Lovely Long Weekending

I am extremely thankful that my weekend extends into today, as I finally work somewhere that gives us Presidents Day off. That extra day tacked onto the weekend makes such a huge difference, and they should happen more often right?


I treated myself to Starbucks on Friday, and came back to my desk to find a cute little Valentine waiting for me. Chocolates? Yes please! At lunch, I took a stroll down the block to enjoy the beautiful weather before heading over to Trader Joes for a few "necessities". And by necessities I mean cookie butter, wine, coconut oil spray, and an Italian meat trio. Then I hurried over to Chic Fil A to cash in my free chicken sandwich. Delish.


That evening I went out for an impromptu happy hour which was filled with laughs, some food, and good drinks. Just what the doctor ordered.


Saturday, I did some damage at the mall to shop for my upcoming cruise and a gala at work that I needed a new cocktail dress for. I ended up hitting the jackpot at Express as they were having 40% off all dresses, tops, and jeans. I walked out of there with 2 new cocktail dresses and a beautiful flowy top for less than what one of the dresses would have cost full price. Bazinga.


I also picked up Murad's cleanser and spot treatment at Sephora, and a new bikini top for the cruise at Target using the 25% off cartwheel for women's clothing and swimwear. Coming home and finding my latest Rocksbox shipment in the mail was the icing on an already amazing cake for the day.



Barcelona Cami | Ruched Dress | Cut Out Dress {sold out online}

Now my dilemma is which dress do I wear to the gala? Do I go with electric blue or do I go for the wow factor with the open back? (They're both coming on the cruise for formal nights, so they'll both get worn.)

Oh! And can we talk about how sad I am that I finally ordered these fabulous sequined leggings only to get an email several hours later that they're sold out and the order has been cancelled. I just went back to the site, and they're still showing that they're available. Not cool H&M... not cool..


That evening, H and I had our annual tradition of celebrating Valentine's Day at home with champagne and a pot of cheese fondue. I put out the Italian meat trio for an appetizer, and then we went to town enjoyed the cheese fondue for the main course.





Creme Brulee for dessert


Sunday was the continuation of the Harry Potter marathon in a friend's home theater with an intermission of Cards Against Humanity which is always a good time.

*Little Man is getting so big*

Joining Biana for Weekending
and
Lisa and Bella for Weekend Recap

26 comments:

  1. how many lovely things..i like these pics...and the last is so sweet

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  2. So fun!!! And I still need to use that same ChickFilA coupon. Yay! xx

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  3. Free Chick-fil-a, some new clothing, and a great Valentine's Day celebration? Sounds like an amazing weekend!

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  4. Looks like an awesome weekend! Chic fil A sounds really good right now.

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  5. Dang girl! What an awesome weekend! And I'm so jealous you're off today! Boo! I went to the mall on Saturday and walked right back out. It was SO packed. Props to you for sticking it out... although after seeing all of your Express goodies I wish I would have! Happy Monday!!

    <3, Pamela
    Sequins & Sea Breezes

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  6. That is an awesome weekend! I tried to order the leggings and the same thing happened, and as of last night they're still showing available, wtf! I am going to snag some goodies from Express right now!! Enjoy your Monday off :)

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  7. What a fantastic weekend and all those goodies you picked up while shopping are amazing!! I have to say my vote is for the red dress with the great open back!!! Either way you'll look great!! Hope you enjoy your day off today!! xo, Biana - BlovedBoston

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  8. Looks like an awesome weekend. So jealous you have off today. Now you have me craving fondue.

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  9. How fun, love your shopping picks!! I wish we had today off, I totally agree that a 3rd day off makes a HUGE difference! Bummer about those leggings, maybe they will get more in stock soon?? Have a wonderful day off! :)

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  10. i get president's day off too! lucky us :) love random shopping trips and i adore that black & white skirt.

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  11. Looks like a lovely weekend. I need to hit Express asap, that striped skirt is perfection!

    Love all your pictures, lady!

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  12. Love your low key Valentine's and all your new shopping purchases!!! Sounds like a great weekend!

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  13. I love the blue cami dress! You just can't go wrong with that color!! Your shopping spree looks like so much fun and that food... it's making me hungry!!

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  14. I haven't had fondue in soooo long - looks delicious! Also, I love everything you picked out shopping. Can you be my personal stylist?! haha That blue tank is amazing!

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  15. I love that your Valentine's tradition is fondue! I love fondue!!

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  16. I really like the red dress. Cheese fondue yum! Looks like a great night!

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  17. Looks like a great weekend! I need to hit up Target for some new bathing suits!

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  18. This is literally my idea of a perfect weekend! Trader Joes, Chic fil A, shopping, fondue, Target - yesss! Obsessed with that striped skirt, I think I'll be paying my Express a visit this week to look for it!

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  19. I love that skirt!!!! What a great weekend!! Happy Monday!! Just found your blog
    Chelsea@ thewilliamsjourney1.blogspot.com/

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  20. LOVE the open back dress, whatever you pick will be beautiful on you! Looks like such a great weekend filled with LOTS of goodies. I really enjoy making a nice dinner at home, yours looked great :)

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  21. Fantastic weekend! And look at all those goodies you bought! I'm talking clothes and food ;) xo

    Cheshirekatblog.com

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  22. Cookie butter, Chick Fil a and cheese fondue are some of my favorites. This post makes me hungry! Looks like s fun weekend. Love long weekends!

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  23. Ok this just looks like the most amazing weekend - cheese, chick-fil-a and shopping? Basically my three fave things right there! Loving those leggings and so super sad for you that they weren't available...I HATE when that happens online. I did get a super cute pair on AE a few months ago. Not sure if they are still available but they are awesome! =)

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  24. Cheese fondue and staying in for Valentine's day sounds like the best idea! I can't believe H&M! I love long weekends, and am so looking forward to mine this coming weekend! I would go with the open back dress for the gala! Hope you have a great week!

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  25. What a fantastic weekend! I love a weekend where shopping is involved!

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  26. Great weekend especially the shopping. Im loving that black and white skirt!!!!

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