Relaxing Weekending

I'm very happy to report that I finally had a relaxing weekend, and Tropical Storm Erika ended up losing it's strength thankfully which means we are all safe and sound here in the "sunshine" state. I enjoyed some much-needed couch time, did some shopping, wine tasting, and gave the house a deep cleaning. The rain ruined my Happy Hour on the patio and in the pool plans on Friday, but that didn't stop me from enjoying more Sparkling Skinny Girl Margarita in my birthday martini glass. Better late...

Express Skinny Girl Margarita

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Friday Favs

Happy Friday! I am very much looking forward to a relaxing weekend with absolutely zero plans! After all the fun from birthday weekends parts one and two, I'm ready to unwind and float around the pool and reunite with my couch for some good ol' fashioned Netflix binges. Favorite Presents - I'm still over the moon by all the thoughtful gifts and cards from friends and family for my birthday, I sure was spoiled. Plus, I finally got my Urban Decay Naked Smoky Palette. I purchased...

Barre3 Urban Decay

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Tales from the Windy City

I'm over at Jenn's today talking about my trip to Chicago last year with Emily. Hop on over and say hi! Such an amazing city that I can't wait to grace with my presence again!  Happy Friday Eve! I'll be back tomorrow with my favs from this week.   ...

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Some Sunshine for the Rain

With all the rain we've been experiencing lately in the so-called sunshine state it was high time I purchased a nice raincoat to help keep me dry in the storms. I picked up this raincoat during the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale last month, and even though it's way too warm to wear it right now I'm excited to pack it for my trip to CT in the fall, and to rock it during any rainstorms once it cools off around here. Coat - Michael Kors | Top - {similar} Gap | Jeans {similar} - Express...

Express fashion Gap Kendra Scott Michael Kors Rocksbox Tory Burch

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Recipes Meant to be Enjoyed Alfresco

I can't believe we're already creeping up on Labor Day Weekend, so I'm all about picnic food right now. Our beloved pinterest is booming with great ideas and recipes that are meant to be enjoyed outside.   Summertime Sangria ~ 1 bottle of white zinfindel ~ 8 oz. strawberry daiquiri mix ~ 6 oz. peach schnapps ~ 8 oz. of pineapple juice ~ 16 oz. of pineapple rum via Bacon Jalapeno Chicken Bites - via Grilled prosciutto wrapped asparagus via  via  Festive...

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