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2012-01-13T03:30:00.000-05:00

I have had a great week -- it's been so busy, but I'm hanging in there. On Monday, I celebrated the Bama win watching the game with my grandfather. Other than work, running, and getting ready for my weekend trip, I haven't done much else! I find that I have little time to blog lately unless I make my posts on Sunday and schedule them for the week. If not, you're stuck with a random post like this that I end up writing at midnight. Have a great rest of the week!

My sis and I

No, I don't take photos in restaurants holding up menus on a daily basis. Something happened at Tin Lizzy's in December that my roomate, Lauren and I call Serendipity. I had to snap a shot of myself in there the next time I ate there and send it to the appropriate source who would 'get' the reason I took a photo. Maybe one day I can share?

Christmas present from my parents -- Love them! From Stella & Dot, of course!

And I love this poncho -- another gift my mom picked out. I love the plaid!

ZOOMA Atlanta

2012-01-12T05:24:00.000-05:00

When I looked up ZoomaRun.com, I was so excited to learn that the normally-planned November race series is now coming to Atlanta for the Spring -- April 22! It will be the perfect start for me to begin the race journey. I have been a bit on the fence about when to start and which race to start with, as I am obviously a novice runner. Though not exclusive to women, ZOOMA does cater to females (honestly, a man may even feel out of place!). I hope I can talk my friends into doing it with me! I don't know which part of it I am more excited about -- a girls weekend, the running expo, the lake or the race itself!

Stella & Dot Spring Line

2012-01-10T23:01:00.000-05:00

You all know how much I love Stella & Dot! Each piece is just so unique! I wish I had ample cash flow to purchase more pieces, but for now, I can ooh and ahh. The Spring line launched on Sunday, January 8 and here are my favorites -- of course, I did throw in some of my favorites from previous seasons that are still available!

Gym Attire

2012-01-04T05:36:00.000-05:00

Today is just random snapshots of what I wear to the gym. I admit that during college, I used to be the girl that went to the gym in full makeup, cheerleader hair ribbons, pink everything, and so on. I'm sure it was a sight to behold. What was I thinking?! Not comfortable or practical at all! These days you will find me at the gym in hats most of the time so that I can hide (seriously!) and not have to talk, make eye contact, etc. and just focus on my workout. I don't wear makeup to the gym. The thought of makeup and sweat mixing in my pores is frightening & unhealthy for the skin.

I'm a big fan of Under Armor for the gym.

Puzzled with Pinterest

2012-01-04T05:23:00.000-05:00

I took the plunge and got on Pinterest a few weeks ago. (my Pinterest site is here) Sad thing is that so many people are waiting for an invite & I had an account that was empty of pins! I didn't think (and may still think) I don't have time for this. My blog is my priority, interacting with Twitter is a second priority...... I am seriously puzzled with Pinterest! I wonder if its just a hype... what do you think?

Nonetheless, I am on it, so if you're super bored, feel free to check out my boards. I will warn you that they are predominantly fitness related. I am not planning a wedding and I am not decorating a house, so I choose not to engage in wasting my time with such pins that don't apply to me at the moment. Plus, with sites like Houzz.com, I feel that my pinning of decor would get out of control! And I can't afford that time right now.

Back to my original question, though..... what do you all think of Pinterest?

Source: Uploaded by user via Brittney on Pinterest

Source: traceysthoughts.tumblr.com via Brittney on Pinterest

Happy New Year

2012-01-02T22:07:00.000-05:00

Happy New Year to you all! I had a great 3 day weekend -- it was very relaxing. After an early dismissal and a spray tan appointment on Friday afternoon, I got a call from some of my Liberty friends telling me they were in town for the weekend "In town" in Atlanta can mean many areas of this massive city, but I was excited to find out they were staying in a hotel about 4 miles away from my condo! I was able to grab dinner with them and hang out a few other times that weekend.

Other than lots of sleep, getting dressed up on Saturday night, and seeing the movie, New Year's Eve (which was so cute!), I didn't do a ton this weekend! I reflected.... grabbed Starbucks and took a drive with no destination in mind. I remember last New Years, I was hopeful that 2011 would have been better than my 2010. But I really can say without sounding mopey that the past two years of my life have been very difficult. When this time frame in most lives are spent beginning to settle down, my life has been a bit chaotic and up in the air. There's been a lot of figuring out 'who I am' & 'what's going on' & 'what God wants me to do.' To say that there hasn't been nights filled with tears would be an understatement. I guess everyone at some point in their lives experience this weird time. Mine just happens to be now. It's a bit scary not knowing what tomorrow holds, but I can rest assured that I am in God's hands and that I will trust in Him.

One area of my life I know I need to work on this year is forgiveness. Through the hurt, I have healed, but the bitterness and resentment I have held in my heart still remains toward both the heartbreak & the job loss. I may not have been done right, but life isn't a bouquet of peaches & I need to forgive. Those on the outside looking in might would say, "But look at what you have now amidst all the heartache and hurt?" Yes, I got a cool fresh start in an amazing city & yes, I got an even better job than I had less than 3 weeks later, but I'm still bitter. I don't want to be.... I know that's not what God would have me to be. I pray this year for a forgiving heart towards those two situations.

That being said, I give 2012 up. I am letting go of trying to mold my life into what I think it should be or what I think should happen. I am going to just roll with it, hope for the best, be as happy as my heart will allow and keep pressing forward. Can I say that 2012 will be an amazing year? I can't really say that because I don't know..... but what I do know is that I pray it's a much easier and happier year than the last two.

Happy New Year to you and yours.

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Holidays

2011-12-25T01:46:00.000-05:00

Merry Christmas to you all. I hope you had a wonderful day with friends and family.

Lately

2011-12-19T22:08:00.002-05:00

Minus the red on the cuticle, I really liked my Christmas week mani with the gold ring finger! Though I did get many stares at the office!

Work Outfit

Atlanta Falcons game! Rise up!

Work Outfit

Game Outfit

Look who I met! Buckhead Betty!

Trying a lil colorblocking

Just a batch of super random photos of my recent weeks.....

2011-12-12T07:11:00.001-05:00

An awesome weekend!

Patagonia: Ad Spotlight

2011-11-30T23:05:00.001-05:00

I write advertising spotlights from time to time when I deem an ad or visual campaign appealing enough to mention. Our society is so drenched in advertising's millions of messages, that I like to point out (in-my-mind) well-done initiatives & executions.

I subscribe to daily emails from ADWEEK.Normally the day is way too busy to read through them, but I clicked on this particular email on Tuesday. Patagonia launched a few ads & digital messages with the headline, "Don't Buy This Jacket." Playing up the environmental appeal to consumers, which can prove risky at times, I think they took a huge leap in basically --- calling themselves out.

If you aren't aware of the context of this ad, Patagonia has a jacket (the R2 Jacket) that uses enough water to meet the daily dietetic needs of 45 people. That's just tipping the iceberg & I won't use this space to relay the rest, but please go read up on it! A further synopsis of the development process of this one jacket can be found here.

The good news is that Patagonia encourages its loyal consumers to "Take the Pledge" by pledging to limit the amount of jackets bought & being sure to recycle a jacket when its worn out. (Patagonia accepts worn jackets & will recycle accordingly.)

"...as is true for all the things we can make and you can buy, this jacket comes with an environmental cost higher than its price," reads the ad copy from Patagonia.

Back to why I chose it as an ad spotlight...

There is a lot of discussion around this campaign. While some think it shows Patagonia's genuine concern for the environment by providing a raw & truthful claim about its own product, others feel that they will benefit from consumer reaction to the ad. In turn, lifting them up high on a pedestal which then, in turn, furthers customer loyalty and ultimately .... sales.

Though it can be argued both ways, my opinion is that this was fantastic. It's bold. From an aesthetic creative standpoint, the clean ad and compelling copy (text) would stop me in the streets, stop me from turning the page of a magazine & with an email subject line of "Don't Buy This Jacket," you better believe open click rates skyrocket. It makes people curious as to what the ad means and draws them in to find out their message.

They take a top-selling product, back-track it & present the real product to the consumer -- but though there are disappointing flaws from an environmental standpoint about the make-up of this one jacket, Patagonia PR kicks in and says, "Hey.... let's do something about it," by encouraging the Pledge & limited purchasing with higher recycling rates.

Well done, Patagonia.

Non-Vain

2011-11-27T19:57:00.001-05:00

I hope I don't come across as straight-up vain, but my sister, AshlynJoy Photography, hasn't done a photoshoot of moi in a while! Word on the street is that I am not the best client and get very fidgety....! Here a few she snapped after our big Thanksgiving meal. Keep in mind, you Atlanta or surrounding suburb areas -- she has moved to Georgia and is available most weekends for shoots --specializing mostly in family, solo, engagement and baby/newborn.

Thanksgiving Break

2011-11-27T19:47:00.001-05:00

I haven't had a vacation all year. Not to say that this was a vacation, but I sure did enjoy my 4 day weekend over Thanksgiving Break. I was the one flying down I-85 trying to get home so I could chill the entire weekend. I literally shut my phone off and barely got on the computer. I did play with my parents' iPads. Now, I officially want one. (Let's start with the iPhone first, Brittney). I have mentioned before on the blog that Thanksgiving isn't the 'big' holiday with my family. Christmas is. So, every year we seem to do something different for Thanksgiving. Sometimes we even eat out! This year, though, was a quiet one with just the four of us. I enjoyed it and enjoyed all the sleep I got to catch up on.

Thanksgiving Day outfits

Casual lunch at Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail

It's tradition that we pick out our tree the day after Thanksgiving. Some years we like a huge one, but this year we didn't care so much. Of course, we get our tree at the local Home Depot!

So, I don't talk much about my job on the blog (specifically), but I wanted to explain this photo! As you know, I work in marketing for the Home Depot -- their headquarters are located here in Atlanta!

I hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving as well! I can hardly believe it's already time for the Holidays -- it's unreal how fast this year flew. I hope to enjoy it as much as possible.

Volume x 10

2011-11-21T21:15:00.001-05:00

Two weeks ago, I was so excited to get an email from Misikko to try the HANAair Professional hair dryer. Not being just an average product review, I was even more excited to learn that it was mine to keep and continue to use! A big 'thank you' to Misikko for the gift and pretty package!

I have used the HANAair dryer for two weeks now and absolutely love it! It dries my hair quickly and efficiently & leaves me with lots of volume. My hair feels silky. It's seriously an amazing product.

The HANAair Professional dryer displays Ion Technology to condition the hair while drying -- there is zero static when I am done. It has multiple heat/cool & speed settings that I use depending on if I have time for a good blow out or if I need it to work a 5-minute magic dry before heading to work.

I highly recommend this hair dryer and am so excited to have it for my own daily hair blow-outs!

515 Weekend

2011-11-13T20:03:00.001-05:00

I wish I could rack up a ton of photos from a fun weekend I could have had, but we really didn't do anything in the 515 this weekend. Friday was a rough day, so Lauren was sweet to call me while I was still at work and go, "What flavor cupcake do you want from GiGi's?" We vegged out and watched Crazy, Stupid Love.

I slept until 1:00 Saturday (who am I?!) and woke up to a 1-hour Deep Tissue Massage appointment, thanks to Groupon. It was heaven. Knowing me though, I asked if I could go work out after the massage and they urged strongly against doing so. So, I meandered to our new Publix at Town Brookhaven. I call it Pretty Publix because it literally is just the nicest Publix I have ever been to. Sadly though, I witnessed my first fake check bust at the checkout and was scared! You just never know in Atlanta. But look at our lovely new community right down the road from the 515! Lots of restaurants and boutiques, Pretty Publix & a Costco!

This morning, I went for a good 4-mile run. In case you haven't heard, I have started running again. Not just "oh I think I will run today" but, legit running on a training schedule 4-5 days per week. I seriously hit a plateau because I work out so much, and regular cardio machines weren't cutting it for me. I do feel like the best workout for my body is running, so here I am. It's not easy, and any runner can tell you that. My body hurts. A lot. But, it's worth it so I keep going.

It was a big veg-out weekend, but we need those every once and a while, right? I sure do. With the holidays rolling around and parties, traveling, etc., I took advantage of a chill weekend!

Here are some outfits from this week. My office environment is business casual, which is great to have the option to dress more casual. I dress up many days, but here are some photos of me dressing down. And, can I just point out how long my hair is getting?! Gracious!

Recent Photo Shoots

2011-11-09T08:08:00.002-05:00

Recent photo shoots (and my personal favorite picks) from some of the recent work of Ashlyn Joy Photography.

Ashlyn has relocated from Alabama closer to Atlanta now for anyone interested in booking a weekend session in the surrounding Atlanta areas!

Wishing for Friends

2011-11-08T01:21:00.001-05:00

It's 1:00 in the morning on a Monday night & I can't seem to sleep, so I thought I would write about a topic that's been on my mind & heart as of late. The subject is friends. I wish I could say that I had a lot of them. Sure, I have a lot of acquaintances, but I don't have many friends. You see, I moved to Atlanta a little over a year ago and its been very hard to adjust to society here. I did not attend a southern SEC or ACC school, therefore, I didn't come to Atlanta with my whole sorority of girlfriends who seem to be able to pick up right after college and continue on as friends through their 20s.

What about childhood friends back home? I grew up in Jacksonville, FL and developed some wonderful friendships during middle and high school. I cheered with these girls, took cruises with these girls, went to summer camp with and so on....but I decided to go to Liberty (in Virginia) for college while they all remained in-state. Actually, most stayed in town and continued on. Adding to that, my parents moved to Alabama right before I left for college in Virginia, meaning that I never went back home to Jacksonville. They all moved on as I have.... but what brings tears to my eyes is that they are all in each other's weddings 5 years later.... and me.... well, I didn't get an invitation. Life moved on.

So what about college friends, right?! Surely those are your best friends. I met a lot of 'buddies' in college, sure, but my school didn't have any tight-knit sorority structures where there are multitudes of females to make friends with. I developed some sweet relationships with the girls on my hall that I do still keep in contact with today. Them? All married. Two have babies. One moved to Austrailia, one married an Army man and has lived many places & the others are (of course) involved in their married lives. We keep in touch via facebook.

Enter in moving to DC and beginning to make a career for myself....then enter in moving back to Virginia and into the 'big white house' with 3 amazing girls.

The only thing about those girls is that they all still live in Lynchburg. And though I know they love me dearly, we only see one another maybe twice per year. Their lives have moved on with their jobs and new friendships (some engagements and some babies) and I am making my life in Atlanta.

So make friends at work! Well, I really enjoyed many of the people that I worked with at the agency, but with the way things went down in that situation, I've never seen nor hung with any of them again. Even though I would! They didn't choose to be nasty -- the company did. Still, a bit awkward though as you could imagine.

I do have some friends at my new job (which I love by the way), but honestly, work is so busy, that I am lucky to make it down to the cafeteria for a salad to-go most days.

Church..... I sit alone most Sundays. I have tried joining a small group twice, but it just was not the right fit and I knew it. I will keep trying!

So, yes, I have some friends.... but really, are they more acquaintances? To say this time of my life has been difficult is an understatement. I don't fit in with the married girls...I don't fit in with the moms-to-be.... I try to find decent girls in Atlanta, but it's hard. Really hard.

I'm not giving up hope! I am trying to focus my thoughts on things I have accomplished on my own this year. It's been crazy. But now I am ready to make some relationships. If I can't be in my childhood group, and if I can't quite associate myself with my Lynchburg group now.... who can I associate with?

Just trying to find where I belong... if that makes any sense.

Weekend!

2011-11-08T00:59:00.000-05:00

Another great weekend in the A-T-L! Lost a big game to LSU, but still enjoyed cheering on the Tide! Here are some recent photos of the last few weekends. I need to seriously start taking more pictures -- my selection is getting thin!

Terra Cotta Paint Project

2011-11-06T17:06:00.000-05:00

I have lived away from home for six years & have collected quite the stash of furniture & decor accessories that have gone from one apartment, to a DC studio, to a big house, to another apartment, to a townhome and then now to a condo. Because of this, my things have experienced quite a few bumps and bruises and the typical wear and tear is beginning to expose itself. Not to mention that many decor pieces and furniture are brown. Combined with a white wall and brown wood floors, it makes for a lot of brown in a small space.

Enter in Martha Stewart Living Project Paints (featured above at my local Home Depot store in Buckhead). Martha Stewart Living Project Paints are the perfect 10 oz. jars to add an updated touch of sparkle, texture or sheen to dated decor or furniture. Project Paints come in six finishes: Crackle, Glitter, Terra Cotta, Textured Metallic, Metallic & Metallic Glaze.

Below you will see an old, tarnished vase that could really use some TLC.

Dixon decided to get in on the photo. I painted on the outside deck & he watched me ever-so-intently from the sofa.

I wanted a 'pop' of color, so I chose the Terra Cotta paint in Paprika.

I applied one coat with a 2 inch flat brush (nothing fancy) and found the paint to cover very well. I love how it creates an instant terra cotta "pottery" style! Such an easy, inexpensive update to that vase! It took me only 20 minutes & it's currently sitting on the deck to dry.

Anthropologie

2011-11-02T21:47:00.001-04:00

I would not typically declare myself an "Anthro" girl. Maybe I always viewed it as too eclectic or too earthy, (as I do stick to the classics), but I was on their site this week and fell in love with these pieces! Even better, most of these pieces are on Sale!

Vineyard Vines Winter Picks

2011-11-02T03:00:00.000-04:00

Winner

2011-11-01T22:13:00.002-04:00

I pulled the winner of the Starbucks gift card -- Comment #9, Suburban prep! Please shoot me an email at BrittneyJoyWilliams@gmail.com with your address and I will be sure to get that to you this week!

Thank you for entering the giveaway!

Atlanta Dermatology

2011-10-30T21:32:00.000-04:00

My skin and I have had a love-hate relationship. I didn't struggle with breakouts during high school like many. My skin issues came off and on during college. Call it stress...call it eating poorly...whatever it may be....it was not good. I went to several dermatologists back home in Alabama and took it all: Differin, Retin-A, Duac gel...they would work great for any given amount of time, but then I think my skin got used to the medications and I'd have issues again.

As of late, my skin was doing great! No real complaints, except for the occasional issues all women experience. My current prescriptions had run out and it was time to see the dermatologist again. I decided to try one ITP (inside the perimeter) that was close by my work and home. I checked my insurance and saw that Dermatology Associates of Atlanta fell under my policy -- great news! They were also located at Perimeter Medical area -- more great news! I made an appointment.

Having no clue that Dr. Kraus mixed his own compounds, I was a little hesitant when the nurse informed me of that before he came in to see me. He checked my skin, asked me lots of questions, looked over what I have taken in the past, how I reacted to it, etc. He then sent his own "concoction" formula down to the pharmacy on-site to be mixed.

A simple wash & moisturizer 2x per day is all it was. He told me to put everything else I had put on my face aside while using this. I did just that.

I went back for a follow-up appointment last week & found out my moisturizer has 14 different medications (the wash having 4 in 1 bottle) in it all mixed into one. Crazy! Instead of putting several creams on your face or having one wash for the morning and one wash at night, he combines anything and everything into ONE application. Then, based on how skin is reacting to it, makes tweaks here and there.

I am in love with my skin right now. It has never been this clear. Ever. There are days I don't wear a pinch of makeup to work! To work, y'all! Just a little mascara is all.

Needless to say, I am a huge fan of Dr. Kraus at Dermatology Associates of Atlanta. I have had so many blog/twitter friends in Atlanta make appointments with him, too!

I call him, "The Miracle Skin Doctor"...

900 Giveaway

2011-10-28T13:10:00.000-04:00

A big thank you to my followers who have stuck with me for three years -- through some thick & thin! I appreciate your friendship, loyalty, comments, questions and encouragement! For the 900 followers tipping point, I am giving away a Starbucks giftcard! Last time I chose Starbucks, we had a crazy turnout of comments -- just for a little ol' gift card! Just means we all love coffee.

Please leave a comment if you would like to be entered for the Giftcard drawing letting me know your favorite drink. I will draw a winner at random on Tuesday evening!

Buble Christmas

2011-10-28T12:58:00.000-04:00

Enough said. Already playing in my car even though it is October!

OOTD + Canoe

2011-10-26T00:06:00.001-04:00

Just a little Outfit of the Day post... also sporting my Pink support while we are still in October (Breast Cancer Awareness Month!) I had a good day, although I am worn out! Had a great dinner at Canoe. It was my first time there & it was marvelous. I actually tried Rabbit!

Virginia & Atlanta... As of Late

2011-10-25T01:43:00.000-04:00

It's been such a busy week. I was in Virginia last weekend and am just now unpacking from my trip.... 8 days later. I am currently blogging at 1:20 am and have to be up in 4.5 hours. Ya, I don't get much sleep these days. My schedule is packed to the brim!

I was so glad to go to Liberty's Alumni weekend! 40 years ago, our school was founded. We now have over 12,000 residential students and 70,000 students who study through Liberty University Online. I was honored to be asked to speak to Liberty's PRSSA (Public Relations Student Society of America) on topics such as job searching, internships, networking and so on. It was so fun getting to meet students who are in the shoes I once wore there. I am thankful for the opportunity to encourage them. I was also asked to interview for a video module of a Communication Writing course, and had the opportunity to discuss writing for mass audiences through blogging and social media!

It was a whirlwind of a weekend, and sadly, I did not get to hug every neck that I wanted. I flew up Friday and flew home Sunday. Way too quick of a trip. I will be back up again in March for one of my sweet friend, Ellie's wedding.

I wanted to upload some recent photos from the last two weeks! My pictures are always pixeled ... I know. I lost my camera and am hoping to get another one at some point! So, until then, continue to bear with me!

This is my sister -- you all know her! But, the other girl is my cousin, Caroline! Her brother was at Liberty this weekend for a football visit & they drove up with him for the day and totally surprised me!

This is my awful headband that I wear when I haven't done my hair.... my family hates it!

Friday!

2011-10-14T02:30:00.000-04:00

Running Shoes

2011-10-13T00:30:00.002-04:00

Last summer, I was running about 4 to 5 miles a few days a week. I felt great and loved running. Having something like running to keep me distracted during all that messy, sticky time was liberating and I loved it. Well, then I moved down to Atlanta and my routine got altered. I kept doing cardio, obviously, but my weekly running routine went down the drain. I always feel at my most in-shape when I am running. Something about it...

Last week I decided to hop on the treadmill and put in 4 miles. It felt great, but my foot didn't feel so great the following day. Truth be told, my shoes were so worn they had holes in them. They were the wrong size... a Kids 5. They are Nike, but they were cheap... hence the kids size. I fit in them so I bought them.

It was time for a new pair of shoes. My boss is an avid runner. She knows anything I need to know about it... being that I am such a beginner, I have been asking her lots of questions. (ask me about weight lifting is another story, but running not so much). It really is a science.... it really can get you in amazing shape. If you do it right.... consistently.... but most importantly, protecting your main piece of equipment... your feet.

I headed to West Stride -- a specialty running store in Atlanta where they had me run on a treadmill and videotape my foot impact wearing different shoes. Based on that, they were able to make some solid suggestions on the amount of support I needed in my shoe. Of course I had to get a cute color! I am so picky! I tried on Brooks, Newtons (crazy colors!), and Mizuno, but landed on Asics.

I'm excited to get back to running again! No major half marathon goals or anything like that... I don't care about my time... I care about distance...I care about developing a solid weekly running routine and not just a random run here and there.

Here's to my first run in my shoes tomorrow!

This week on Blackberry

2011-10-11T03:00:00.000-04:00

Well, technically, this was 3 weeks ago playing pool after work. I am actually fairly decent at this game & shocked myself. It's all luck, no skill.

Grabbed lunch with a co-worker this week, who happens to have graduated from Liberty-- but we never knew each other until now!

New earrings

Weekend Eats

2011-10-09T17:43:00.004-04:00

I ate a lot this weekend. I would describe the weekend as so-so, but boy I sure did eat some good food. Well, really its bad food, but tasted oh so good. I really watch what I eat and am pretty hard-core about it, but this weekend I just didn't care. Call it emotional eating at its best. I spent some good time with Lauren -- you would think with being roomates that we would see each other a lot. We do 'see' each other coming in the door at night, but we go to bed early most nights and don't get to catch up. This weekend was a fun time with us to chat, cry, eat, encourage & diss boys. Which we are very good at doing. We took a few pictures off my phone (since my camera has gone to hell in a handbasket), but they just aren't very good. We both were like... "meh".... no post.

The only restaurant I didn't go to with Lauren was Cheesecake Factory Friday night.

I spent that with a nice gentleman. I will say that I had grilled shrimp and no cheesecake. Decently healthy.

Saturday night we went to one of our neighborhood favorites: Verde. We had three football games going at once -- Alabama, GA & Arkansas.

Sunday, we took a drive down Peachtree for some pizza at Felini's! So so good! You eat outside & people-watch. The pizza is amazing.

Happy Friday!

2011-10-07T05:00:00.000-04:00

Have a great weekend, everyone!

Fall TV

2011-10-06T03:00:00.000-04:00

Here is my line-up for Fall TV! What other shows am I missing out on?

More Fall

2011-10-05T03:00:00.000-04:00

October Pink

2011-10-04T03:00:00.000-04:00

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Honor it by supporting local & national fundraisers (like Susan G. Komen for the Cure. In light of the pink theme, I have also included some pink loves!

Courtesy of makingitlovely.com

Bits of the Weekend

2011-10-02T21:28:00.001-04:00

Happy October! It's my favorite month of the year, by far, and I cannot wait to celebrate this beautfiul month! The weather in Atlanta over the weekend was mid 60s and sunny -- perfection! I had a great weekend -- pretty low-key and relaxing.

You may have seen this stage on TV before! Yes, no? It is First Baptist Church Atlanta, where Dr. Charles Stanley is the pastor. When my grandfather isn't traveling, we like to attend here! We also always go to Seasons 52 for lunch afterward. Then, I typically pop into Perimeter Mall! I mean... it is right there!

Saturday night was a big Alabama game! Alabama/Florida. We dominated.... again. I am stoked that we are 5-0 -- just have to get through LSU and hopefully, we'll be golden. This is what I wore to watch the game!

On a side note, I always feel silly posting photos of myself, but I guess we all do it here in the blog/twitter world to show our friends what we wore or where we went! I hope no one ever thinks I am being hoity about it.

Alabama Fall & New Hair do'

2011-09-30T21:49:00.000-04:00

Apologies that my blog has been under more construction. I was having a glitch where only 1 post was showing! Well, that's just a BIG problem! Come to find out, some of my posts were 'heavy' (whatever that means?!), so I have had to re-do some of them and re-load pictures, etc.

Last week, I learned that some mass communication classes at Liberty University view my blog as an example of online blogging during class. So, I wanted to give a lovely shout out to you all, since I was sitting in that chair just five years ago in COMS 220! Please feel free to contact me (via the contact button form) if you ever have any questions at all!

Something new for me is not tanning or coloring my hair blonde-blonde this Fall. I am trying to go with a more natural approach as I am getting older and don't want to look like a high school cheerleader barbie all year long. I love the tan/blonde look so much though -- but am going to reserve it for the warmer months. I visited my stylist yesterday and she took me back to a dirty blonde base with some subtle highlights. What do you think? Yes... No? I feel like it's so dark!

Tomorrow is October 1 -- my favorite month! Mom has the house all decked out for Fall!

More Weekend Pictures

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This Week on Blackberry

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Random pictures this week from the BlackBerry...some new glasses, new ring & pictures from Wicked.