Friday, I tried out the new mobile ordering on the Starbucks app and it was the best thing that ever happened to my weekday morning. There is a Starbucks in the parking lot at my job (yes - it's dangerous!), and a lot of us walk over there on a regular basis to pick up our morning pick-me-ups. But there's always a long line, so I was super excited to hear about the new mobile ordering. You place your order on your phone, and it'll tell you when it'll be ready. Mine said 4-6 minutes, so I placed the order, walked over, and when I walked in my order was already waiting on the counter for me. Perfection! Starbucks you win all the prizes this week!
After work, I made my way in the pouring rain (and horrendous traffic) to happy hour which included rounds of shots and fried food. But of course good times were had... because shots and fried food... and after the rain came this beautiful sunset. Always worth it.
Saturday was a rough day for me as it was the 2nd anniversary of my cousin's passing. I started off the day with coffee and a donut with all the sprinkles before doing some retail therapy and spending the rest of the day poolside.
That evening, Pamela invited me over for some card games and drinks which got me out of the house and smiling again as CAH is always great for laughs.
Sunday was spent in the pool again after a great Barre3 online workout. My dad is still up in Connecticut, so he opened his card and gift from me over the phone as he and my mom spent a beautiful day down by the beach. I also came across this little guy who was making his way down the street in the mid-day heat. I hope he made it back to the pond!
I've also been on a roll lately with giveaways, I won not one but two giveaways recently and couldn't be more excited for my new goodies! I won a Starbucks gift card from Kate and a very handy Wine2Go from Jaclyn which will come in extra handy on my trip to Key West in 2 weeks with Pamela and Kerri. We can transport bottles of wine, champs, or Skinny Girl in a beach/pool/boat safe container. Now that's just awesome!
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I am so glad you gave us some info about the mobile ordering from Starbucks...I've been wondering if it was any good! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteOk, I'm so jealous I need Starbucks right now. Like SO bad. I'm dying this morning with no caffeine and getting up at 4:30 am. And jealous of your contest wins! I've never won anything before. I don't have good luck lol! Happy Monday!
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Sounds like a nice weekend! Mobile ordering from Starbucks would be dangerous. Chris is in the car all day for his job and would pretty much be all over that haha. And wine to go? Yes please! Haha. :-)
ReplyDeleteSounds like a fun weekend. CAH is always a good time.
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Peaches In A Pod
If I ordered from starbucks I would totally be up for the ordering app - that really is a genius idea!!! So jealous of your upcoming keys trip - you ladies are going to have the best time!! happy Monday! xo, Biana -BlovedBoston
ReplyDeletelook at that wine to go container! you're set girl! looks like you had a much-needed relaxing weekend. i am not glad it's monday but it just means one day closer to the holiday! xo
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I'm so jealous that Starbucks is so close to your office. Totally jealous!! Who knew they have mobile ordering, love that. I'm sorry for your loss, i know how difficult that is. My friend passed away 4 years ago and it still hurts everyday. Hugs. May you find comfort in your memories of your beloved cousin.
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Ahh Starbucks always gets all the prizes!! There's one in the same lot as my work too which is totally dangerous. So sorry that Saturday was tough for you, she seems like a beautiful spirit and a great guardian angel looking over you. Congrats on winning the giveaways, you are so lucky with those!! Happy Monday!
ReplyDeleteRelaxing and pool floating sounds like the best weekend! That wine to go container, I need!!
ReplyDeleteCongrats on winning two giveaways!! That's always exciting! I have won anything lately at all. Sounds like a perfect weekend and that turtle is huge! lol Hope he made it to the pond!
ReplyDeleteCongrats on winning both giveaways!!!
ReplyDeleteI was thinking about you on Saturday - hope you were able to have an okay day :) CAH always helps make anything better! You guys are going to have so much fun in Key West!!
ReplyDeleteI had no idea about the mobile ordering for Starbucks, that is brilliant! So sorry about the loss of your cousin, I'm glad you had friends to help you through the day! Congrats on the giveaways!
ReplyDeleteSTFU about the mobile ordering! I had no idea this was a thing! As a fellow skinny, vanilla, latte obsessive I am STOKED to hear about this! I wonder when they will bring it to NYC!
ReplyDeleteLooks like a great weekend. Ummmm mobile ordering! I need to know if this is in Chicago! Also, I never win anything!! That is awesome you won two!
ReplyDeleteMobile ordering? WHAT! How did I not know? I hate the douchelords at the one across the street from my office. I'd love to just order online.
ReplyDeleteThat turtle is so cute.
Glad you ended a sad day on a fun note with CAH.
The mobile ordering is a great idea! Glad that some retail therapy and CAH with friends helped to take your mind off your loss. Poor turtle, hope he made it back!
ReplyDeleteOrdering on the phone and picking it up???? How awesome!!! I wonder if they all do that? It would be cool to place my order as I get off my exit and just cruise in real quick to grab it instead of it being packed! Retail therapy is the best therapy. Have a great week!
ReplyDeleteWhoohoo winner winner, hope the roll continues!! You enlighten a slew of us into the Starbucks ordering! Super excited. This is when I love technology!! So sorry Saturday was sad, loss is hard no matter how long it's been and we all deal in our own ways. I am so happy you get an girls trip soon! Good times ahead and here's to a great week too!!
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I'm so sorry about the anniversary of your cousin's passing :( You are in my thoughts, I know that is never easy no matter how much time passes.
ReplyDeleteLooks like you had a good weekend, I always wondered how the Starbucks ordering app worked. Glad to hear that it does!
I really need to try this mobile app. Usually FL is the last to get any of these beta app tests like this but I am not complaining! I'm glad you had a great time hanging with Pamela!
ReplyDeleteThat's so cool Starbucks has a mobile app now! I bet that saves a ton of time.
ReplyDeleteI am going to have to check out the Starbucks app- our store is right up the street from work, too, and it's always packed. Congrats to you on winning the giveaways; there have been lots of good ones going on lately! CAH is the BEST game of all time.
ReplyDeleteGlad you had a nice relaxing weekend! Congrats on winning the giveaway! Thats so exciting!
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Upbeat Soles
Pretty excited to hear about that Starbucks app! Glad you had a relaxing weekend
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i thought starbucks phone order/pickup has been around for a while? i remember my friend using the app years ago and telling everyone about it? but seriously, how dangerous is it for a fav coffee house to be so close to work? we have one right inside our building on the 1st floor and there's always a line-up out the door.
ReplyDeleteI was thinking about you on Sunday, sweet friend. I was a bit off my blogging game yesterday so stopping by late today. I'm glad you found ways to enjoy the day, but I can imagine it was tough. <3
ReplyDeleteBelieve it or not, I've never been to a Starbucks. I know, I know....
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I just learned about Cards Against Humanity a couple days ago from a friend. Sounds like fun!
I might try that Starbucks app, it sounds handy. I wonder if the baristas hate it, though (having to prepare orders from the app while dealing with customers in the line).
ReplyDeleteHad not heard about Starbucks doing that, sounds like the best thing ever!! Chipotle has that but I have to remember to order in advance!
ReplyDeletePerfect weekend! I love the order on the go Starbucks app! Love all your giveaway loot, too! Happy almost Friday! xo
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