Weekend Recap!

This is how I feel on this Monday afternoon! Tired..I've been yawning all day, and to make matters worse, I think I might be coming down with something --no bueno! So I will be popping some Zicam as soon as I get home..

Last week was a very busy week for us. We had lots to do around the house in preparations for our Christmas party. I'm happy to report, that everything was finished right on time! Our home is starting to feel like home! I finished decorating the house with all our Christmas decorations and gave it the warm feeling it deserved! We also painted, and I finally cleaned out our office! --That by itself was a never ending project! I'm so happy I now have a safe haven to blog :)

The Party was a success! It was small and intimate. I think I get an A+ for hostessing!! I made sure there was plenty of food, and that everyone was comfortable! Between husbone and I, we definitely know hoe to plan a party..

We still have lots of booze left..Maybe we should throw another party?? lol

Sunday we slept in, had some breakfast at our local Starbucks, and had a lazy day at the in laws. It was a great, relaxing Sunday..

{Top 2} Christmas Ornaments

This year will be our first Christmas as a married couple! --Aww!!!

So we will be starting our own traditions, and decorating our first tree together. Being that I love tradition and all, I've started our ornament collection! These are two of the many that I will be hanging on our tree:

Wohoo for Christmas ornaments!

Weekend Recap/12 Days of Christmas Challenge - Day 12-14

Oh Monday! You came so quickly..

This weekend was a non stop, jammed packed weekend. With our upcoming Christmas party, we've been very busy getting the house ready for our guests. With so many projects, I really hope that we will have everything finished by Saturday --praying!

Besides that, our weekend was short & fun! Sunday we enjoyed a fun filled day of tailgating, and watching some good old football, with a trip to Starbucks to end our weekend. All in all it was a great weekend!

Now it's back to the grind!!

I am hoping to the time fairies give me more hours of the day in order to accomplish everything..

On another note:

Day 12 - Show us your Decorations

I haven't had a chance to finish putting up all our Christmas decorations, so check back next week for pictures :)

Day 13 - Favorite Cookie Recipe

Paula Deen's - Chocolate Gooey Butter Cookies

It is so yummy!! Especially with a glass of milk! Definitely worth trying :)

Day 14 - Oprah's Favorite Things: What items I would like to receive if I was part of her studio audience?

I don't watch Oprah, but i have seen clips of "favorite things" episodes in the news. People crying, ect. Very comical! But if I had the chance of winning something in her audience, I would like:

• A trip anywhere
• A new car
• Money

I can't believe this Christmas challenge is over! Thank you Aly & Molly for hosting this fun challenge! It was nice to meet so many other bloggers out there! Till the next challenge...

12 Days of Christmas Challenge - Day 11

New Years Resolution(s)

I can't believe we are are almost done with Aly's & Molly's Christmas challenge! I am really going to miss reading every one's post! --sigh!

Anyhow, the subject today is New Years resolution's! 2010 has been a great year! I accomplished many great things! I passed the Florida Bar, Planned a wedding, Got married, and landed a dream job! I am so blessed! Which means that 2011 will be even better :)

After thinking about things I would love to improve, I came up with the following New Years Resolutions:

Exercise on a regular basis! Just not short term!

Eat healthier! More fruits and veggies!

Stress less! I know it sounds impossible, but limiting it is key!

Save more money! You can never have enough money saved.

Create a Bucket list!! And start crossing items out!

Can you believe it's almost 2011?? Wow! this year has passed so quickly!!

Hello December!!

Wohoo for December!!! I can't believe you have finally arrived! I have my Christmas music blasting, and I am officially all geared up for Christmas! Especially with this lovely weather we are having! If anyone knows anything about Miami, you will know we don't experience the seasons like everyone else. It's usually hot and muggy all year round. Luckily we have been blessed with a cold front that has brought us some cool weather! --Yay!! I will so be wearing my boots and light sweaters...

This weekend I will be hard at work with lots of Christmas projects. Next week we are hosting a Christmas Party that I am not ready at all for! This party has creeped up on me, and I need to get a game plan going. I also want to finish putting up all the Christmas decor. I have so many little projects that I want to get started on, so maybe by cranking up the Christmas music I can get some much needed work done. --Sigh!

It will be a be a weekend to open up some windows and be productive!!

Oh and by the way...TGIF!!!!!!! Have a great weekend everyone!

12 Days of Christmas Challenge - Day 10

Favorite Christmas Songs!


One of my favorite things about Christmas, is the MUSIC! What better way to get into mood the Christmas spirit than Christmas music!!

There is no secret that I love Jessica Simpson! I just love everything about her, but most of all her Christmas music!!!

So when I am driving, decorating the house, or gift wrapping I always listen to these songs:

Let it Snow!

My Only Wish (I LOVE this one)

Baby it's Cold Outside!

Winter Wonderland!

Silent Night

Oh Holy Night!


I am so glad I was able to share some of my favorite Christmas songs! I look forward to reading every one's post, and adding some new favorites!!

12 Days of Christmas Challenge - Day 9

Favorite Holiday Recipe/Recipe Wednesday

This week I'm combining "Recipe Wednesday" with Day 9 of this Christmas Challenge.. When it comes to favorite recipes, I love to bake desserts! Desserts + Christmas = Heaven!

Especially Paula Deen's recipes! You can always count on her for yummy desserts. Not only are they delicious, but they are easy to make for any holiday gathering. I am planning to do lots of baking this holiday season, and lots of eating too..--Just a little!

Here are some of my favorite Paula Deen recipes:

Paula Deen's Gingerbread Boys & Girls

Pumpkin Bars

Creme De Menthe Brownies

White Chocolate Cherry Chunks