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Weekend Shenanigans – The Last of Summer

Well hey there last day if summer! With the temps dropping into the 80’s for the next several days instead of the 90’s…maybe fall is coming here?! One can hope!

Friday – I went to lunch with the co-workers Friday. I normally only eat with the ones that bring their lunches during the week and go out with my girl friends on Friday but we had been talking about wanting to try the Greg Brady burger at Jack Browns and they only serve it on Fridays. You guys…..this burger…..

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It has house made macaroni and cheese, a slice of cheese and BBQ potato chips on it. Freaking delicious!

Friday evening I was exhausted and we decided to stay in. I made some seven layer dip and we hung around listened to music and watched TV.

Saturday – I got up bright and early on Saturday morning and worked out, made breakfast then cut our front and half the side yard. I then got ready and we headed down town to meet up with Laura, B and Meighan!!! We started out at World of Beer to watch the Alabama game. I was super nervous about the game because my coworkers bet our corporate office that we would beat our spread against Florida or else we would have to were Gator gear to our retreat next month. When the game started out I got really nervous because for a few minutes Florida was winning 14 to 7. Luckily we pulled it out and wont 42 to 21. Thank the football gods I don’t have to wear that hideous Gator shit next month! Annnnnd now they all have to wear Bama gear. Muh haha! The moral of the story? Never let your coworkers place a bet on your behalf. Talk about stress!

Of course Laura had to wear her Auburn colors.

After the game, we walked down to Fuego for some dinner! I ordered the taco salad and it was delish!

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After dinner, Meighan headed to meet up with her fiance and Laura, B, Chris and I headed to Lakeview and the guys hung out at Vape Loft while Laura and I grabbed bushwackers at Lou’s! In true grandma fashion, we were home by 10:30 pm!

Sunday – I got up early Sunday and cleaned the house, made breakfast, meal planned then got our grocery shopping down. I also stopped by Sephora to return a new face wash that I tried that blew my face up. I am so glad they have such an amazing return policy. I came home and made Chris lunch and prepared food to take to my sister’s house for dinner. We celebrated my dad’s birthday last night with him. (It is tomorrow.) Tracy had all the kids home, so it was nice to see everyone for awhile. She makes these amazing chicken quesadilla roll ups that are absolutely amazing. I think I have her recipe sitting around here and I will have to share it one day!

I didn’t get home until 8:00 pm, and the rest of the evening looked like this:

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Annnd the Steelers pulled off a win last night! Yay!

And that was how I spent the last weekend of summer!

Weekending

Birmingham, bloggers, favorites, Railroad Park

Friday Favorites

I remember every time I go out on a “school night” that I am too old for that shit! I am so tired this morning. I think I am going to need to stop at Starbucks for an extra coffee, the Sea Salt Caramel Mocha is back and it is my favorite seasonal drink!!!! Let’s get to these favorites, shall we?!

Favorite Song: In Too Deep – Sum 41 – Hello high school/college days, I miss your music!

Favorite Moment: Last night Chris and I headed down to Railroad Park for the Best of Birmingham event. They had some food trucks, live music, lots of vendor booths, “Best of Birmingham” restaurant tastings, and some free swag to hand out. We had a lot of fun! (Don’t mind my work attire and nerd glasses.)

The things you do for a free tshirt, you hold the Birmingham sign and take a picture to upload to instagram and twitter with their hashtag. They had TV screens set up displaying them all.

After that, we went to John’s Diner to see a blogging friend of ours and grab a cocktail and catch some of the Auburn game. Then it was off to Asian Rim for some sushi!

Favorite Recipe: I really want to make these Crab Rangoon Cups for game day!

Jam Hands: Crab Rangoon Cups

Favorite Funnies:

Band nerds, remember this? Why was it always the trumpets????

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How I feel sometimes about my straightener when I leave for work

Exactly why I don't cook/bake.

It’s always fun telling stories…

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So true

Robert Downey Jr. That face you make when the person you hate is talking.

There is a fine line!

This made me laugh!

And that my friends, is my Friday Favorites! Go link up with Amanda and share yours! I hope every one has a great weekend! Roll Tide!

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Stuff and Things

Hey there almost Friday. I decided to link up with Kristin today for my first Stuff and Things.

–Yesterday I went to upgrade my iPhone to iOS 8 annnnnnd it told me I didn’t have enough space. WTF?! Sooooo now I really REALLY want the new iPhone 6 in gold with more storage than my current one right NOW! Of course, I didn’t pre-order the stupid thing so I am guessing I wont have one for awhile. First world problems.

–I got a bzzagent package in the mail this week that I am super excited about!!! It is the Resist C15 Super Booster by Paula’s Choice. It came with coupons for her website and these awesome skin care books with all sorts of information in them. I skimmed through it yesterday and already learned a ton of stuff that I didn’t know! I am going to try this stuff out for a few weeks and let you know how it goes! It is supposed to be great for reducing dark spots, brightening the skin and helping the skin look firmer. It is sort of like an oil that you can mix into your serum or use before you moisturize.

–I am just cruising through these Stephanie Plum books. I am over half way done with book thirteen already!!! I think I am going to be really sad when I finish book twenty one. Like, I wont know what to do with my life! But then I will get over it and finally read Joey’s book!

–How I feel about today…

–To my Birmingham peeps – Best of Birmingham event is going on tonight at Railroad Park! It is from 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm and it is free to attend!

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Confessions

–While doing my fall TV post yesterday, I learned that Twisted was cancelled. Sadness came over me. Then anger. WTF ABC Family. You ended a show without a real finale!!! I have no clue what happens after all my invested time watching. It makes me so angry!!!!

–I am also angry with Jillian right now. Work out 7 and 8 of Body Revolution are ridiculous! I am fairly certain she is trying to kill me!!! I was actually excited that today was cardio day, it is sort of a break from the insanity! And you know how much I HATE cardio! WTF Jillian?!

She be like:

And I am like:

–The highlight of my day during the week is my afternoon snack, a Quest bar. Be it cookie dough, cookies and cream, strawberry cheesecake, apple pie or raspberry white chocolate…it tricks me into thinking I am eating dessert when in fact I am trying to get my protein levels up! That is what I call winning!

–Every time I wear my nude Michael Kors wedges I swear it will be my last. I can walk just fine in them, but they pinch/rub the bone that sticks out on the inside of my feet so bad. It never fails, one morning I look at them in my closet and cant remember why I don’t wear them because they feel fine walking around the house. Then around 1:00pm at work I am like oh yeah….this is why!!!!!! But they are so pretty!!!!!

The culprits:

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Why you gotta hurt so bad?

Oh well, what do the say? In the name of fashion! Or some crap…

Confessions in ecard

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Any animal sneezes I say it! It's the polite thing to do!

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90's themed eecards. "I'm still looking for Carmen Sandiego"

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Does anyone else feel like saying this while ordering?

bitch i know guac is extra meme

Or do you feel like this when you are cleaning???

So true lol

This is so damn true!!!

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Tell me about it!

Yes.. so true. and the only thing worse than losing a spider in your room, is losing a poisonous spider in your room. Worst thing ever!!!!

Go link up with Kathy and Liz because on Wednesdays we link up with those bitches! Duh!

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Fall TV

It is no secret that I love fall. Cooler temperatures (well, maybe not for a few more months), football, and…..all of my shows come back!! With The Mindy Project starting back tonight, I thought I would share the run down of all the shows I can’t wait to start watching again!

The Mindy Project – Chris and I binged watched the first two seasons over the summer and I am in love! I feel Mindy and I would be friends. And hello, Danny is yummy!

The Good Wife – This is another that we binged watched over the summer. We did five seasons in a matter of a few weeks, so that tells you how serious I am about my love for this show!

The Big Bang Theory – This is my favorite show ever. I can watch the reruns a million times and still laugh. I am interested to see the new dynamics that they speak of in spoilers.

The Originals – Mmmmm Elijah. I mean….this show always keeps my interest. Vampires, wolves, witches, hybrids, oh my! And…..Elijah.

Vampire Diaries – This show used to be AMAZING. It has lost some of the appeal but I still hold on. If Damon and Caroline joined the Originals, they could cancel this show.

Grimm – This is a weird one, but I am hooked!!! It is sort of like fairy tales, but dark and twisted.

Law and Order SVU – I have loved this show since the very first episode. People have come and gone, but my heart holds strong!

Modern Family – I just love everything about this show! And the Phil-osophy!

Revenge – I wasn’t sure how they were going to keep this show going, but I can’t wait to see what happens!!! I love it!

Scandal – Sometimes I get a little bored, then shit hits the fan and it keeps me coming back for more! I also get annoyed with the relationship between Olivia and the president. Like…she is such a strong person, how can she be so weak for him?!

Shark Tank – I really need to come up with something brilliant and go on this show!

I am not quite caught up with New Girl but will be excited about that as well!

New shows I might try: Gotham, How to Get Away With Murder

I am also guest posting over at Magic City Bloggers today! If you live in the Birmingham area, you should join them! Such a great blogging community that has just started and really growing quickly.

Also, Kate Spade is having a surprise sale! Hello up to 75% off! You’re welcome!

What shows are you excited about? What should I try that isn’t on my list?