The Easiest Apple Cider Doughnuts You Will Ever Make

One of my favorite fall foods is the infamous apple cider doughnut. Yeah yeah, it's not really feeling so much like fall in Florida yet, but who made mother nature the boss on when I can start celebrating this glorious season? In the name of my favorite time of year, I am determined to sweat through every 90+ degree day wearing sweaters and boots, sipping pumpkin spice coffee, and eating anything apple- flavored. Thankyouverymuch.

I pinned this recipe on Pinterest and couldn't stop thinking about it. Sometimes, when I'm thinking of baking something, I'm really in the mood to take my time in the kitchen. Just sift, measure and mix my worries away.

This was not one of those times. I just wanted to eat three one as.soon.as.possible.

I'm sure the Pinterest recipe is delicious, probably even more delicious than mine, but damnit if I was going to have to spend a couple hours in the kitchen and worse, have a ton of dishes to do. So I combined some elements of this recipe with another doughnut recipe to make the easiest (and possibly most delicious) apple cider doughnuts you will ever make.

Ingredients
1 can biscuits
Vegetable oil (enough to put about a half inch in the bottom of your pan)
1 cup apple cider
1 1/2 cups (ish) powdered sugar

Directions
Heat the apple cider to boiling; let boil for 10-12 minutes (until reduced). Add 1/2 cup of powdered sugar to start, then continue adding until you reach a glaze consistency. I ended up using 1 1/2 cups. Set aside.

Remove the biscuits from the can. Find something in your kitchen to cut a hole into each biscuit to make the doughnut shape. I used the wide end of a frosting tip. Heat the oil on medium heat for a couple of minutes; carefully place the doughnuts into the oil. Make sure the oil doesn't get too hot, or your doughnuts will burn on the outside and stay doughy on the inside. Fry for 2-3 minutes, or until the outside is a nice golden brown and the inside is cooked through. Remove from the oil and place on a paper towel. Pour the apple cider glaze over the doughnuts. 

Then let the feasting begin. These are just as good later on if you heat them in the microwave for 15-20 seconds.

You're welcome.

It's the Great Chevron Pumpkin, Charlie Brown

Isn't October just the greatest month EVER? I've had my fall decorations out since Labor Day and I can't seem to ever feel like I have enough. It probably doesn't help that it's still 90 freaking degrees in Florida and every day it doesn't cool down I die a little more inside. Oh well, I'm determined to enjoy this awesome season as much as the rest of the world, even if it is still hotter than a Western New York summer here.

I saw this adorable Chevron pumpkin on Pinterest and thought I'd give it a whirl.

Click here to see the pin!

All I needed for this craft was a $6 foam/plastic pumpkin from Target, painters tape and some ivory spray paint. The pinterest instructions also said to use an exacto knife, but I didn't feel like spending the money didn't want my pumpkin to be quite so perfect. ;) 

Next I taped off my stripes. For me, there was really no method, just tried to keep the stripes even and match up the points. 

Finally I went outside and spray painted that bad boy. After bringing it back inside I let it dry overnight before taking the tape off. 

Clearly not perfect, but it is one-of-a-kind! If I were to do it again, I would spring for the exacto knife or razor to make the tape edges straight where I tore off. Also, make sure your tape is completely stuck down! Dang spray paint has a tendency to run and will run right behind your tape in the grooves of your pumpkin. And when you spray paint, hold the can a good 12 inches away so it doesn't run so much. I'm going to keep trying to clean up the imperfections on mine.. or just get another $6 pumpkin and give it another try ;) 

Have a great week! 

New York State of Mind

As I sit here this morning, tea in hand, tissues nearby, coughing and sneezing on my keyboard, I can't help but ask myself... WHY did we have to come back from New York?! Seriously though. It.Will.Not.Stop being 90 degrees and humid here. Let me set the stage for you. 

We visited my family in Western New York over the weekend and it was picture-perfect fall weather. High 60's, sunny, and the leaves where changing... I could get off on this time of year. Maybe that's TMI but you get the picture. It is my favorite time of year up north, with its crisp air, crunchy leaves, boots and sweaters. And then we come back to Florida. 
Where it is STILL freaking summer. 
In October.
Should be illegal. 

And now I am sick. Could have been the plane. Could have been something I caught up there. But I'm going to go ahead and blame Florida. 

I digress. I want to share about our weekend! 

We flew into Buffalo on Thursday afternoon and got off the plane absolutely starving. And what better place to grab something quick than MIGHTY TACO! Anyone from or been to Buffalo? Then you know what I'm talkin about. 

Two mighty-packs later (that's 12 tacos ya'll) we were on the way to my sweet hometown of Clymer, NY, which mainly consists of dairy farmers and Amish families. We spent most of our weekend at my sister and brother-in-law's house, which is, you guessed it, on a dairy farm. Here are some photos of us playing outside with my adorable nephew.

Between hanging out at the farm, my Dad's house, and sneaking away to our local watering hole for drinks with friends, it was a busy but fun weekend! 

We ended it with a bang by visiting Niagara Falls on Sunday with my Mom before heading out of town. Have you ever been on the Maid of the Mist? This boat brings you right in the middle of Horseshoe Falls. Holy awesome, Batman! I think it should be renamed "Maid of the Crazy-Strong-Waterfall-Wind-and-Water-Spraying-Right-In-Your-Face"... they seriously don't prepare you for that. We looked like drowned rats when we got off, but it was so worth it! 

When we got to the airport to head back south, I got the update that the Bills beat Baltimore. This was the icing on cake after a great weekend. See ya at Christmas time, NY! 

Oh hey Monday, it's you again...

And another weekend bites the dust. Why is it that those 2 days fly by erry damn time and the 5 days in between seem to take 23749328742 years? Sigh.

Perhaps I'm just feeling a little melancholy because it will. not. stop. raining. I typically appreciate a good rainy day to curl up and sip some of me favorite vino, but for whatever reason I just can't get out of my depressed funk today. Also hating myself because today I decided to give up my evening gallon bowl of ice cream, but replaced it with about 1.5 cups of peanut m&m's. No bueno.

ANYWAYS...

The weekend really was quite fabulous! Friday we headed out to a piano bar with a few other couples to celebrate my girl M's birthday. Free covers and drinks? Holla!

I had to work all afternoon and evening Saturday, so really nothing to talk about. Unless you want to hear about me cleaning my toilets, washing bed sheets, and watching Along Came Polly that morning.

We started Sunday out with breakfast at the Cracker Barrel. Is there anything more delicious than blueberry pancakes and bacon? I really think God had me in mind whenever he gave someone the inspiration to create this heavenly breakfast platter.

 

After grocery shopping and a whole lot of laying around, we got to go have dinner with one of my dearest friends, who is in town on vacation with her husband and adorable daughter. We ended our weekend with snuggling up on the couch to watch World War Z. I'm not much for zombies, but Brad Pitt was delightful as always.

 

How was everyone else's weekend?

 

Oh yeah, and happy freakin Monday.  



Sunday Social!

Joining in on the Sunday Social fun! Head on over to A Complete Waste of Makeup to link-up :)

 

This week's questions:

 

1. What is your favorite handbag you've ever owned?

Oh jeeze, you're asking the girl with Coach taste on a Target budget. The truth? I bought a mint messenger bag from Target earlier this year that I am still absolutely in love with. Notevenmadaboutit.

 

2. What is your dream bag that you lust over?

This.

 

3. What are the daily essentials in your purse or work bag?

Phone, keys, wallet, lip gloss, and a case for my contacts along with my glasses, because it's allergy season ya'll and my eyes can't handle this shiz!

 

4. What's in your purse (with pictures)

Here is said Target messenger bag with all of my essentials ;)

 

That's it for now! Looking forward to meeting some other start-up bloggers like me. In just three words I will sum up the rest of my Sunday: Lemon Ginger Mojito.

Cheers!

 



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The Hump Day Blog Hop!

Today, I pop my "link-up" cherry.

Here's the deal: I REALLY want to grow my blog. I love to write. I love to read what other people are writing. I love to drink coffee and wine, depending on what time of day it is, and blogging allows me to do just that while I flex my creative muscles. 

Although my blog is appropriately titled "Her Roaring Twenties" for this season of my life, I'm under no illusion that "Her Stressful, Child-Bearing Thirties" aren't just around the corner. I've come to the realization that when I have children, I will absolutely want to stay home with them if it is financially feasible. However, knowing myself, I will need some sort of job or hobby so I don't go completely insane. I would love to have a successful blog where I do something I love, meet and get to know other interesting people, and even generate some extra income for my family. 

I see so many blogs written by women who are not only mothers, but hilarious, awesome writers with funny stories, great ideas, and inspiring thoughts. And they're geniuses, in my opinion, because they get to make a living doing something so fun. 

And up to this point, I've been a terrible blogger. I have made no attempt to link up with other bloggers or promote my blog, and I do not blog nearly enough, because, well, I don't know where to begin.

One of the bloggers I follow, Raven from Don't quote the Raven (who is shamelessly tell-it-like-it-is and absolutely hilarious), mentioned a link-up with Fitness Blondie. 

My response was "What the hell!" 

I have nothing to lose. 

So here goes nothing! I'm looking forward to finding other new blogs to follow and learning from everyone about how I can make this blog something worth reading.

Cheers!

Crazy Cat Lady.

I haven't written in a while, and I honestly can't think of anything to talk about today.

I just would like to show whoever is out there reading my tiny, microscopic corner of the world what happens while all of my friends are getting engaged, getting married, having babies, traveling the world...

I'm over here all

"hey y'all, look at my cat wearing my glasses." 

(Although he DOES look handsome, doesn't he?)

Happy Wednesday!

Reality Shows and to Naples we go!

Is anyone else watching Big Brother this season? 

I am, for the first time. It seemed like errrybody else had "their show" except for me. I have a hard time sitting down in the same place at the same time every week, but I wanted to keep up with the FB and blog chatter! And HOOOOLY crap, I'm addicted! 

There are lots of people in the house that I really like, but the top three on my shit list are as follows (sorry if I butcher the spelling on their names):

1) Aaryn

2) Kaitlyn

3) Jeremy

Thank goodness surfer boy left the first week.. David, was it? I couldn't handle "the hair" for another minute. Although I'm not sure Jeremy is much more tolerable. But Aaryn has GOT to go next. I can't not believe how much ignorance, arrogance and malice can fit into one tiny little body! 

I'm lovin me some MomSquad, Howard, and Amanda. Even though I'm not a mom, I think I would relate to those ladies much better than others in the house. Anyone who isn't a mean b***h would agree.

Anyways, we went to one of our favorite places in Florida over the Fourth: Naples!

^This is the only photo I have from the whole weekend... we were too busy having fun to remember to snap more ;) 

Ray has family there, so we have been before to check it out and visit people, but this time it was a purely random trip with absolutely no plan or itinerary. 

I love that about us, by the way. Last time we went, we didn't even book a place to stay. Just figured it out when we got there and it was one of the funnest weekends I've EVER had. 

This time around the weather was NOT on our side for the most part, but we made the best of it. For the few hours it wasn't raining, we rented a boat and floated around on the backwaters. Ray fished, I drank. We're a great team. We also swam in the ocean in the rain, which was completely spur of the moment and romantic, ate way too much, and watched the fireworks on Fort Myers beach (pictured). He is a little rough around the edges, but I love this man. 

Anyone else going on any minications? 

Wedding and a baby!

... Not mine. 

But the next best thing happened last weekend: my best friend FINALLY married the perfect guy for her! After a 2.5 year engagement, Lauren and Christian said "I do" on the beach in New Smyrna, Florida. 

I had the honor of standing next to Lauren. She looked absolutely gorgeous, btw. 

Here is a shot of all of us girlies the night before. We went to a local restaurant called The Garlic, and I HIGHLY recommend. The bruschetta was amazeballs and the wine was a'flowin. 

Wedding day was perfect. We had our last sleep over (well, at least as unmarried BFF's) Friday  in my hotel room. Ray's stupid work made him come in Saturday morning, so he couldn't come up Friday night as planned. It all worked out for the best, and the bride, flower girl (Lauren and Christian's daughter), and I cuddled up and got our beauty sleep for the big day. 

It was POURING when we were on our way to get our hair done. If you know Florida, you know what I'm talking about. The out-of-nowhere rainstorm where you can see nothing around you and swear you are about to float away. I told Lauren it was definitely good luck... which I'm not sure is true, but I think everyone says so to make the bride feel better and like her day isn't completely ruined. 

Luckily, this bride was no bridezilla and it didn't phase her a bit. 

Here is a quick synopsis of how I feel about getting hair done for weddings: 

If you know the hairdresser and have seen his or her work, go for it. If you don't know the hairdresser but have time to go ahead of time and do a trial run, DO IT. Otherwise, you are better off doing your hair yourself. Bless the woman's heart who did ours, but it was the laziest excuse for an up-do I've ever seen. She did both of our hair in a record 45 minutes, which to me is just not enough time if you really care about making a bride perfect for her wedding. She used those dumb wide bobby pins, ALL of which fell out of Lauren's hair before we even left the hotel for the ceremony. Luckily Lauren is so easy going. If it were my day, heads would have been rolling out of that damn salon. But I digress. Lauren would be gorgeous bald, so it didn't matter.

The beach was HOT as a mo'fo but luckily the ceremony only lasted about 10 minutes. We meant business. Here is the Bride, Groom, myself, and Ryan, who stood with Christian. And of course a shot of the bride and yours truly.

 

The reception was at a local beachside restaurant, and we drank and partied the rest of the day away. Here is my favorite picture of my hunky boyfriend and I from the day :) 

After the wedding, the newlyweds went off to Punta Cana, DR for a week and we had the pleasure of having their daughter stay at our house after their out-of-town family members had returned home. 

Things I learned in my weekend of parenting:

1) Improvising is everything. Raining outside and nothing do to? Blanket forts entertain for hours. 2) Netflix is a necessity. No commercials, no problem.

3) I have no idea how parents refrain from posting every funny thing their kids say on Facebook. I lost track of all the random shit that came out of Jackie's mouth. 

 Perhaps one of my favorite lines of the weekend:

"Jackie, what's your favorite color?"

"Blue caterpillars with stripes."

We had a blast :) 

Big Changes!

Happy Tuesday!

 

I might be the most inconsistent blogger EVER, but life has been full of so many blessings lately and I felt the need to get it all out for anyone who might actually read my blog.

 

I started a new job on Friday! That's right, you are looking at the new Public Relations and Brand Manager for a local winery and vineyard. I cannot put into words how excited I am for the free wine opportunity to do the type of creative work that I love with wonderful people in a beautiful vineyard. I am so blessed and thankful for all of the missed opportunities that lead me straight to this perfect fit. What am I going to do with myself now that I will have most weekends off again?! :)

 

Ray got a motorcycle. I'm not talking about a Harley, it is a 1000 cc street bike. I went out of town a couple weeks ago and had only been gone 2 hours before he purchased a new toy. My only conditions for this new hobby were: 1) he ALWAYS has to wear a helmet; and 2) we have to take a trip to Europe by the end of next year.

The whole thing makes me pretty nervous because my boyfriend is a daredevil with a need for speed. I say a prayer every time he gets on that bike, especially when I'm on the back. 

 

(But I secretly love it.)

 

The next two weekends are going to be super exciting. This Friday I get to head up to St. Augustine for work, and Ray will be coming up to join me when he gets out. My company is going to pay for us to stay the night so we can explore the area! I love love love St. Augustine, so I jumped at the chance to get to hang out after my training day. Next Thursday we will head up to Maryland to watch Ray's cousin get married.

 

I love weddings... maybe it will inspire Ray ;)

 

TTFN!

 

 

 

 

 



Weekly wrap-up



What a wonderful week I had!

 

My mom flew down from the snowy north last Sunday and stayed with us for the week.

After working 20 out of 22 days, I was so freaking ready very happy to have a few days off.

 

I only had to work on Monday, so she gladly grabbed her swimsuit and a book and chilled at the pool at the hotel I work at all day.

 

On Tuesday we trekked up to Daytona for a little beach action at the shores, where we used to visit my grandparents during their winter migration to the sunny south. The day brought back a lot of happy memories for us both and we felt like we had come full circle. We had lunch at Crabby Joes on the pier (an old favorite), and dinner where else but DJ's Deck down under. Same place Ray and I go all the time for some fresh catch and hushpuppies. It was the perfect beach day :)

On Wednesday we shopped the outlets all day then went to Cirque Du Soleil. Have you ever been to one of those shows? All I can say is WOW- it was absolutely amazing to see what those people can do! The stage itself was impressive, different parts were always moving and changing. If you ever get the chance, go! They wouldn't allow for pictures or videos during the show so this is the only photo I have. Mom and I before the show :)

 



 

Thursday morning Momma came with me to get my hair did- with so few days off I had to squeeze it in where I could! I'm a blonde again. It really is more fun :) That evening she, Ray, and I joined my BFF Lauren and her daughter Jackie to see Oz: The Great and Powerful. Shameless plug: this movie is nothing short of incredible. Ray and I have now seen it twice, and I'd go again if the damn IMAX tickets weren't so expensive! But it is so worth it- the story is great, the casting was spot on and the effects are amazing! That was the first time I have seen a 3D movie and actually felt like I was there. Just awesome.

 

After Ma flew out on Friday morning, I spent all weekend at work. And I will be there all week... that is until Thursday when I leave the gorgeous Florida weather and head to the snowy north. Lauren is getting married and it is my job to shower her :) I could do without the snow but CANNOT wait to see all of my precious neices and nephews and get some QT with some family and friends. Life is good, God is great!

 

Also to update from my last post, I'm down 2.5 pounds. More to go but a great start! Feeling better already :)

 

TTFN :)

Starting Today

Like many girls, I have always been self-conscious about my weight.

 

I have never been overly obese, but I don't remember a time when I didn't feel like I needed to lose at least 10 pounds. There was a time in high school when I became overly obsessed with fitness and weight loss, but I dropped too quickly and not in a healthy way.

 

Since high school I have mostly maintained my pre-anorexia weight, but always being about 15 pounds over what I would consider a healthy weight. Who am I kidding, of course I would like to be 20+ pounds lighter, but I am learning to embrace the fact that I will always have a thicker, more athletic build. I know that if I eat cleaner, work out more, drink more water and get plenty of sleep, the excess will come off and I will feel healthy and energized.

 

That being said, here I am in my mid-twenties wondering "if not now, then when?"

I cannot put off my best lifestyle any longer. I don't want to look back at this time in my life and wonder why I didn't put in the effort before children, career and the unavoidable changes that come with age take over.

 

In order to achieve my goal of losing 15 pounds, here is what I am going to do:

Drink at least 100 ounces of water every day

Work out 5 days/week

Track everything I eat on My Fitness Pal

Sleep at least 8 hours every night

Blog every week about my progress!

 

Here is a little "Pinspiration"

 

 

Dream big, right? ;)

 

PS- as I write this, I'm watching Biggest Loser and eating M&M's. Don't judge me.

 



Hi Blog, remember me?

Sheesh... I haven't blogged in over a MONTH!

I'm not sure whether I just haven't had anything to write about, or maybe just the fact that I've worked 16 out of the last 18 days.

 

BUT there is a light at the end of the tunnel. :)

My momma is coming to visit me on Sunday for 5 days! So they are letting me have 3 days off, which I am sooo looking forward to.

 

I see the beach in my very near future. :D

And reading.

And napping.

And shopping.

I think we also might go to Cirque Du Soleil, which would be a first for both my mom and I!

 

Side note: I need to take meat out of the freezer for dinner, and cannot say how much I dislike deciding in the morning what we will have for dinner that evening. As if spaghetti or baked chicken sounds at all appetizing while I'm eating yogurt and sipping on coffee. Guh-ross.

 

 

Did anyone watch the Daytona 500? Ray and I were there!

It was my first NASCAR race and his first time at the "Great American Race."

I have to say, I think a new racing fanatic may have been born that day! I always enjoyed going to the dirt tracks in high school but had never been to an asphalt race. Still can't stand watching racing on TV.

But I finally get why people love NASCAR! It really is pretty amazing to watch in person, they go sooo fast at steep banks, right on top of eachother, and somehow manage to do that for 500 miles. I think my favorite drivers are Tony Stewart, Kevin Harvick and Jimmy Johnson.

Here is my babe and I from the backstretch <3

 

 

Okay, I suppose its time to wrap this up and get ready for work. Since that is all I do anymore.

Have a great day everyone!!



L for Love!

I am a lover of all things DIY.

I am creative, scatterbrained, and find true joy in taking a bunch of nothing and creating something new and beautiful.

 

My latest craft was inspired by Pinterest and Etsy.

I am a Pinterest Junkie and SO not afraid to admit it.

And honestly, can any of us take full credit for our projects and recipes anymore?

I don't think so.

 

Anyways, one of my dearest friends in Maryland had her bridal shower a few weeks ago. Subsequently, she and her fiance recently purchased a house and I thought I would make them a one-of-a-kind wreath for their new home.

 

It may or may not have also been an excuse to make one for our house, too.

More bang for my buck, right? ;)

 

Anyways, here is the finished product!

 

 

Here are the supplies you will need:

wreath

wood letter

twine

1/3 yard of any 2 fabrics (I went with burlap and a plain cream colored cotton)

Pearl pins (optional)

hot glue gun

floral wire

 

I purchased everything I needed for two wreaths at Jo Ann's for less than $30!

Go ahead and try to buy two fabulous wreaths at target for that price. I dare you.

 

The first thing you need to do is wrap your wood letter with the twine, hot gluing in various places as you go. You could paint the letter for a different, unique look.

 

I used the floral wire and hot glue to secure the letter to the wreath.

 

For the fabric flowers, there are many tutorials on YouTube and Pinterest to create different types of flowers. I found roses to be the easiest for me with no sewing required. Check out this tutorial:

 

I hot glued the roses to my wreath, secured with the pretty pearl pins, and voila!

 

For the record, my use of the letter "L" is for Ray's last name, Love.

Wishful thinking on my part?

 

But since it's Valentine's Day, we can say it stands for our favorite noun,

love.

Yeah, let's go with that. ;)

 

Happy Valentine's Day sweethearts!





Hot Crabs, Cold Beer and Super Bowl Sunday

Like many retired northerners, my grandparents migrated to Daytona Beach every year from January through April. One of my favorite memories of visiting them was going to DJ's Oyster Deck, nicknamed "Down Under" because it is located on a dock under a bridge. This is a hole-in-the-wall restaurant and bar that locals love and is flooded with bikers during Bike Week.

 

Low and behold, it still exists and is exactly like I remember it. Since moving to Florida this is one of our favorite places to go. In case anyone has never been to Orlando, the seafood here is sub-par to say the least. Probably once a month we make the 1.5 hour drive to Daytona to get our fill of good hot crab legs, steamed shrimp, fried scallops and of course HUSHPUPPIES! This was the first place I ever tried them (at the age of 9!) and still maintain that theirs are the best.

 

I'm salivating just typing this.

 

Don't judge me. You would too.

 

We brought a couple of Ray's friends there on Saturday. We were starving and wanted to grub on some good food, and introducting friends to a new place seemed like a good enough excuse to make the trip :) We were not disappointed! Here are a couple snapshots of our night.

 

 

My handsome and I <3

(P.S. This is the biggest smile I could get him to muster up. He is just like other guys when it comes to taking photos, groaning every time I pull out the camera. Aren't boys ridiculous?)

 

Our feast! Or at least what remained about halfway through the meal. I was too excited when the food came to take a before picture!

 

And how about them Ravens?! My team is the Buffalo Bills, but I figured their odds were not good last night so I rooted for Baltimore ;) Honestly though, I didn't care who won as long as it was a good game, and that was the most exciting Super Bowl I've seen in a while!

 

More importantly, let's talk about the commercials! My favorite was the "So God made a Farmer" one by Dodge. I think that one hit close to home for so many people in my little hometown, where we have more cows than people. For real. What were some of your favorites?

 

Sigh. Now I'm thinking about all that junk I consumed the past two days, and all the cardio and healthy eating I'm going to have to do this week to make up for it.... bahaha who am I kidding. I'll probably skip the cardio, it was so worth the extra 2 pounds! ;)  

 

What a PERFECT weekend.

I'm not sure I want to return to the real world today :(

 

Till next time... happy Monday y'all!

FamILY and FaceTime

Sometimes it's really tough to live so far away from my family. 

I grew up in the tiny town of Clymer in upstate New York, and my whole family still lives there. Lets not kid ourselves, living in the sunshine state has its perks, but nothing is more important than family and I've got the best! :) 

I am extremely close with my big sister, Sandy. We talk e.v.e.r.y day, sometimes 2-3 times. I rarely make decisions without her. And not just the big ones. Pretty sure she usually decides what we are having for dinner.

 A couple times a week we make a FaceTime date so I can see the babies. Have I mentioned how much I love FaceTime and our new iPad? (Merry Christmas to Ray!) 

 

Anyways, I love that we get to do this because it makes them not feel so far away. I love taking screen shots of them when we re talking. It makes me happy :) 

So anyways, here are 3 of my favorite people!
 

 

I can't resist putting up this one of Lukey <3 I'd like to point out that even though he is miserable and crying... still reaching for that cookie. That's my boy!

 

 

 

That's it for today! I finally have a day off after working 10 days straight... I was going to clean my house all day, buuut decided shopping and a pedicure sounds a little better :)

Annnd we are having a Super Bowl party on Sunday! Excited to eat my body weight in chili and dip.

Have a great rest of your week everyone!

It's not delivery, it's....

 

 

After a crazy week at work for both of us, no one is happier than Ray and I that it is

finally Friday! 

[Not that it matters much for me. I work at a hotel and work most weekends anyways.]

 

Nonetheless, it always feels good to make it to Friday. 

And to me, the best way to spend a Friday night is with a date night in!

These always involve the following:

my couch

sweats and slippers

pizza (frozen, obvi. Let's keep the effort to a minimum here people.)

 

Tonight was no exception. We even made a nice salad to go with our pizza and to make me feel a little better about our bingefest.

So what if it was full of cheese, pepperoni and bacos?!

A salad is a salad. Amen? ;)

 

[After dinner we may or may not have had a dance-off to Jerry Lee Lewis and Elvis Prestley.]

 

I know, things get craaaay around here.

 

I better get going! Duck Dynasty is on and I don't want to keep my date waiting ;)

 

TTFN!