspired.

I had a great time in Rock Hill with BFF Katie and a few sorority sisters. Friday night, Katie, Erica, and me went to Red Bowl (Chinese). It was super crowded so they asked if we wanted to sit at the bar.. um yea we do, that's fine! :) However, neither of us got anything to drink other than water. Lame. In our defense their cocktails were $5 for like a tiny glass. No thanks. After dinner we went home and just chilled, talked and played with her precious new Lab/Boxer mix named Penelope or Penny for short. I have like 2 pictures from this night & she does not want her 4-legged child to go viral, so can't post a pic of her and the pic we took at dinner is blurry b/c the girl didn't know how to work the camera on the iPhone. Seriously! Ugh!

The part of the weekend with my sorority sisters was ok. I think a lot of the girls are really gung ho about this "alumni chapter" of our sorority. First off, our sorority is not Panhellenic. It was put together about 16 years ago by a group of girls who didn't want to rush but wanted a more Christ centered and volunteer based organization. It's called Alpha Omega. Great! It was fun, I met some of my best friends in it. But now that I've been removed from it for almost 4 years (eeeek!) I really don't care. Not to sound rude or mean, because I know atleast 2 of my sisters will read this, but I just have other things going on in my life that are WAY more important than attempting to get together with sisters (whom I may or may not have been in school with) in my area to eat dinner or hang out. It's great to see these people one or two times a year at alumni/sorority events but other than that it seems forced. Not to meantion that when you get a group of girls together there will enevitably be drama. I'm 25 and 1/2, not married and no kids, I'd appreciate as little drama in my life as possible. Thank you. I love all those girls dearly, but I'm just not into it anymore, mainly I guess b/c the whole premise of a sorority is to be a sisterhood that you see and hangout with ALL the time because your on a college campus, living together, eating together, going out together, etc. Now we are spread out all of the country and it just doesn't have the same ring to it! Ok, sorry to vent, but it had to get out.

Moving on.. quick prayer request. The recent school shooting in Chardon, OH is where a friend of mine is a sophomore. I babysat her and her younger sisters when I was in college. They adopted me into there family which meant so much me. They moved from SC to OH after I graduated. Please pray for her, her family, her school and community during this difficult time.

OK.. Finally. What is OK with me, but probably shouldn't be! ;)

It's OK...

...that a guy that I had a crush on about a year ago & told me he didn't want a relationship anytime soon (like in the next 3-5yrs) just changed his relationship status on FB over the weekend.

...that another guy I could like and who knows me completely ignored me the other day when we made eye contact at the gas station. Really?

...that I still have feelings for Firefighter D. Not just the normal after a break-up still have feelings for, but the oops I shouldn't have done that still have feelings for. We are seeing each other for the first time in over 2 weeks tomorrow... I'll let you know how it goes.

...that I want to go shopping and buy cute spring clothes but my paycheck, tax refund and bonus are going to bills first. Poo on adulthood.

...that I want to go lay in a tanning bed 2-3 times a week but don't want to pay for it with money or with my health. :/ but I love to feel like a lizard under a heat lamp.

...that I put a shirt on backwards the other day. I instantly felt 4.

...that I haven't had my dog spade. She's 3. Her appointment is set for next Fri. March 9. I may chicken out for the 749,382,908 time. It's just not convient, but is it ever?

...that I hate running. But need to get back on it, like force myself to like it. Definately want to sign up for the Color Run in Charlotte in Oct. Girls weekend? yes please!

...thtat I'm ready for Carrie Underwood's new CD to drop on May 1. Need some more songs in my life.

...that I'm procrastinating right this very minute. Maybe I won't on this rainy Saturday that is suppose to happen and I will clean my house and organize and "spring clean." Maybe.

...that it's 80* outside and sunny today in SC! :) *side note* NOT OK that I'm stuck inside in a cubicle. :/

...that I need the weekend ASAP. Have a lovely Thursday evening! Tomorrow is Friday peeps!

It's OK ( I think!) Thursday!

Hellllloooo Ladies.. so sorry I've been skippin on the blog entries lately. I just have little to no inspiration, work is crazy, last weekend with daddy's bday & Valentines was crazy! EEESH! Stop this ride I want off! Seriously, I really need to do my blog about the bridal shower for Lynsey & making relish with my gma. Seriously. Like this weekend. Since it's suppose to rain.

Anyways, let's go over a few things that are OK since it's Thursday and all.... :)

It's OK...

...that sometimes I think my blog is puny and needs a make over, yet I'm almost computer illiterate so I don't want to undo what is here so I just don't mess with it.

...that my Lilly Pulitzer wallpapers have returned to my rotating desktop wallpaper at work. Seriously the contrast of the bright Lilly against the drab gray cubicle walls helps! && it's almost spring so yea...

...that instead of listening to music at work this week I've been listening to nature sounds. Um, how about I LOVE a good thunderstorm soundtrack or waves crashing against a shore! Takes me to another world while I answer emails.. the babbling brook and chirping birds are all good until the phone rings and I jump out of my skin!

...that I've been overly moody this week. So much so Firefighter D commented called me out.

Ooopsie PMS.

...that I have yet again eaten a RIDICULOUS amount of sweets/candy this week. Um. Valentines. Duh. Legit excuse.

...that I'm baptist and have never participated in Lent, but this year I think it's going to be my motivator/someting to hold me accountable. Instead of giving something up I'm going to get back on track. So I'm going to "give up" eating bad and not exercising. For 40 days I need to be mindful of what I eat and how I treat my body. Afterall it's sinful to mistreat your body. I also want to do a daily devotional something I haven't ever really stuck with.

...that I start laundry and don't fold and put it away until like a week later. Thank goodness people don't come over to sit on my couch!

...that 3 MAJOR bills are due by the end of the month & I'm not entirely sure how my ends are going to meet. Don't think I'll have to worry about dieting since I won't have food in the pantry...

Ramen Noodles Anyone?

...that I have on a sweatshirt dress, leggings (which I ripped this morning getting them over the junk in the trunk), and suede boots & consequently I feel like I'm wearing PJs to work! Holla!

...that Firefighter D and I had a fun Valentines Date/Day off Monday & I took no pics! :/ Sorry.

...I have some MAJOR DVR catch-up to play. Hmmm can I multi-task & update the blog while watching my shows this weekend...???

...that I miss my best friend Katie, but I get to see her a WEEK from tomorrow! :D

... that TOMORROW is FRIDAY! Unfortunately, I work until 5... but weekend after that!

Have a Lovely Thursday Ladies! 

It's Ok Thursday!

Hellllooo Lovies!

It's Thurs-to-the-DAY! Holla! I have a 1/2 day tomorrow so today is my last FULL day of the week! Awesome! :) As I meantioned yesterday I decided not to complete the V-day challenge.. not completeting something I start isn't unusual, and I'm OK with that. So I thought I'd do It's OK Thursday which is by the same chick doing the V-day challege, so there's not technically a link up, but again, It's OK!

It's Ok...

...that I didn't go to bed until 12:30 last night because I needed to stay up and watching Idol & some of the season finale of Teen Mom 2.

...that since I watched tv I didn't take a shower until this morning and my hair is a hot mess because I didn't put enough moouse in it to make it stiff curly, so it's just going to be frizzy curly. I'll look like BOZO by 3.

...that I haven't done laundry in a while. Well, I may have done it but I haven't folded it or put it away. I may be being taken over by clothes...I'll get on that ... tonight... maybe...

...that I haven't decorated for V-day. It's normally one of my favs to decorate my house for b/c my kitchen is RED & all the little red hearts and accents look so cute all over the house, but now I feel like once I drag it out I'll have to put it back to put out spring stuff, but the spring stuff doesn't look as cute b/c pastels don't go with a kitchen that's Fire engine red. :/

...that I've fallen off the "yogurt & cheerios for b-fast wagon," the past 2 mornings I've needed FOOD. Like something chewable. & tomorrow I get free Chic-fil-A.

...that I haven't been my usual blogger self this week. Just too busy and too tired at night to get it done. Not too much inspiration either, soooo if you have a topic/suggestion/questions I'll take 'em.

...that I was given a PowerPoint presentation to build for someone else at work & I am ecstatic about manipulating words on a slide... sad.

...that I need a PIN-tervention. I can't quit pinning!!!! It's like crack.

...that I've eaten a fair share of candy this week.

...that I'm kinda excited about V-day, but mostly just to have Monday off work to spend with Firefighter D.

...that I promise to have more interesting post in the coming days.. but maybe not. :)

...that I love you all & think of you often & get excited to read your blogs & what's OK with you!

Have a great Thursday! :)

It's OK Thursday!

Hellllloooo! & Happy Thursday! Today & tomorrow and then 2 days off for a lovely weekend! :) Praise BE! Anywho.. let's get on to What's OK! With Amber!

It's OK...

...that I have successfully had yogurt and honey nut cheerios for breakfast every morning this week. FINALLY  able to resist the yummy food that breakfast offers!

...that I have on a skirt today and no hose or tights. Yep, my legs are bare (but shaved) it's suppose to be 70 degrees in SC today so I decided to abort the leg wear. :)

...that I have a minimal amount of funds in my checking account because my paycheck is deposited at approx. 8pm this evening!

...that I disagree with 2 of my friends getting married. I'm not bitter, I just don't think they've found "the one," but they think they have so more power to them.

...that the NEW SPRING Lilly Pulitzer is revealed on SATURDAY! Can't wait! Expect a post with some of my favorites!

...that it's nearly the end of January, however, February is looking ridiculously busy. BUT fun!

...that I play all those silly games like Words with Friends, Scramble, and Family Feud on my phone to unwind at the end of the day. Lord help me.

...that I watch and actually LIKE Toddlers & Tiaras. I just can't resist the pint sized nose picking crown whores, their crazy mommas and the PIXI STIX!! :)

...that I REALLY want to go to a country concert soon. Lady A is coming to G'ville in June and Allison Krauss is coming to Columbia sometime soon. The only problem? My bank account doesn't support my hobby. :/ Why must I pay the car taxes, insurance and the HOA dues?? That's no fun!

...that I'm looking forward to doing Vaentines inspired Link Ups with Amber (the same one who does this link up) from Jan. 30-Feb. 14. Love it! I've already started working on some of those! :)

...that I'm making y'all wait for more exciting news until TOMORROW during Confessions!

You WON'T want to miss it! I just have to tell my parents first before it hits the internet! ;)

No worries I'm not knocked up! It's something gooooood! :)

Finally, It's OK that I LOVE you ALL!! Thanks for following! & your comments mean the world!



It's OK Thursday!

Hey Ya'll! Aren't we all so glad it's Thursday?!? Seriously, this has been another long week and things are kinda grim at work. A few more people in another dept. lost their jobs. So sad. This is my first time ever working in corporate and honestly it scares me.. good luck to all of y'all graduating in May trying to find jobs! Enough of that biznass... let's move on to IT'S OK, because let's face it, it will be! :) Link up is with Amber over @ Brunch With Amber!

It's Ok...

...that I didn't get home until 10:15 last night because I got to babysit Izzy! I was thrilled! We had a great time. It's amazing how a 5yr old can pick up right where you left off! :)

...that Firefighter D is a handyman. He's going to fix my bathroom sinks that won't drain properly this weekend. I don't think he knows how gross that's gonna be.. oh well he volunteered!

...that American Idol started last night. Let's just add ONE more show back to the TV/DVR lineup!

Rooting for this girl!

...that the Vera Bradley Spring collection debut was today in my email! I probably won't buy any of it, I just like to look at it. But, I sure could use this new makeup organizer...

...that I'm less motivated to lose weigh this year because I have nothing to look forward to like I did last year (Nashville Trip). It's even less motivating now that I know my bridesmaid dress zips, however, I can't gain a pound. Maybe I'll have less to do after work next week and I can hit the elliptical most evenings.

...that my university is/was on National news today covering the GOP primary this weekend.

Always good to see WU represented.

...that I haven't shaved my legs since last Saturday night because I have worn pants or tights everyday. Someone please confirm that is acceptable since it IS winter. Or is it gross.

I live & sleep alone, nobody is near my legs! :)

...that I enjoyed a LARGE cup of coffee this morning and a bit of diet Pepsi too.

I was 4 notches above a coma , it was necessary.

...that I've put A LOT of links in this post. If you looked at them all, or even some, you are awesome!

Have a great day ladies! I love hearing from you! Comments are welcome and awesome! Especially if you are new follower! Thanks in advance! :)

Pink & Green & It's OK Thursday

Yep, it's been awhile since I've done Pink & Green link up! & I'm doing 2 link up's today and I think that makes 3 this week & I'll be doing Confessions with Leslie @ A Blonde Ambition tomorrow... yikes! I need some orignal content like WOAH!

Well, it's officially the dead of winter here in SC. Well, I mean it's not that cold, it never is, but it hasn't been sunny since Sunday afternoon. :/ I need SUN! Besides the fact my skin is the color of white-out, It just lifts my spirits! So.. Pink & Green Thursday made me think of SPRING! Here are a few things that are "springy" to lift your winter blues! :)

Source: etsy.com via Morgan on Pinterest

Well this is winter-esk, but how AMAZING is this hand made blanket!

Source: google.com via Morgan on Pinterest

Well this helps the winter blues.. how refreshing! Love it! I'll take these in a vase on my kitchen table, stat!

Source: shop.nordstrom.com via Morgan on Pinterest

I have seen this Pinned so many times. But it truely is a prefect pairing for spring!

Source: lulus.com via Morgan on Pinterest

Beautiful dress for a spring soiree!

Source: mywedding.com via Morgan on Pinterest

A picnic with someone special would be stellar right now!

Alright.. now for It's Ok Thursdays over @ Brunch With Amber!

It's Ok...

... that I have gotten really excited this week when I hear a Miley Cyrus/Hannah Montana song come on my iheartradio & it makes me miss watching Hannah Montana.

...that I've gotten up super early everyday this week to be at work by 7:30 so I can get off work at noon tomorrow!

...that I printed a coupon for FREE (yes you read that right) FREE Chic-fil-A Bfast in the morning!

...that the powerpoint for my presentation yesterday totally didn't work off the flash drive on someone else's lap top for my presentation. (NOT!!) But I had printed them each out a copy of the powerpoint on handouts. Gotta love Plan B.. :/

...that I was excited to have nothing to do this weekend and no longer felt obligated to go to the beach to see my Gma when  my parents said they were driving down in mom's VWBug.. not doin' that! 

...that my other gma is doing better after eye surgery. Pray the blurryness disapates so she can get back to reading and driving.. BUT atleast she isn't blind! :)

...that I think I've done pretty decent on my eating habits this week. Dry cereal & FiberOne muffins for bfast, only ONE large meal a day, probably more bread than I should have, and I still had to have that ONE Coke Zero for the day! :)

...that I didn't get to the gym this week (until this afternoon!) I had to be home for the cable guy to come Monday, I had to babysit Tuesday, and I had church/choir last night!

...that coming back to church choir was exciting for all the little old ladies! They love me! :)

...that my cable box is now fixed and hooked up and I have OnDemand & DVR in my bedroom! Holla! So it's also ok that I missed the new episode of Toddler's and Tiara's with McKenzie last night because I'll be watching it OnDemand sometime this weekend!

...that my nail polish chipped because I found the SAME color I got at the nail salon & did my own last night.

...that I now have 37 followers! Welcome! & Thank you all for joining me on this crazy blog of ramblings and link ups! :) I promise to do better, but HEY I did post everyday this week! Please if your a newbie leave a comment so I can pop over to your blog and show you some blog love!

and finally It's Ok that tomorrow is FRIDAY b/c this has been the LONGEST week EVA!

Have a lovely!