Have a mercy. It has been a whole week since I blogged. Not that I haven't thought about it. I even have a sticky note in my planner that has my blog topics written on it. Like, you know, I had a plan. Which I do. This week has gotten away with me and the main reason for that is it is a Wedding Week, like the week before a big wedding tomorrow. Which means along with the everyday responsibilities, it seems every spare minute in my mind I am obsessing, mentally checking and rechecking every.last.detail of the Day. To say that I don't want anything to go awry would be an understatement. Funny side note: I just googled the word "awry" to be sure I spelled it correctly and looked at the definition. Awry means: to fall apart, unravel or to fall into disorder. Ah yes, that is exactly what I don't want to happen. And it won't, I know that. I tend to be a bit of an over-thinker and so a Wedding Day that You Want to Go Perfect is an over-thinker's nightmare. As E and I always say, Sunday's Comin.' It gives double good meaning to that old phrase for a wedding planner.
But Sunday is stacking up to be a busy day. So I hope I can get this old body up and out the door early for Worship and Sunday School. I sure don't want to miss. We won't be in town next Sunday so I really want to be with my "church people" this weekend. It really makes me happy.
Sunday afternoon we will celebrate with our dear friends their Daddy's 90th Birthday. Since Mimi turned 89 last Sunday, I have been reflecting on a long life well lived all week. It is truly a blessing to have a parent for such a long life. I am so thankful.
Sunday night is an Inaugural Night of sorts. D and I, along with three of our best couple friends are starting a new tradition, a Supper Club. We have talked about what a great idea this would be for years and by golly, we are going to do it. However, lest you think we are all going to do the traditional go-to-each-others-houses-and-cook-type Supper Club, that may not happen. We are just going to Supper. Together. We'll take turns planning the monthly outing and just go enjoy being together. You just have to be intentional about these things or they just don't happen. I can hardly wait to be with these precious friends.
And speaking of Inaugural Nights, did you hear the whoop-whoops of excitement coming from the houses last night? If you had been close to mine you sure would have heard it. Just in case you aren't immersed in sports, specifically football, you might not be aware that last night at 6:00 the ... drum roll please ... SEC Network premiered!! There might or might not be a few words of the "Halleluiah Chorus" sang at my house. Believe you me, it was a BIG night! We (and by that I mean, my husband) had been counting down the days until this premier.
And get this ... for the past few days D had been in Kansas City at a food show. So yesterday morning he hears that he can get an earlier flight home than expected so he jumped on it. As he was standing in line to board the plane, his phone rings. It is our Coke Rep/friend/huge Bulldog fan who says "I've got an extra ticket for the 3:00 Bulldog practice in Athens, can you come? and oh by the way, Matt Stinchcomb (from the SEC Network) will be interviewing Coach Richt while we are there so we'll get to see that too. And it's a party type thing with food and drinks, a couple of talks from the Coaches, it kinda sounds like something you might enjoy." Are you kidding? D could have flown home without the plane. As soon as his feet hit the Georgia clay, he changed clothes and made a bee-line to Athens. To say that he was over-the-moon excited when he got home last night would be an understatement. So pretty much, he had the.best.day.ever You know, I just had to smile. My husband works hard, long, long days. His job comes with much responsibility and stress. He has a lot to juggle. So when a little fun unexpected something comes along to break up an otherwise stressful week for him, this wife was extremely thankful. I truly believe it was no coincidence that he was able to get an earlier flight. I believe our good God knew what he needed. As He always does.
So today and tomorrow will be hectic but oh so fun. I have had the pleasure of watching this precious bride grow from a girl to a woman, and now a wife. I'll be honest, these are my favorite weddings. Having a history with the family makes a Wedding Day oh so much sweeter. So much love to Erin and Will! Your Big Day is going to be Wonderful!
Friday, August 15, 2014
Friday, August 8, 2014
Food Friday: BBQ Chicken Pizza Edition
A few days ago I went to lunch with a friend and she ordered BBQ Chicken Pizza. It sounded so good and looked even better. So I decided a couple of nights later, I would make a BBQ Chicken Pizza. I've made them for years but with most dishes I make, I don't quite make things the same every time. Exception: baking, which is an exercise in precision. Ingredients for cakes, pies, brownies, bars, etc. must be the same and they must be measured correctly. But aside from baking, I'm one of those "let's put this all together and see how it tastes" type people. So, back to my pizza. I know the basic recipe by heart but I wanted to switch things up a little.
One reason I'm putting this on the blog is because I want to remember what I did! It was pretty yummy. The menfolk in my family agreed. Sidenote: I cook several chicken breasts in the slow cooker about once a week to use later for recipes. So I already had the cooked chicken in the refrigerator.
BBQ Chicken Pizza
Ingredients:
1 refrigerated pizza crust ( I used Pillsbury)
4-5 tablespoons olive oil, divided
Sea salt, to taste
1 onion, cut into thin slices
1 package fresh mushrooms, chopped with stems removed
2 large tomatoes, diced
2 chicken breasts, cooked and diced
1 1/2 cups BBQ sauce ( I use Sweet Baby Ray's Sweet and Spicy), divided
1 cup sliced black olives
2 cups Mozzarella Cheese
1 cup cheddar cheese
Directions:
1. Layout pizza crust onto a cookie sheet sprayed with cooking spray. Brush the crust with 2-3 tablespoons olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt. Bake according to package directions.
2. In a medium skillet, drizzle about 2 tablespoons olive oil and add onion and mushrooms. Cook over medium heat just until vegetables begin to get soft. Add tomatoes and cook about 5 more minutes, just until they begin to get soft.
3. In a medium bowl, combine chicken with 1 cup sauce. Set aside.
4. Once crust has cooked, spread 1/2 sauce almost to the edges. Top with onion/mushroom/tomato mixture. Sprinkle with olives and 1 cup Mozzarella cheese. Top with chicken and BBQ sauce mixture, then remaining cup of Mozzarella cheese and cheddar cheese.
5. Put pizza back in oven just long enough for cheese to melt.
Enjoy!
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One reason I'm putting this on the blog is because I want to remember what I did! It was pretty yummy. The menfolk in my family agreed. Sidenote: I cook several chicken breasts in the slow cooker about once a week to use later for recipes. So I already had the cooked chicken in the refrigerator.
BBQ Chicken Pizza
Ingredients:
1 refrigerated pizza crust ( I used Pillsbury)
4-5 tablespoons olive oil, divided
Sea salt, to taste
1 onion, cut into thin slices
1 package fresh mushrooms, chopped with stems removed
2 large tomatoes, diced
2 chicken breasts, cooked and diced
1 1/2 cups BBQ sauce ( I use Sweet Baby Ray's Sweet and Spicy), divided
1 cup sliced black olives
2 cups Mozzarella Cheese
1 cup cheddar cheese
Directions:
1. Layout pizza crust onto a cookie sheet sprayed with cooking spray. Brush the crust with 2-3 tablespoons olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt. Bake according to package directions.
2. In a medium skillet, drizzle about 2 tablespoons olive oil and add onion and mushrooms. Cook over medium heat just until vegetables begin to get soft. Add tomatoes and cook about 5 more minutes, just until they begin to get soft.
3. In a medium bowl, combine chicken with 1 cup sauce. Set aside.
4. Once crust has cooked, spread 1/2 sauce almost to the edges. Top with onion/mushroom/tomato mixture. Sprinkle with olives and 1 cup Mozzarella cheese. Top with chicken and BBQ sauce mixture, then remaining cup of Mozzarella cheese and cheddar cheese.
5. Put pizza back in oven just long enough for cheese to melt.
Enjoy!
Thursday, August 7, 2014
Back to School Reflections
Today is the first day back to school in our little community. I woke up to a text from one of my good buddies declaring that it was her daughter's first day of high school. Her daughter's beautiful face accompanied that text. I just had to smile. Many thoughts came rushing into my mind: thoughts of those first days of school, packing lunches, making breakfasts, driving in carpool, calming lots of nerves and saying lots of prayers. A wise mom once told me that when she dropped off her children at school, she immediately said a prayer that God would put a hedge of protection around the children spiritually, emotionally and physically. I quickly adopted that prayer, placing it along with the many other concerns I had for my children over the years.
For me, the days of school have passed. Some things I miss, like the great conversations we had in the car going to and from school and some things I don't, like the drama. Have a'mercy at the drama school can cause. That about wore me to the core. In the rear view mirror, our school days were good. We live in a community with great schools. My children had amazing teachers and wonderful opportunities to pursue all kinds of interests. I have so much respect for teachers I can't even tell you. It's a gifting from above to be a teacher. I do not know how they do it. I am so very thankful that they do.
Being a mom is the biggest blessing of my life. I did a ton of things wrong but hopefully I did a few things right along the way. I have the most precious of children. So to all the moms out there still navigating the school journey, bless you. May God give you wisdom, guidance and the patience of Job. Every time I think about the joys and challenges of being a mom and need a little smile, I watch this.
For me, the days of school have passed. Some things I miss, like the great conversations we had in the car going to and from school and some things I don't, like the drama. Have a'mercy at the drama school can cause. That about wore me to the core. In the rear view mirror, our school days were good. We live in a community with great schools. My children had amazing teachers and wonderful opportunities to pursue all kinds of interests. I have so much respect for teachers I can't even tell you. It's a gifting from above to be a teacher. I do not know how they do it. I am so very thankful that they do.
Being a mom is the biggest blessing of my life. I did a ton of things wrong but hopefully I did a few things right along the way. I have the most precious of children. So to all the moms out there still navigating the school journey, bless you. May God give you wisdom, guidance and the patience of Job. Every time I think about the joys and challenges of being a mom and need a little smile, I watch this.
Wednesday, August 6, 2014
For the Love of the Bling
If it's one thing I love it is some costume jewelry. I mean it gives me great joy to go to the Mart and come out with a bag full of baubles for cheap. As you might remember I went to the Mart last Thursday ( I think I might have mentioned how fabulous it was) and I was on a mission. Well there is a jewelry store there called Golden Stella and believe you me, this Stella is Golden. As in, she is the fabulous mecca of all things costume jewelry. If Stella doesn't have it, ain't nobody gonna have it. I had seen this on Instragram and fell in like with the whole look.
That monogrammed bracelet is gorgeous but what I was crushing on was that bling-bling bracelet beside it. So I marched myself right into Stella's with my photo in hand and asked for said bracelet. Low and behold, look what mama came home with! It should be noted that the blingy two-tone watch is also a Mart purchase. Total expenditure for this entire look: $25. That's right, 25 American dollars. It should also be noted that my two buddies came home with the same bracelet. I mean who in their right mind could resist it? I know, right?
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And that, my friends, may have been my favorite purchase all day. Well, that and that pocketbook I got. I tell you what, I'll show you that next week. Stay tuned...
That monogrammed bracelet is gorgeous but what I was crushing on was that bling-bling bracelet beside it. So I marched myself right into Stella's with my photo in hand and asked for said bracelet. Low and behold, look what mama came home with! It should be noted that the blingy two-tone watch is also a Mart purchase. Total expenditure for this entire look: $25. That's right, 25 American dollars. It should also be noted that my two buddies came home with the same bracelet. I mean who in their right mind could resist it? I know, right?
And that, my friends, may have been my favorite purchase all day. Well, that and that pocketbook I got. I tell you what, I'll show you that next week. Stay tuned...
Tuesday, August 5, 2014
A Day in the Life
It has been a very loonngg time since I've done a Day in the Life post so here goes:
1. Outside my window ...it is sunny and 70 degrees. Granted it's 8:00 in the morning but still it is August 5th and things could be much different. The heat and humidity have been bearable this summer and for that this girl is thankful. I've already been to walk 2 1/2 miles this morning. Forcing myself out of bed at 6:00 everyday to meet some friends to walk at 6:30 has proven to be both a challenge (I hate to get up early) and a great boost for both my mind and body.
2. I am watching ... Junk Gypsies and Flip or Flop. I record both of these on the DVR and then watch in marathon fashion. The Junk Gypsies are just the bomb. If you aren't familiar, they are two sisters, Amie and Jolie from Round Top, Texas who several years ago started turning junk into treasure, mostly home decor items. They quickly added t-shirts, jewelry, boots, hats, etc. They even have a line with Pottery Barn now. Their tv show (on the Great American Country channel) follows their lives whether they are designing an airstream for Dierks Bentley, a t-shirt for Sadie Robertson or the line for Pottery Barn. These girls are creative and smart and to me, their story is just the epitome of the American Dream. They started with some junk and their parents' support and with a lot of hard work, have turned it into an extremely successful business.
Then, there is Flip or Flip on HGTV. It follows Tarek and Christina and their ventures through the real estate world of flipping foreclosures. Believe me, they do trash to treasure transformations as well. It's just amazing how they breath new life into houses you think might just be better bull-dozed.
3. I am reading ... "Let's all be Brave" by Annie Downs. This is a great book about doing things that require courage. Doing the next brave thing. I think God must be speaking to me about this. It seems to be a recurring theme through books and His Word.
4. I am listening to ... actually not much. I take listening to music in seasons. Sometimes, I listen to music all the time and then, I'll have times when I like silence. Right now, I like silence.
5. I am wearing ...to be honest, at this moment I'm still wearing my exercise clothes. Black knit capris and a Southern Anchor shirt. If you don't know about Southern Anchor, you should. This very cool company was started by a 16 year old from Gainesville, Sam Simpson. In a very short time, Southern Anchor has had great success. Again, a great example of what hard work, intelligence and a great idea/product will get you.
6. I am thinking ... about my good friends who lost their son. I honestly cannot get them off of my mind and heart. Praying without ceasing for this precious family.
7. I am working on ...a lot. Birthday celebrations, weddings, speaking engagements, newspaper articles, a cooking party menu. There are a bunch of great things going on from now until December. I'm trying to not be overwhelmed but to prepare effectively for all of these projects.
8. I am cooking ... recipes for fall for the CwC blog, which is hands down my favorite time to cook. I'm working on soups, stews, pumpkin recipes, and apple recipes. Yum!
9. I am on the hunt for .. a new light fixture to go over my island in my kitchen. I would like a lantern-type fixture to replace the pot-rack type fixture that is there now. I can't find just the right one for this spot.
10. I am looking forward to ... when I can take off my bra tonight and put my gown on. Just keepin' it real.
Happy Tuesday!
1. Outside my window ...it is sunny and 70 degrees. Granted it's 8:00 in the morning but still it is August 5th and things could be much different. The heat and humidity have been bearable this summer and for that this girl is thankful. I've already been to walk 2 1/2 miles this morning. Forcing myself out of bed at 6:00 everyday to meet some friends to walk at 6:30 has proven to be both a challenge (I hate to get up early) and a great boost for both my mind and body.
2. I am watching ... Junk Gypsies and Flip or Flop. I record both of these on the DVR and then watch in marathon fashion. The Junk Gypsies are just the bomb. If you aren't familiar, they are two sisters, Amie and Jolie from Round Top, Texas who several years ago started turning junk into treasure, mostly home decor items. They quickly added t-shirts, jewelry, boots, hats, etc. They even have a line with Pottery Barn now. Their tv show (on the Great American Country channel) follows their lives whether they are designing an airstream for Dierks Bentley, a t-shirt for Sadie Robertson or the line for Pottery Barn. These girls are creative and smart and to me, their story is just the epitome of the American Dream. They started with some junk and their parents' support and with a lot of hard work, have turned it into an extremely successful business.
Then, there is Flip or Flip on HGTV. It follows Tarek and Christina and their ventures through the real estate world of flipping foreclosures. Believe me, they do trash to treasure transformations as well. It's just amazing how they breath new life into houses you think might just be better bull-dozed.
3. I am reading ... "Let's all be Brave" by Annie Downs. This is a great book about doing things that require courage. Doing the next brave thing. I think God must be speaking to me about this. It seems to be a recurring theme through books and His Word.
4. I am listening to ... actually not much. I take listening to music in seasons. Sometimes, I listen to music all the time and then, I'll have times when I like silence. Right now, I like silence.
5. I am wearing ...to be honest, at this moment I'm still wearing my exercise clothes. Black knit capris and a Southern Anchor shirt. If you don't know about Southern Anchor, you should. This very cool company was started by a 16 year old from Gainesville, Sam Simpson. In a very short time, Southern Anchor has had great success. Again, a great example of what hard work, intelligence and a great idea/product will get you.
6. I am thinking ... about my good friends who lost their son. I honestly cannot get them off of my mind and heart. Praying without ceasing for this precious family.
7. I am working on ...a lot. Birthday celebrations, weddings, speaking engagements, newspaper articles, a cooking party menu. There are a bunch of great things going on from now until December. I'm trying to not be overwhelmed but to prepare effectively for all of these projects.
8. I am cooking ... recipes for fall for the CwC blog, which is hands down my favorite time to cook. I'm working on soups, stews, pumpkin recipes, and apple recipes. Yum!
9. I am on the hunt for .. a new light fixture to go over my island in my kitchen. I would like a lantern-type fixture to replace the pot-rack type fixture that is there now. I can't find just the right one for this spot.
10. I am looking forward to ... when I can take off my bra tonight and put my gown on. Just keepin' it real.
Happy Tuesday!
Monday, August 4, 2014
Goals, I Have Them
So you know last month, I thought it might be fun to set a few goals because that's my personality and I'm a planner and... it is a goal of mine to set monthly goals. So now it's time to re-evaluate those goals and set some new ones for August.
First things first, evaluate the July Goals:
1. Read 2 books. I told y'all this would be an easy one. I actually read 5 books (I'm an over-achiever in this category). I read: "On Folly Beach" by Karen White; "Bridge to Haven" by Francine Rivers; 3. "The House on Mermaid Point" by Wendy Wax; 4. "One Lavender Ribbon" by Heather Burch and 5. "Rhinestone Jesus" by Kristen Welch. All very, very different books. All very good. I especially loved "Rhinestone Jesus." It will challenge, inspire and cause you to evaluate your God-sized dreams.
2. Try a restaurant we've never tried before. I told y'all by the 4th we had already checked this one off when we ate at Six Feet Under in Atlanta. We will go back. It was awesome.
3. Go on a picnic with D. Well, sorta. We ate a tomato sandwich on the tailgate of his truck at the farm. Does this count? I say yes. It's not really the romantic expectation I had in my head but sometimes your expectation doesn't line up with your reality and because of that we might tend to be disappointed. I'm not. D and I ate food outside together. That's a picnic if you ask me.
4. Buy a few Christmas gifts. Fail. I didn't do it. Next month.
5. Create my recipe plan for Cooking with Crevolyn for the rest of the year. Done! Bam!
So onto August Goals.
1. Read 2 Books. Is it a goal if you know you'll most likely accomplish it? I'm not going to overthink it and just do it.
2. Set aside a day for rest and prayer. I have a date on the calendar for this.
3. Complete the update of our Wonderful Events website. This has been a work in progress. I'm hoping to have it all completed by the end of this month.
4. Buy a few Christmas gifts. I'm not giving up on this one.
5. Blog more. I have to be intentional about this for sure. Even if it's just a little bit I think it is important for my mental health to have this outlet. I just have to take this time for myself. You know they say that goals have to measurable so I'll aim for 5 of 7 days of the week for August. So far so good! :)
First things first, evaluate the July Goals:
1. Read 2 books. I told y'all this would be an easy one. I actually read 5 books (I'm an over-achiever in this category). I read: "On Folly Beach" by Karen White; "Bridge to Haven" by Francine Rivers; 3. "The House on Mermaid Point" by Wendy Wax; 4. "One Lavender Ribbon" by Heather Burch and 5. "Rhinestone Jesus" by Kristen Welch. All very, very different books. All very good. I especially loved "Rhinestone Jesus." It will challenge, inspire and cause you to evaluate your God-sized dreams.
2. Try a restaurant we've never tried before. I told y'all by the 4th we had already checked this one off when we ate at Six Feet Under in Atlanta. We will go back. It was awesome.
3. Go on a picnic with D. Well, sorta. We ate a tomato sandwich on the tailgate of his truck at the farm. Does this count? I say yes. It's not really the romantic expectation I had in my head but sometimes your expectation doesn't line up with your reality and because of that we might tend to be disappointed. I'm not. D and I ate food outside together. That's a picnic if you ask me.
4. Buy a few Christmas gifts. Fail. I didn't do it. Next month.
5. Create my recipe plan for Cooking with Crevolyn for the rest of the year. Done! Bam!
So onto August Goals.
1. Read 2 Books. Is it a goal if you know you'll most likely accomplish it? I'm not going to overthink it and just do it.
2. Set aside a day for rest and prayer. I have a date on the calendar for this.
3. Complete the update of our Wonderful Events website. This has been a work in progress. I'm hoping to have it all completed by the end of this month.
4. Buy a few Christmas gifts. I'm not giving up on this one.
5. Blog more. I have to be intentional about this for sure. Even if it's just a little bit I think it is important for my mental health to have this outlet. I just have to take this time for myself. You know they say that goals have to measurable so I'll aim for 5 of 7 days of the week for August. So far so good! :)
Saturday, August 2, 2014
What I Love about August 2014
First of All ... don't y'all love my new blog template?! I've been trying to change it for forever (I mean, we all do love Christmas but keeping it on the blog year round got a little old) but just couldn't figure out how to get it to work. So I called in my technical team (yes, E) and she fixed on the first try! Of course she did. Anyway, many thanks to my IT-E Department for this new look!
Okay, ya'll, it's August. So that means we need to check in to see what's on the agenda this month.
1. Yesterday, was the 1st and it started off in a fabulous fashion. I spent the morning with my sweet Momma and then had lunch with one of my favorite friends of.all.time, JH. I know she is one of about 5 of my regular readers of this blog so shout out to my girl! We had a wonderful lunch at Mellow Mushroom (public service announcement: their bruschetta, spinach artichoke dip and Caesar salad are my new favorite food) and then headed to an undisclosed location for a little planning. In the one in a million chance that this blog might catch the eye of the right person, I'll share details of this top secret mission later in the month. Stay tuned for tons of fun with this.
2. The 10th of August will mark the Birthday of the Best Momma in the World. Yes, Jeannie will be 89! Wow! Can't wait to celebrate her. She's the best. She and I took a road trip to St. Simons last week and just had the best time. Because everybody's doing it, here's our selfie: ha!
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3. We are looking forward to a wonderful wedding day for a sweet bride of ours on the 16th. A bride getting married in our home church is always a thrill for us and we are so looking forward to all this Wedding Weekend has in store. It's going to be crazy fun!
4. On the 18th I have set aside a day of rest and prayer. I'll probably need it after that Big Wedding on the 16th! I'll head to the farm to just take a break from the world and listen.
5. Then on the 23rd, D and I will take his momma on a little beach trip to Siesta Key, one of our favorite beaches. The sand is like sugar. It's a beautiful thing.
6. But not to worry, because we will be back in plenty of time for the First Day of Georgia Football on August 30th!! After all, we've been waiting nine months for this. Yes, it will probably be 150 degrees in Athens Georgia on this date but we don't care. I am already working on my tailgate menu and will be fully prepared for all the fun when this day comes. We can hardly wait! It truly is the most wonderful time of the year!!
7. I know this is August and I'm supposed to be looking forward but I've got to go back one day and tell you about my Thusday, July 31st. Because this day will go down in history as one of my favorite days .... ever. Two of my best girlfriends and I headed down to the Mart in Atlanta. Otherwise known as the Shopping Capital of the World, City within Itself and pretty much, a Happy Place like no Other. You get the picture. We had the best time. We loaded up on clothes, purses and the biggest pile of jewelry bling you've ever seen in your life. We really didn't want this dream day to end so we stopped at the Cheesecake Factory on the way home because after all it was National Cheesecake Day and all of their slices were 1/2 price. Well, duh and of course. We ate off of the Skinnylicious menu because that's what you would do if you know you are going to top off this meal with a slice of heaven in the form of S'mores Cheesecake. See what I mean. I have no more words.
Okay, ya'll, it's August. So that means we need to check in to see what's on the agenda this month.
1. Yesterday, was the 1st and it started off in a fabulous fashion. I spent the morning with my sweet Momma and then had lunch with one of my favorite friends of.all.time, JH. I know she is one of about 5 of my regular readers of this blog so shout out to my girl! We had a wonderful lunch at Mellow Mushroom (public service announcement: their bruschetta, spinach artichoke dip and Caesar salad are my new favorite food) and then headed to an undisclosed location for a little planning. In the one in a million chance that this blog might catch the eye of the right person, I'll share details of this top secret mission later in the month. Stay tuned for tons of fun with this.
2. The 10th of August will mark the Birthday of the Best Momma in the World. Yes, Jeannie will be 89! Wow! Can't wait to celebrate her. She's the best. She and I took a road trip to St. Simons last week and just had the best time. Because everybody's doing it, here's our selfie: ha!
3. We are looking forward to a wonderful wedding day for a sweet bride of ours on the 16th. A bride getting married in our home church is always a thrill for us and we are so looking forward to all this Wedding Weekend has in store. It's going to be crazy fun!
4. On the 18th I have set aside a day of rest and prayer. I'll probably need it after that Big Wedding on the 16th! I'll head to the farm to just take a break from the world and listen.
5. Then on the 23rd, D and I will take his momma on a little beach trip to Siesta Key, one of our favorite beaches. The sand is like sugar. It's a beautiful thing.
6. But not to worry, because we will be back in plenty of time for the First Day of Georgia Football on August 30th!! After all, we've been waiting nine months for this. Yes, it will probably be 150 degrees in Athens Georgia on this date but we don't care. I am already working on my tailgate menu and will be fully prepared for all the fun when this day comes. We can hardly wait! It truly is the most wonderful time of the year!!
7. I know this is August and I'm supposed to be looking forward but I've got to go back one day and tell you about my Thusday, July 31st. Because this day will go down in history as one of my favorite days .... ever. Two of my best girlfriends and I headed down to the Mart in Atlanta. Otherwise known as the Shopping Capital of the World, City within Itself and pretty much, a Happy Place like no Other. You get the picture. We had the best time. We loaded up on clothes, purses and the biggest pile of jewelry bling you've ever seen in your life. We really didn't want this dream day to end so we stopped at the Cheesecake Factory on the way home because after all it was National Cheesecake Day and all of their slices were 1/2 price. Well, duh and of course. We ate off of the Skinnylicious menu because that's what you would do if you know you are going to top off this meal with a slice of heaven in the form of S'mores Cheesecake. See what I mean. I have no more words.
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