The Big 2-4

I am going to keep this short, but I promise to write more later about SaraMarie's stay, birthday activities and other going ons.

Right now I just have to say this:

Thank you to all my wonderful family and friends (near and far) who have celebrated me entering my mid-twenties in style. I am so blessed to have such wonderful people in my life!

Any ideas for my 25 before 25??

I wish I wish I wish

Alright here they are...finally some more grounded birthday wishes:

These are on the list since my hair is getting long enough to the point that straightening it doesn't make it look "hip" or "edgy" anymore but rather just young. It takes me double the time to get ready these days since curling my hair adds another step BUT if I had these I could dry, roll and then makeup and dress and then voila! My hair would be curled while I was multi-tasking.

My one suitcase is nearing the end of its life and buying luggage isn't something I really find all that exciting, so maybe for a gift I would be excited about it?

If these really work like they show on tv...I must own them.

And thanks to anthro, I would love these weekend clothes staples:

Coffee Cup Knowledge

I am sure we have all heard these but my coffee cup subtly reminded me of these important phrases:

• Kiss Slowly & Forgive Quickly
• Remember Where You Came From
• Tell Someone You Love Them
• Question Authority
• Marry Your Sweetheart
• Re-Read Your Favorite Book
• Dream Big, Act Bigger

Thank you Caribou Coffee for reminding me about the simple things in life that are important but sadly and much too often take a back seat to other things.

Some more Overthetopness

Since we are nearing the 7 day countdown mark, here are some more of my lusting wishes:

Courtesy of Tiffanys:

Diamonds by the Yard

 

 And as well all know I have lusted for one of these classy little keys to my heart for awhile now.

And this was keep me occupied for awhile...

And this would keep me laughing...

Or a puppy. A great dane puppy would be much appreciated.

I'm baaaaaaaaaaaack

Alright alright alright...I know you have all been saying "Where the heck is this girl!?!". Ok maybe not. But I'll keep telling myself that so I have motivation to blog! But the reality is...life is busy. When did life just become plain busy. The strange part is I know I am busy, because I hardly feel like I have time to do anything on my personal (or my work) to-do lists! Don't get me wrong I am enjoying myself, but I just wonder how the hours in my day are flying by!

A brief work and life update and then I will write some specific blogs. Work has really been stressing me out lately. My boss is just about to go out on maternity leave and I am a little nervous to be running things again. Granted I am hopefully going to have help this time around, but I also know there is about 7 times more work than there was the last time she was out on leave. Luckily I know I have also grown a lot and have a lot more competencies this time around. I think my biggest concern is that people won't come to me because they think I am too young or inexperienced, but I don't think most people understand how trustworthy and responsible I am. I will give myself that...I am trustworthy and responsible. In good news, we have been making some hires, which is always really fun and exciting, and I really feel like I have been a contributing factor into bring in good talent into the company. It is really exciting to see someone who you were the first person to see their resume get hired after going through the recruitment process. Warm fuzzies.

My bedroom is a disaster even though I spent almost all of Sunday cleaning the little apartment. Granted the kitchen is in good shape, but I seriously haven't even had time to pick up a shoe!

This past weekend was...an event. I was supposed to go to a DC United game but got word that a very near and dear friend had wound up in the hospital from complications with pneumonia. So I spent time with my friend on Saturday. Luckily you could see he was in good hands and I was relieved to hear him be released on Monday to go home and recover from there. Tonight we spent some time together again. I brought over the fixings to make some tacos and we watched the finale of greys. I also had some magically parking karma when I got home, so I had a great evening! My thoughts and prayers are still going out for a speedy recovery for my friend as I know being homebound can not be the most enjoyable experience.

In other breaking news....my dad got a new car!! Black and Gold....so obviously a pretty awesome set of wheels for him and his football loving passion!

I am thrilled for Friday and am hoping that I can reduce my 5 to-do lists down to a more manageable 2-3 and still manage to get home and do some crafting, cleaning and general doingabsolutelynothingbecauseIamadultandicanstayinonafridayandnotfeelguiltynotonesinglebit.

I have some craft projects on my mind and also some planning to do for Saramarie's visit! (She arrives on TUESDAY!!!). I also need to start gearing up for my last week as a youthful 23 year old. Just around the corner is the big 2-4. meep!

Also....Happy Birthday to me...The Bachelorette Season Premier...MAY 31!! Thanks ABC!!!