I've recently been mourning the loss of Lost. It was creative, thought provoking and provided so much water cooler talk! I'm having a hard time finding a show to fill the void. I'm really loving some of the new comedies on the scene Up All Night, Suburgatory and Happy Endings. They're great for some laughs but I need mystery and intrigue along with plot twists and turns! Lost I miss you!! Today I came across a show that definitely has some potential, The River. It premiers next Tuesday but you can actually watch the premier online which I've done and I have high hopes for this one.
Does anyone else miss Lost like I do? Have you found a replacement? Even if you weren't a Lostie, do you have any show ideas for me?
Tuesday, January 31, 2012
Saturday, January 28, 2012
Video Love
Happy weekend! I thought I'd share some video faves with you all. This first one, Marcel the Shell with Shoes On, is so cute! I just love the randomness of it :) Marcel has become quite the sensation, he has a book and has even done interviews with the likes of Brian Williams.
The next one is a music video by the artist Gotye (go-tee-A) featuring Kimbra. I wonder how long it took them to shoot this? I also love the song! It's funny how when you date someone, you talk to them everyday for months or years and then after you break up they're just someone you used to know.
The next one is a music video by the artist Gotye (go-tee-A) featuring Kimbra. I wonder how long it took them to shoot this? I also love the song! It's funny how when you date someone, you talk to them everyday for months or years and then after you break up they're just someone you used to know.
I hope you all enjoy this lovely weekend!
Tuesday, January 24, 2012
Hello Friends
One of my goals for 2012 was to be a more consistent blogger - so far major fail!! I'm sure I'll get around to blogging about Christmas when Spring rolls around. I give props to those who do it daily or close to daily. It's hard, I always think of things I want to blog about but after sitting in front of the computer all day I don't feel like sitting in front of one all night. I do most of my nightly web surfing on my phone. Maybe I need an iPad! It would be so much lighter than my clunky laptop. Maybe if I told AB it would help me meet my goals he'll get on board. Ha! A girl can dream! The other problem is I've been relishing in the fact I no longer have to study by perfecting the art of doing absolutely nothing! And let me tell you, doing nothing feels great!
One goal I haven't failed at, I've actually done surprisingly well, is my spending freeze! As I predicted I had some withdrawals at first but found if you separate yourself from temptation it's much easier. I've cut out my lunch trips to Utica Square and I delete all emails from my fave retailers so I won't be tempted by awesome sales. I have to admit it hasn't been near as hard as I thought!
Have you been sticking to your resolutions? I hope so! Ug! I'll try my best to be a little more regular out here :)
One goal I haven't failed at, I've actually done surprisingly well, is my spending freeze! As I predicted I had some withdrawals at first but found if you separate yourself from temptation it's much easier. I've cut out my lunch trips to Utica Square and I delete all emails from my fave retailers so I won't be tempted by awesome sales. I have to admit it hasn't been near as hard as I thought!
Have you been sticking to your resolutions? I hope so! Ug! I'll try my best to be a little more regular out here :)
Tuesday, January 3, 2012
Accomplishments & New Goals for 2012
My biggest accomplishment of 2011 was passing the CPA exam! In the words of my niece Lilly, I won my test! I do feel like I've won my life back, I'm not going to know what to do with all this free time. I have a few things I have to do before it becomes official but the hardest part is out of the way.
Another accomplishment I'm proud of is I stopped talking on my phone while driving. After AB almost killed us a few times by pulling into traffic while on his cell phone I decided I needed to lead by example. I can't say that I NEVER do it but the majority of the time I let the call go to voicemail and return the call when I get to my destination. I've even pulled over before if I thought it was important and couldn't wait. I'm happy to say AB has followed suit except for those darn work calls - he probably would have taken a work call during our wedding ceremony had he gotten one.
I definitely have some goals for 2012 and hopefully putting them out here will force me to stick to them:
1) Get organized - we have several closets and drawers that need to be cleaned out and then organized. Ashley's post really inspired me and my new found free time should help me to accomplish this goal.
2) Run a race - whether it's a 5K, 10 mile or 1/2 marathon I'd really want to get back into running and I think signing up for a race will force me to do it.
3) Get back into cooking - this is something I enjoy but gave up while studying for the exam. I'd like to eat in more and cook more as opposed to heating frozen meals in the oven.
4) Go on a spending freeze - eek! this is going to be a tough one but my goal is to give up buying things for myself for the first three months of the year. Things include clothes, shoes and decorative items for the house. I will still buy gifts for others, food and toiletries. I feel like I have everything I need so this shouldn't be hard but I imagine it will be a lot like giving up Facebook - I will have withdrawals at first but after awhile it will feel good.
Speaking of Facebook I'm thinking of getting back on (this is not a 2012 goal by the way). I have some hesitation but I miss seeing everyone's kids and the fact is, it's just how people communicate these days. I've enjoyed being unconnected and I would recommend everyone try a detox from social media even if it's for a week...it's pretty liberating!
I hope 2012 is a good year, especially for my husband. 2011 wasn't the greatest year for him for multiple reasons so I really hope 2012 holds great things for him!! Cheers!
Another accomplishment I'm proud of is I stopped talking on my phone while driving. After AB almost killed us a few times by pulling into traffic while on his cell phone I decided I needed to lead by example. I can't say that I NEVER do it but the majority of the time I let the call go to voicemail and return the call when I get to my destination. I've even pulled over before if I thought it was important and couldn't wait. I'm happy to say AB has followed suit except for those darn work calls - he probably would have taken a work call during our wedding ceremony had he gotten one.
I definitely have some goals for 2012 and hopefully putting them out here will force me to stick to them:
1) Get organized - we have several closets and drawers that need to be cleaned out and then organized. Ashley's post really inspired me and my new found free time should help me to accomplish this goal.
2) Run a race - whether it's a 5K, 10 mile or 1/2 marathon I'd really want to get back into running and I think signing up for a race will force me to do it.
3) Get back into cooking - this is something I enjoy but gave up while studying for the exam. I'd like to eat in more and cook more as opposed to heating frozen meals in the oven.
4) Go on a spending freeze - eek! this is going to be a tough one but my goal is to give up buying things for myself for the first three months of the year. Things include clothes, shoes and decorative items for the house. I will still buy gifts for others, food and toiletries. I feel like I have everything I need so this shouldn't be hard but I imagine it will be a lot like giving up Facebook - I will have withdrawals at first but after awhile it will feel good.
Speaking of Facebook I'm thinking of getting back on (this is not a 2012 goal by the way). I have some hesitation but I miss seeing everyone's kids and the fact is, it's just how people communicate these days. I've enjoyed being unconnected and I would recommend everyone try a detox from social media even if it's for a week...it's pretty liberating!
I hope 2012 is a good year, especially for my husband. 2011 wasn't the greatest year for him for multiple reasons so I really hope 2012 holds great things for him!! Cheers!
Monday, January 2, 2012
Happy New Year!
Happy 2012!
How did you ring in the New Year? We started the evening at Duke's Southern Kitchen. AB and I had never been but had heard good things about it. I liked the ambiance and everyone liked their dinner.
Our side of the the table: Me, AB and Jocelyn
The other side of the table: Jackson, Tommy & Katie
After dinner we headed over to Katie & Tommy's to hang out and play a game. All of Katie's decorations were so cute!
A low key night with friends sure beats the days of standing in line in cold weather with no coat to pay money in order to get in and pay more money for drinks ;)
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