Ten (Random Pictures) on Tuesday

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I found a great bench/stool recently at a store called Mish Mash in Augusta and just adore it! 

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I love taking Molly for walks at the Story's pond, but I think she might love it more. ;)  She runs around without a leash sniffing everything, but is so good about staying close. 

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Who's with me in agreeing that this is the perfect meal?!

[four]

My favorite dog in her favorite spot.

[five]

This is how we feel about Mondays...

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I just love Azaleas and wish they would bloom all year long! 

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And I wish I could bottle up these amazing warm, breezy, non-humid days we've been having lately.  Oh, and on a side note spare yourself a few hours and don't read "The Longest Ride."  Talk about a snoozefest.

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Gaines always says that Molly isn't "cuddling" with me, she's just being held hostage. Well, look who's talkin' now... ;) 

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Amy made this wreath for me for my birthday, and it just makes me smile every time I pull up to our house.    

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And I found these at the Dollar Tree the other week and snatched them up for me and a few of my girlfriends for the summer.

Happy Tuesday! 

Ten on Tuesday

[one]

My sweet grandpa has been in the hospital the last few days, and we would really appreciate any extra prayers you'd be willing to send up for him.  I love you so much, Papa! 

[two]

We hosted a fiesta-themed Stock the Bar shower for our friends Bo and Christey two weekends ago.   The weather was perfect, and we had so much fun.  More pictures coming soon! 

[three]

We went Atlanta this past weekend to see Amy and go to Trace and Kate's Stock the Bar shower.  It was great to see some of our college friends and stay out late like we used to. ;) 

[four]

While we were in Atlanta, we drove up to Cumming to meet sweet Mary Elizabeth.  She's less than two weeks old and so, so precious! 

[five]

We celebrated Molly's second birthday last week by singing to her and giving her a couple of bones.  I just that little party animal. ;)

[six]

I was so happy spring had finally arrived that I busted out my new favorite nail color on Friday night.  It's OPI Cajun Shrimp, and I'm obsessed.  

[seven]

A few weekends ago Gaines and I shot a clip for the annual Boss Hog commercial.  We'll probably end up being in it for a fraction of a second, but we had fun shooting.  If you live around here, don't forget to save the date for May 9th and 10th! 

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Speaking of May, I just found out I get to go to New Orleans that month for the National Science Teachers Association conference.  Nerdy teaching sessions, fun city, no students, and a free trip?  Yes, please.

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My February Birchbox came a few weeks ago, and I've loved trying the new products, especially the Harney and Sons tea.  

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We are flying up to D.C. this weekend to celebrate the marriage of one of my high school bffs Jen to her awesome (and tall!) fiance Chris, and I am literally counting down the minutes.  I cannot wait to watch them become Mr. and Mrs. alongside my other best friends. 

Happy Tuesday!

Ten on Tuesday

[one]

We had our first annual Sixth Grade Tacky Christmas Sweater Party the week before Christmas Break.  I couldn't find a tacky sweater at Godwill, so I just decided to make one.  I bought the sweater at Old Navy and the decorations at Michael's and then just hot glued them on.  Mrs. Julie always says "if you can't glue it, don't do it." ;) We had a great time, and I'm looking forward to next year's party already.

[two]

I took Molly out to the farm one unseasonably warm day before Christmas while Gaines was working, and she just had the best time running around.  We walked around the pond and then up to the cotton field while the sun was setting, and it was just beautiful.  I am such a sucker for sunsets. 

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And speaking of Molly, there is something about the way she looks up with the whites of her eyes showing that just kills me.  

[four]

After Christmas we headed over to Jason and Caroline's with all of our friends to catch up about our holiday.  I am so thankful for their friendships and for the time we get to spend together! 

[five]

I used to hate having color on my fingernails.  I would always just get clear when I got a manicure, but after college I started branching out to lighter colors and have recently worked my way up to darker ones.  Here are the three colors I've been loving lately:

Malaga Wine by OPI / After School Boy Blazer by Essie / Eiffel for This Color by OPI

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Have you seen this video yet?  It is a heart-melter for sure.

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We recently saw "Catching Fire" in the movie theater, which is the second installment of the Hunger Games movies, and if you haven't read the books or seen the first two movies I would definitely recommend them.  We also rented "Jobs" the other week, which is the story of Steve Jobs, and I would definitely recommend that one, as well. 

[eight]

Gaines flew to D.C. last weekend for a bachelor party in Atlantic City and stayed at Matt and Demetria's on Friday and Sunday nights.  Dems and Jen FaceTime'd me (is it embarrassing that that was the first time I'd ever done that?!) and we "hung out" for over two hours.  I literally felt like we had hung out the entire night even though we were hundreds of miles away.  Gosh, I love my friends. ;) 

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This past weekend we drove about fifteen miles past Augusta to Aiken, South Carolina to explore for the day.  We had lunch at Aiken Brewing Company, walked around town, and did a little window shopping.  It's a cute place, and I would recommend visiting if you're ever close to the area.

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I got some awesome jewelry from the awesome ladies in my life for Christmas, and I just love them so much I had to share.  My mom (and dad) got me a gold initial necklace, which I'm pretty sure I will rarely ever take off.  There's still just something about seeing my "new initials" that makes me so happy.  My sister (and brother) got me a Kate Spade watch, which I've been eyeing forever, and I just absolutely love it.  It goes with everything and feels so classic.  And my mother-in-law (and father-in-law) got me (and Amy!) a Micheal Kors gold link bracelet, which I'm just obsessed with.  I love that it's so chunky and goes with anything! 

And Demetria gave me the J. Crew pave link bracelet last year as a bridesmaid gift, which I just love and wear all the time.  So, I was so excited when I found a matching necklace at Handpicked the other week. Even though you can't really tell from the picture, they match perfectly!  

Happy Tuesday! 

Ten on Tuesday

[one]

My throat started hurting a little on Sunday, and yesterday I completely lost my voice.  One class period it was fine, and the next period it was just about completely gone.  I asked my kids if they had seen it, and they kind of looked at me funny. ;) Not having a voice definitely makes teaching interesting, so we'll see how today goes.

[two]

This dog and the faces she makes just kill me.  Such a cutie.

[three]

I recently bought this monogrammed blue fleece pullover from a store in town called Etc.  Its our school colors and has my monogram and will keep me warm when I watch the cheerleaders at the football and basketball games.  Yay! 

[four]

One of the many, many reasons I love fall is because of the pretty leaves.  Now raking those pretty leaves like we did this past weekend?  That's not really something I love...

[five]

I don't eat donuts often, but I recently discovered the cinnamon cake donut at Pineland it...is...amazing! 

[six]

On Friday night we went to the annual Casino Night in town and had so much fun with our friends.  More pictures coming soon!

[seven]

On Saturday night we went to Augusta to eat dinner and watch Gravity in the IMAX theater.  The plot isn't anything spectacular, but the special effects are awesome and watching it in the 3D was really neat.  

[eight]

We finished watching Homeland: Season Two on Sunday and absolutely loved it!  I really, really recommend it if you are looking for a TV series to get into.  Season Three is currently airing now, so it'll be a while until we are able to watch it, but it is so good and will be worth the wait, I'm sure.

[nine]

I'm almost finished reading "Beautiful Day" by Elin Hilderbrand, which is about a family who plans a wedding based on a notebook their dead mother left behind.  It's an easy, light read if you're in the mood for one of those. :)

[ten]

I am excited to pass out candy to the cute little trick-or-treaters on Thursday night.  We aren't planning to dress up, but you can see some of my favorite costume ideas here. 

Happy Tuesday!