I lucked out with another fabulous Kat Von D voxbox, this time it was to test out the new Saint and Sinner perfumes. I love the light and airy floral and vanilla notes of the Saint, and when I'm feeling more spicy I will reach for the Sinner scent.
How is my baby 9 months already!? Time is absolutely flying, and I have to keep reminding myself she's not my itty bitty baby anymore. Plans have been in motion the past few weeks for her 1st birthday party - craziness! The theme and the date have been narrowed down, and the custom cake has been ordered.
The news of Chester Bennington's suicide rocked me more than I expected. Maybe it's because I've loved Linkin Park since they hit the scene, maybe because I remember rockin' out to them via Napster downloads, maybe because we got to see him showcase his amazing talent live on stage, or maybe it's because the wounds are still unbelievably raw of losing my cousin. This is not a subject to be taken lightly, and I can't stress enough that no matter how hard things are they will always get better and there is so much and so many to live for.
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*Linkin Park Concert circa 2015*
My college self was a tad too excited for the limited release of Zima. I also had a strong love for Smirnoff Ice back in the day, but we all know Zima was the original. My fabulous neighbors brought them over a few weeks ago, and we've been enjoying them here and there with sweet sweet nostalgia.
I may live in Florida, but I definitely spend the majority of my time in the pool during the summer months. Life is just better in the water, and it's so relaxing and good for the soul after the hustle and bustle of the work week.
Speaking of good for the soul ~ $3 mimosas all day at a local sports bar and no dress code at work. Casual Fridays equal shorts!
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That elephant clutch is absolutely adorable! What a great win! And it's hard the believe Serena is almost 1! Seems like just yesterday we were celebrating with your blog announcement :) you're so on the ball with planning! Have a wonderful week!!
ReplyDeleteInfluentser has been sending the best stuff recently!! Love it!! I can't believe little miss is going to be one soon - she's such a doll!! I just know what you have planned is going to be full of cute details! xo, Biana -BlovedBoston
ReplyDeleteI seriously can't believe Serena is already 9 months and her 1st birthday is just around the corner! Crazy how fast time flies. Can't wait to hear about the party you have planned, I'm sure it will be fabulous! Happy Monday!
ReplyDeletexo, Rachel
A Blonde's Moment
Of course you can have Thoughts on Monday. Fun! Oh sweet Serena, she is so precious Kate!! Just want to kiss those sweet cheeks. Her party will be so Amazing as you add the sweetest touches! LOVE that clutch!
ReplyDeleteThat elephant clutch is adorable! Can't believe she is already 9 months old, time flies!
ReplyDeleteI can't believe your sweet girl is already 9 months old! Can't wait to hear about your party plans! That elephant clutch is so cute! I loved A Pairs Apartment! Have a great week!
ReplyDeleteJill
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Those perfumes sound like such a treat! How crazy time flies and your little babe is almost a year old already. Can't wait to hear about her party !
ReplyDeleteCan't believe Serena is already 9 months old!! Time just flies by! She is so darn precious! $3 mimosas sounds pretty amazing! Happy Monday!
ReplyDeleteRosy Outlook
9 months?! When did this happen!? Love that elephant clutch and that Naomi ring
ReplyDeletei can't believe she's 9 months already. yay for figuring out the theme and things for her birthday! reminds me that my bday is coming up soon lol. i hear you on the chester stuff. i have been listening to LP nonstop these past few days. i just want the madness to stop already. anyway, have a great week my friend!
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I was really surprised about Chester Bennington's suicide as well. My friend and I were just texting and talking about how we remember going and buying their very first CD and being so obsessed with it. And yes to Zima! I totally remember my parents drinking that back in the day! It sounds like you had a great weekend, and you're totally right that elephant clutch is the best prize from a baby shower!
ReplyDeleteGreat round up! Your baby is so cute!
ReplyDelete~Samantha
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Suicide has hurt my family also. I wish people knew there were people out there who could - and want to - help.
ReplyDeleteI cannot believe your baby is nine months old.
Your baby is adorable! I love these roundup posts from bloggers :) Feels like readers are given the chance to know more about your thoughts and your life!
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That elephant clutch is so cute! And yes to mimosas! I seriously haven't been to 4th Street in forever but now I need to go for a mimosa or two! And life is definitely better in the water! <3, Pamela Sequins & Sea Breezes
ReplyDeleteSuch an adorable clutch, what a fun baby shower gift. Speaking of adorable, lil S is just the cutest.
ReplyDeleteUgh, so sad about Chester. I like you was a HUGE LP from the jump, their music was so good and they were so real. I am so sorry you've had to experience the heartbreak first hand, lots of love and prayers to you.
That elephant clutch was made for you! I can't believe your little one is almost a year! That's seriously crazy! She's adorable :)
ReplyDeleteGirl I wish I had a pool to relax in on the weekends! So great. Also that clutch is adorable.
ReplyDelete9 months? STOP IT!!! These kids are growing way too fast! Cant wait to hear what kind of theme you are doing for the party! I haven't even started thinking about it yet, but I need to. Zima...LOL!!! I was a fan of Smirnoff Ice in college. I cant even think about them without gagging right now hahaha. Those were the days. I cant even talk about Linkin Park anymore. It is so sad and tragic.
ReplyDeleteI agree, influenster has been sending some great stuff lately. I'm suppose to get one sometime this week. OH napster..I haven't heard that in a long time, how much I loved it, hehe.
ReplyDeleteOh that clutch is a adorable!! Oh man, I had no idea Zima was back, that is so funny.
ReplyDeleteSo sad about Chester. My heart goes out to his family and children.
That's a fun Influenster goodie! I swear you JUST had a baby last week, not nine months ago. WAY too fast!
ReplyDeleteHappy Monday! That clutch is adorable and one of the best shower gifts I've ever seen! How is she 9 months already?! I was surprised by the news too and it breaks my heart to hear things like this. You're so right, there is always something to live for <3 Beautifully Candid
ReplyDeleteHow cute are those little perfume bottles! I can't believe little Miss is already 9 months...wow! She's such a doll!
ReplyDeletexo, Lily
Beauty With Lily
$3 mimosas?! Sign me up!
ReplyDeleteI cannot believe your baby girl is already 9 months! Holy moly!! It seems like just yesterday she was born. And girrrrl, I used to love some Smirnoff Ice back in the day, too! That and Bacardi O. Lol. I don't think I could drink it now if I tried!
ReplyDeleteTime is flying with our little girls. I can hardly believe it! Those perfumes sound fun as do your Zimas. :) The suicide was such sad news.
ReplyDeleteAmy Ann
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Nine months already?! That certainly flew by! Ah memories of college with the Zima and Napster for sure, and so sad about another tragic death.
ReplyDeleteAhh I couldn't believe the news either about Chester - I mean brand new song out, upcoming tour - so incredibly unsettling and sad! How in the heck is she 9 months?! Wow!
ReplyDeleteThat is an awesome package from Influenster! Your little girl is too adorable! They do grow up fast! Love that clutch!
ReplyDeleteBrittany :)
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Looks like you have had an amazing time. I just saw in Sephora Kat's new makeup and the bottle is super cute. I hope you enjoy it!
ReplyDeleteCamila,
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Your baby girl is so adorable ! Love that clutch !
ReplyDeleteHave a great start to your week !
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That clutch is sooo cute! I can't believe Serena is 9 months- WHAT? Time flies! Can't wait to see what you have planned for her special birthday :) I'm sure it will be amazing!
ReplyDeleteThe Kate Von D perfumes sound amazing and definitely one of the better Voxboxes out there! I can't believe baby fashionista is 9 months already! I can't wait to see her again and it has to happen before her birthday party! Maybe this weekend? Would you believe I've never tried Zima? I've seen so many friends posting about it, and not blogger friends so I'm intrigued! xo Emily @ Martinis & Bikinis
ReplyDeleteYour girl is adorable!! And I need to try the Kate Von D perfumes soon!
ReplyDeleteAdi xx
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I am seriously impressed that you have already started preparations for the 1st birthday. I haven't planned ahead for a birthday yet. They always sneak up on me and then I'm in a rush! Maybe one day I will learn. :)
ReplyDeleteOooh I love the color of your S'well bottle! What a fun weekend. Influenster has seriously been rocking it lately with the beauty voxboxes. I'm super impressed! We also bought a six pack of Zima last month - because why not?! haha!
ReplyDeleteMeg, Borrowed Heaven
I love Kat Von D! Those perfumes sound awesome, and your baby is adorable :)
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Ok, you had an amazing weekend! This is a reminder to get my butt in the pool more before it's too late!! I can't believe how fast she's grown!!
ReplyDeleteLooks like you've been busy with a lot of fun stuff lately! Love that cute elephant bag and I am a big believer that everyone needs a swell bottle!
ReplyDeleteXoxo,
Whitney & Blaire
Peaches In A Pod
Your little girl is getting so big! Omg!
ReplyDeleteAnd I LOVE that Zima was back- we bought a 6-pack for ol' time's sake, too!
-Ashley
Le Stylo Rouge
i was a fan of linkin park when they first came out but not really recently, but still, i also got super upset for some reason. it's just so shocking and upsetting. i feel so bad for his family.
ReplyDeletei have never had Zima, but i did drink a lot of smirnoff ice (i think, we called them double blacks lol, i think they are the same thing).
that elephant clutch!!! i need it!
can't believe your baby is 9 months old. time flies!
Time sure flies by fast. Your baby is just the most adorable thing in the whole world.
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love that pouch!
ReplyDeleteNews of Chester is so sad, I love linkin park, love that you shared that..
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That elephant clutch is soooo pretty. Love that you got that as a shower gift. I am still rocked by Chester's death too. It hit me hard. I loved Linkin Park. So sad that it ended this way.
ReplyDelete9 months?! How and why is this happening?! Our girls are getting way too big! I can't wait to see what you do for her party. I know it's going to be fabulous!
ReplyDeleteThat elephant clutch is so cute! Love it!
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