Pink Swap Link Up

I participated in the ever-fabulous Kappa Prep's "Pink Swap..." 

And I didn't think I could have any more fun that I did shopping for CJC's package, but I did:

When I recieved the incredible package she sent me.  Spoiled would be an understatment!!!

I opened my package to reveal:

I'm a stickler when it comes to always reading the card before I open any sort of present or package--I feel like otherwise I won't appreciate the words inside the card as much because I'm too focused on what was in the package. 

Once I opened my package, and saw all the goodies CJC had sent my way...I was glad I opened her sweet card first :)

I seriously wish I knew her in real life...or lived in South Carolina (where she's from) so I could give her a really big hug!!! I felt like the luckiest girl in the world :)

Okay...I'm done teasing you...here are some of the FUN things CJC sent my way:

Essie Nail Polish in "Mod Square", a Pink Fairy Wand--I'm brainstorming occasions to use this (none of them are Halloween--they're everyday occurrences), and a Jim Thompson silk cosmetic bag.

I also got some hot pink plastic straws (I drink everything out of a straw), and some cupcake toothpaste--which I'm excited to try--but nervous it make me me hungry for cupcakes or frosting after brushing :)

And there is more.  Can you see why I felt so spoiled by Miss CJC?!
A Lilly "Latte A Day Mug," An Eccolo "Capture the Day" Lined Journal, and another special treat: my very own Monogrammed Accessory.

Thank you so much CJC for making me feel like a very special/spoiled/lucky girl. I hope you loved your package as much as I loved mine :) oxo

Dinutton

"Dinutton...?" You muse. Cautiously wondering if that term describes  (1) an uncomfortable yoga pose; (2) some sort of foreplay; or (3) the new hip fashion trend where all shirts are worn unbuttoned.  Though, you, my blog reader are brighter, better looking and more awesome than all non-readers, none of those answers are correct. Sorry.

I made some partial words for this blog, but before I get to that...Sidebar (I just started laughing when I typed that, fyi).  For those of you who aren't familiar with the fun you can have with partial words--here are a few of my favorites: "Obvi" for "Obviously," "Shuttie" for "Shut Up...," "Hangsies" for "Hungover," and of course "Fave" for "Favorite."

Unfortunately I didn't get to use any of my day-to-day lingo that I could never use in a professional environment instead "Dinutton" was a combination of two words: Dinner and Button.  Day 6 and Day 7 from the #Febphotoaday Challenge.

Day 6: Dinner

Leftover Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup...So good! (My mom makes the best soup!!!)

(The veggies in the soup are veggies my Gram cans throughout the year)

I had one cup of broth, because I was so so so COLD...and then a cup of soup full of veggies!

Day 7: Button

Not to be super original or anything...but my pea coat buttons weren't exciting enough to warrant a picture on here, neither were the buttons on my pajamas.

So I took a picture of the "button" I use every day (usually a couple times a day) to park in the garage at school...My favorite part of this button?! I'm a huge germphobe--so I don't have to touch it!!!

Thank you all for listening to, loving, and now utilizing the term soon to be most popular word ever "Dinutton."

Happy Tuesday Friends!!!

oxo

Weekend Recap

Friday Night wasn't necessarily thrilling, but it was productive...at least in the retail world.

Since a storm was on the way I think everyone was at home or (as PCS told me via text: the grocery store was a zoo) stocking up at the store, we were super slow.  Clothing wise, I layered up to stay warm, on a side note, I am currently in love with this red-orange color...and cobalt blue.

We dressed mannequins, put out new artwork in the store, tried on clothes, and board folded shirts...

I also made some depressing (subject matter wise), but colorful and informative artwork for our back room.

Saturday was super lame. Mostly because it was a winter wonderland... I drove to the gym,(on a side note I was the only car aside from the City Snow Plows on the road) worked Out, then got some gas (second side note--I was the only SUV at the gas station without a plow attached to the front of my SUV)...Got to school and spent some quality time with my Jessup Friends (our competition is this coming weekend--positive thoughts my way Please).  I got home and took a 4 hour nap, got up and went to church with my parents, came home and ate some spicy chicken chili and went to bed by 7.30. Lame.

Sunday was spent studying at Panera with RKW (for like 7 hours).

If you'd like to see exactly what I was studying yesterday morning--you can read about that right here.  After our marathon study sesh--I watched Grey's from last week on Hulu...watched the first half of the super bowl, and went to bed by 8. 

How was your weekend?
Thanks For Reading. oxo

At 10am...

Day 5: 10am

My Phone Alarm Went Off At 10am to remind me to take a picture.

I'm at Panera working on Business Associations, Witness Exam Skills, and an Appellate Brief For Work...

What's in the tupperware? (Pineapple)...

In the coffee mug? (Half Decaf/Half Hazelnut, Black, with Cinnamon Powder)

And what was I listening to on Pandora? (My "Wicked" Station...)

At 10am--this song was on:

Happy Sunday Friends!!!

Hold My Hand



Via

"And it's still true, no matter how old you are, when you go out into the world, it's best to hold hands and stick together..."

I couldn't end a Friday post without some music...
Hand Music. Hootie and the Blowfish Stylee.

TGIF Friends.



Beautiful Words

Today's Challenge: Words.

I have this box in my closet filled with cards and letters from some of my closest friends, grandparents and my mom and dad. 

I pulled out two distinct piles--one from my friend from college EB (mini) and one from my childhood friend MBG....I spread the letters and cards on the floor, and I began to read.

What surprised me the most was the message both girls repeated over and over... "You are Beautiful...Inside AND Outside."

(Disclaimer: I have never and would never physically describe myself that way... In fact blogging about it makes me slightly uncomfortable because I don't want anyone to think I come across vain or anything like that.)

However, these words had a profound impact on me.  When I read their letters I started crying. I don't think those words really resonated with me in the past, (pry why each letter echoed the sentiment) but for some reason they did while I was reading the letters.

 Even if it was just for a minute, because of their words.

I felt beautiful.

And it was incredible.

My View Today

I've been at a loss of what to write about lately, so when I stumbled upon this challenge, I was thrilled. Day #1 "Your View Today..."

What I'm looking at this afternoon:

Nothing super exciting...studying in the library, reading up on the most recent ICJ decision Germany v. Italy; Greece Intervening...Trying to memorize an oral argument, writing my never-ending to-do list for the rest of the day, and reading for Crim Pro Tomorrow.  On the bright side (pardon the pun) I'm sitting by a window loving the sunshine streaming streaming in...and wishing I could be outside enjoying the 62 degree weather.

Honestly though, today is a good day...and I'm glad I could share a little bit of my day with all of you :) So fill me in friends, tell me about your day.