Some Favorites

Lately I've had a lot of clothing/ accessory items that I've been snapping pictures of (on my phone of course, I need to be better about using my camera, but my phone is so much easier and it isn't a battery hog). So I thought it'd be fun to give you guys a peek into my wardrobe.


1. That's what I wore to an ugly sweater party the other night. Awesome sweater and a vintage necklace that used to be my grandma's. :)
2. My MK Rose Gold watch... Mmmmmmmm. I can't even describe my love for this watch!
3. The scarf I received from my Secret Santa. And yes, I'm quite aware that my bangs need a trim... desperately.
4. My new Fossil bag c/o my sister. :) It was just what I wanted for Christmas.
5. Rust colored tights, sparkly heels, and a pretty chiffon pleated skirt. Busy Bee Lauren Instagramed a pic of her rust colored tights and sparkly gold oxfords she was wearing on Sunday and I happened to be wearing a very similar combo, so I had to share. :)
6. Pretty mint earrings also c/o my sister and my mint green Christmas PJ's. :)

So there you go, a little peek into my wardrobe. :) OH! And this incredible sunset took my breath away the other night...


Happy Tuesday!

P.S. BACHELOR! Did anyone watch it?!

Year in Review

For some reason I thought I wasn't going to do this, why? I don't know. But then I got to thinking about how great of a year it really was. I've come a long way from where I was at the beginning of the year. And while you won't really see it in this post, I see it in myself, and I'm so grateful for it.

As New Years is approaching I'm starting to wonder what 2012 will have in store for me. Will it be a good year? Will it be a hard year? Will I accomplish a goal? Will the world end? ;) I have this weird thing where I can tell how the year is going to be before it happens. Maybe it's just me being strange, maybe it's me taking a thought and making it happen, maybe I really do have psychic abilities (something I've often told my family I have. haha!). Whatever it is, I've never been wrong.

Last New Years I knew that this was going to be a good year, and I was right. Yes, this has also been a challenging year. My family's gone through some difficult things and I know that there's always bad with the good. But the good far outweighed the bad this year, and for that I am truly grateful.

I had many moments this year where I literally had to stop and take a mental picture. It was too wonderful, too important to let slip by. Things that I knew I needed to remember for as long as I live.


This year I:

• Rock climbed! While it wasn't anything serious, I was terrified. I DO NOT (did not?) rock climb for real. Give me a fake wall- sure. But the real thing always seemed too unpredictable. Well, I did it anyways! And without a lot of fancy equipment too! Just a rope and the know-how of my dad. :)
• Met bloggers in real life! Not only did I meet many amazing ladies, but we still get together! I've made more friends this year (from all over the world) than I have ever before.
• Rode (is that right? it suddenly looks wrong) in a "cage" across a canyon! Using nothing but a pulley system, my family and I crossed a canyon on one of the best hikes I've ever taken.
• Flew over the tallest mountain in North America! While it did make me sick (what can ya do?), it was amazing. I'm so glad I seized that opportunity.
• Saw the most amazing lake in the world! Seriously, someone take me to a lake that is more perfect than Lake Louise in Banff National Park. If there are any bloggers that live there or in Jasper, make room for me, because I'm moving there! Jk, but I would consider it!
• Learned about photography! While I am NO expert, my photography skills have GREATLY improved.
• Walked on 5(?) glaciers! Each one was different, and each amazing.
• Drove from Anchorage, Alaska to SLC, Utah! That was actually my second time doing that. Except the first time it was the other way around.

I could go on and on about 2011. The couple years before this one weren't the easiest. I was happy they were over. While I know I'll be sad to see '11 go, I'm excited to see what 2012 has in store. :)


What about you? Did you have a good year? Or are you ready to move on?
(you can actually read about some of my travels in my guest post over at A Dreamer's Daze today!)

P.S. Enter my Christmas Giveaway Extravaganza HERE!

P.P.S. If you would like to sponsor Gentri Lee, check out my sponsor page HERE.

Daily Life pt. 2!

How has everyone's weekend been? Have you finished your Christmas shopping yet? I decided to try and get one more small gift, so I guess technically I haven't finished. But I did send off my Secret Santa gift (which I happen to know was received), my presents to my nieces and nephew, and wrap the ones I had for those I'm closer to (geographically speaking).


1. Presents all wrapped and under the tree! Tags c/o Wonder Forest. (it's a free printable! Took my presents from drab to FAB! haha! Find them HERE.)
2. I will never tire of that view.
3. Miss Elizabeth took pity on the fact that there's no Trader Joe's here and sent me some of the peppermint cookie sandwiches! Yummy AND festive!
4. You can't tell, but that's a picture of my breath. It's SO cold, I don't know if I'll make it through another winter. Although today is supposed to get up to 40! Celebrate good times.

One more thing. Remember that hat that I wanted so badly but didn't buy?? Well, my sister was so kind and bought it as a late (like 6 months late, but I don't care) birthday present for me! What do you think?!

If you want one of your own you can find it HERE.


Have a great Sunday everyone! And if you haven't entered the Christmas Giveaway Extravaganza yet, well, I just don't have anything to say to you...

Jk, ENTER!

Daily Life... and a winner!

Happy almost weekend, everyone! Can you believe Christmas is only 9 days away?! What?! Speaking of Christmas, did you enter my CHRISTMAS GIVEAWAY EXTRAVAGANZA yet??? No?? Well go go go! There are so many goodies up for grabs!

Wanna know what's been going on in my life lately?? I'll tell you!


1. See that cute bunting banner?? Won it from Miss Lo's giveaway. It's from Miss Romi's shop! I love it and it came SUPER fast even though it was sent from Australia.
2. I haven't had a pair of legit snow boots since I was a kid. If I plan on snowshoeing soon, I better have a decent pair. So I bought these ones. What do you think?
3. LOVING Mindy Gledhill's Christmas album "Winter Moon". Do yourself a favor and listen to the entire album HERE. OR visit the post I did a few days ago about my favorite Christmas songs, if you're looking for something different to listen to this year.
4. I can't do a picture post without including a pic of my beautiful mountains (yes, they're mine).
5. Finished my Christmas shopping!! :D
6. I spent the other night curled up in bed reading the Frankie Magazine that was sent to me by Miss Lou. Want a copy? You can win one in my CHRISTMAS GIVEAWAY EXTRAVAGANZA!
7. New socks and new snow make it feel a lot like Christmas.
8. Last few apples hanging in an orchard.
9. Didn't buy this hat... should I go back and get it? Or no? Be honest. I know I'm small, so is it too much?

What's been going on in your lives lately?! Have you finished your Christmas shopping yet??

P.S. The winner of the Dave Owens Music Giveaway iiiiiiiiiiiiis...

Miss Emma Frances from her blog:
Race & Emma!


Email me please. :)

Sister Date- The Nutcracker

I hope you are all having a lovely weekend! Last night I took my sister to see the Nutcracker for her first time ever! She's in her twenties and had never seen it... Being dancers (well we used to be), and since schools will often go see it for a field trip, you'd think she would have seen it at least once before, nope. So for part of her Christmas present- I took her to see it.
*NOTE* I forgot my camera... my iPhone had to do.

We first showed up at the wrong theater (doh!), but luckily the correct theater was a short walk away.


It was beautiful and the dancing was superb.

Needless to say- she loved it! We had a great time and enjoyed talking "dance" for a little bit after.


How was your weekend?? Did you do anything fun??

Hair Do?

I got my hair done Tuesday night.

wanna see it??

I like it in the pictures, and then I see it in person and feel it's too brown. Haha! It's melted/ ombre with a darker version of my natural color on top to a caramel color on bottom. My stylist said it will get lighter on the ends- fade, but I'm still worried. I think I want it more dramatic/ noticeable.

*NOTE* I am in NO way saying my stylist didn't do her job. She's FANTASTIC and did an amazing job, I just wasn't clear or sure of what I wanted. It's all my fault.

What do you think?? Should I keep it as is or should I go back and lighten the ends some more? It WILL dry my ends out to do that. But is it worth it?

P.S. Be sure to enter the Dave Owens Music Giveaway for a chance to win a SIGNED album! I have it and LOVE it!

Ice Skating- Check!

I was so excited to check off the first item on my Winter to-do list this past Friday. A group of friends went ice skating and we had a blast!

I'm actually not a bad ice skater. Remember when I posted about roller skating?? Ya, ice skating is WAY easier. Maybe just because I've been ice skating more than roller skating, but I'm pretty comfortable on the ice. (not triple lutz comfortable, but you get what I mean)

I know I have crazy/ squinty eyes in this pic (I was trying to keep the boys from photo bombing us), but I like it anyways. This is my younger sister and myself.

It was so fun and I suggest you all get yourselves to an ice rink- stat!

Catching Up With Instagram... again

Happy Friday everyone!
Here's what's been going on in my life lately...


1. Bought the most adorable and soft hat for my friend's baby shower. :) It was so fun catching up with all of the girls that attended
2. My shadow
3. A Christmas puppet show
4. Ordering lunch.
5. This is a photo from this last Summer up at my cabin... oh how I miss those warm sunny days.
6. Sunrise and Sunset- taken the same day
7. Found out from Pinterest (gotta love that site!) that if you place a wooden spoon over a boiling pot- it won't boil over! Totally worked.
8. Another sunset. You see a lot of those shots around this blog. 1. because I love sunsets and 2. because I live in the land of the most beautiful sunsets
9. My new hat. (I know that's kind of an awkward picture. It's the best I've got... sorry)

Now for a get to know me...
Melissa over at My Soul Is The Sky tagged me in a little get to know you questionnaire. I decided to participate because I feel like I'VE been slacking from the blog lately... here we go:

#1. What's a nickname only your family calls you?

Eh... I really only have one nickname- Gen (sometimes Gent). And anyone who wants to calls me by those.

#2. What's a weird habit of yours?

I like to do things in certain orders (the way I eat my food for example)

#4. What's a song you secretly LOVE to blast & belt out when you're alone?

Whatever I'm currently listening to. I don't have a "go to" song.

#5. What's one of your biggest pet peeves?

Loud chewing... drives. me. crazy.

#6. What's one of your nervous habits?

sweating? hahahaha! I don't know. Biting my cheek?

#7. What side of the bed do you sleep on?

Um, I sleep on a twin... it doesn't really have "sides". But it's ok. I'm little (4'8") so I don't need much room.

#8. What was your first stuffed animal & it's name?

Oh goodness... I don't remember my first. But I remember my favorite. It was a cocker spaniel and I named him Trusty. I even scratched the name into his collar.

#9. What's the drink you ALWAYS order at starbucks?

Well, I don't drink coffee and I know how horrible the other drinks are for you. So I try to steer clear of Starbucks... haha!

#10. What's the beauty rule you preach.. but never ACTUALLY practice?

uuuuum... Sunscreen I guess. I know I should wear it, and I want to wear it. But I hate how my skin feels and smells when I do wear it.

#11. Which way do you face in the shower?

Do you guys really care to know this?? Haha! Out of course. I'm short, I'd drown if I faced the other way.

#12. Do you have any 'weird' body 'skills'?

Not really. I have an awesome point (foot. I'm a dancer. Well, I was.)... I guess that could be a weird body skill... I CAN'T cross both my eyes. So it looks like I've got a weird body skill, but really I just can't do it.

#13. What's your favorite 'comfort food'/food thats 'bad' but you love to eat it anyways?

Haha! This list could be a mile long. Oreos, cheetos, Costa Vida, ice cream... Oh dear... I'm drooling.

#14. What's a phrase or exclamation you always say?

"LOVE it!" you may have noticed... haha! I know it's annoying. But it's how I feel!

#15. Time to sleep- what are you ACTUALLY wearing?

Summer- shorts and a tshirt

Winter- sweat pants and a sweatshirt, with 4-5 blankets.

and none of them are pretty... in the slightest.

Now- I tag ALL of you! I mean it!

Have a great weekend everyone! Tonight I should be going ice skating! Exciting! I get to cross the first item off my Winter to-do list! What are you doing this weekend?? :)

Winter To-Do List and a Winner!

Hey guys! Happy Thursday! Aaaaand Happy December 1st! What?! I am pretty sure I just wrote the post about November 1st- yesterday... Who is speeding up time?! Seriously, stop it!

Well, since It's now December and "officially" Winter (I know it's not really official until Dec 21st or whatever. But I like to go by month.) I thought I'd share my Winter to-do list! Remember my Fall to-do list?? Pretty sure I accomplished everything on that list. :) So, I thought I'd keep up the good work and go for a Winter to-do list. ESPECIALLY since Winter is my least favorite season. It's too cold, lasts too long, and the snow?? Only OK until Valentines Day. So hopefully this list will help me enjoy the winter a little bit more.

Here we go...

1. Go Snowshoeing (I'm planning a trip that may kill me... wish me luck...)
2. Go Ice Skating (going Friday!)
3. Build a Snowman
4. Go enjoy the festivities Downtown
5. See the Nutcracker Ballet (taking my sister as part of her Christmas gift. We're a family of dancers and she's NEVER seen it! It's a crime, really.)
6. Attend a Holiday Party that I have to dress up fancy for
7. Take a Sleigh Ride (horse drawn- of course)
8. Make either Sugar Cookies, Ginger Bread Cookies, or a Ginger Bread House

Next- Rach from Family Ever After is hosting an Ugly Sweater Party on her blog. I couldn't resist entering this lovely gem.

And yes, those are bell earrings, yes I was that blonde, yes this picture is slightly awkward. What picture of an ugly Christmas sweater isn't though?

We also have another winner to announce! Thanks to all who entered the TJLundin&Co. giveaway! The winner iiiiiiissssss....

Memory (is that right?? I had to do some blog stalking to find it...) from her blog
Lowercase Letters!!

Congrats lady! Email me asap so I can get you in contact with Tiffany!

P.S. Don't forget to enter the Rolled Up Pretty Giveaway!

P.P.S. I am guest posting over at Eclectic Snapshots today for Amanda's Birthday! Check it!

I Am Thankful For...

My family- Mom, Dad, Grandma, Sisters, BIL, Nieces, Nephew, Aunts and Uncles, Cousins
My Friends- Real life and Blog Friends (SO thankful for YOU!)
Food
The Earth
Those who serve my country
My Job
My Faith
My Savior- Jesus Christ



So tell me...



P.S. Be sure to enter the Poshlocket giveaway I announced yesterday and to use the AWESOME discount code they offered!

Put Your Record On

Last night my family all gathered around as my sister had found a needle to replace the broken one on my parents old record player. It created quite the exciting night for us (we're that exciting...). They pulled out all of the old records that have been sitting in a box in the storage room for years. Memories of my childhood came flooding back as they pulled out all of the old Disney storybook records that I used to listen to. I can still see myself sitting on the floor, flipping through the beautiful vintage storybooks, while listening to beautifully told fairy tales.

Here are only a few of the records in their collection. These are all originals and very old...


look at all the vintage covers! Beautiful, right?!

We all had so much fun and will probably spend our evening doing the very same thing. My sister has already laid claim to everything... Apparently she did years ago. But I'm begging for the storybooks. It's a piece of my childhood that I distinctly remember and would love to share it with my future family.

This Weeks Loves

First- I am guest posting over at Roots Wings and Other Things today sharing one of my favorite makeup looks! Take a peek!

Happy Friday everyone! I have had many "I LOVE THAT!" moments this week. here are a few of them:

1. A Theater in SLC is one of 3 in the world (the other two being in LA and NY) to receive actual costumes from the new movie- Breaking Dawn. When I heard that yesterday morning I knew I'd be making a stop on my way home from work to see these babies! (I'm a fangirl sometimes)

2. My sister's kitty- Rue. He's hilarious. As most cats are.

3. I FINALLY got my hands on a copy of Crossed! So excited to start reading!

Found this in the Nordstrom catalog that came in the mail yesterday. I may need them (or one of them of course- the other would go to one of my BFF's!). 

This says if you bake marbles at 350 for 20 min. then drop in ice water this is what you get... SERIOUSLY?! SO trying this!

Source: craftster.org via Gentri on Pinterest

HILARIOUS!


And just in case you missed them on yesterday's post- Here are some of Anthropologie's new ECards! I'm in love!

OH! And you get TWO chances to make EPIC wishes today! Make sure they're good ones! :D

Source: polyvore.com via Gentri on Pinterest

P.S. Don't forget to enter this week's giveaway! It's a good one and is for a great cause!

Instagram Catch Up

Happy Thursday everyone! First- I'm guest posting over at Sloanbook today sharing an AWESOME DIY! Be sure to check it out. :)

I wanted to share with you some photos I've been hoarding on my phone and haven't had a chance to share. So here are some random Instagrams from the past... month or so. :)


1. the two pairs of shoes I was debating between last Saturday. I can't pass up a shoe opportunity when I find something wonderful in a size 4! Plus they were both on sale! (I went with the bootie.)
2. The flower I received from Courtney over at Lil Noodle Bug came in such cute packaging!
3. Oh you know, just playing around. haha!
4. The presents I received from Miss Emmett Katherine- a feather/leather/bead hair extension, friendship bracelets, and yummy chocolate and fudge!
5. A little gift I received from one of my old dance students when I taught her class again on Saturday!
6. My old dance class- Miss them so much! It was a blast teaching them again!
7. The cute package that arrived in the mail from EmK (see #4)
8. That skirt I showed you a few days ago was from Anthro and even the packaging was beautiful (I would expect nothing less).
9. I can't get enough of the beauty that surrounds my little city.

Sorry for the randomness. I've been meaning to post about them and just couldn't find the opportunity.

Speaking of things I've been meaning to post about- remember when I said I'd do a Q&A post... forever ago? Well, I just haven't found a chance for that either. SO if you'd like to add any more questions to the list go ahead and leave them in the comments! :)

P.S. Don't forget to enter the giveaway that was announced yesterday! It's a good one!!

Weekend Snapshots already??

Happy weekend everyone. :)

First- Do any of my Australian readers have a spare bedroom? Winter has decided it's his turn, and I just don't agree with that. So I might just pack up my bags and head south for the winter. Those birds have the right idea.

Here are some shots from my weekend so far:


1. I finished Matched! SO good! I'm going to go grab the newly released sequel today! Eep! (I must say it was a tad slow at first. Still good, just not what I was expecting. But the end is very good and very intense.)
2. Just some grapes with a curly stem. They were fun, and delicious!
3. Thought I could roller skate last night. HA! Fell right on my bottom within the first 30 seconds... Awesome.
4. Switched to a lame scooter after one turn around the... skate floor? What is it called? Rink? (notice my thick layers? It's that cold. Or I'm a baby.)
5. The pattern of my new skirt! AH! I didn't think it'd come so soon, so happy it did! Can't wait to wear it!

Some Catch Up and a Dealio (or two)

Happy Thursday everyone. :)

First-
Sarah (one of my lovely sponsors and favorite bloggers) is the artist behind one of my favorite Etsy shops A Lost Feather. Right now she's having an awesome deal over at her blog. You can receive 10% off anything in her shop as well as the file for one of her beautiful pieces of artwork just by helping spread the word about her shop. (find more info HERE)

This Fox necklace and lion drawing are some of her pieces that I received for my birthday back in June! I love them. :)


One of my other favorite pieces in her shop would be this arrowhead necklace (in the rose color). But really, there are just too many amazing things to choose from!

Also, if you live in the Utah area and have admitted that you like Twilight (come on, admit it already) then you should hop over and enter THIS giveaway for a chance to win some Twilight goodies as well as TWO tickets to a 6pm showing the DAY BEFORE Breaking Dawn Pt. 1 is released! Whoop!

And if you're one of THOSE no reply bloggers (If you don't know what I'm talking about- you probably are) then head over HERE and get with the times! haha!

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Here are a few instagrams to catch you up on what's been going on in my life... not much really.

1. I have a really high forehead (five head), and I have a question for you- Is it a bad thing to wear my hair straight back or should I embrace it like Tyra (banks) says? And what are your thoughts on manbands?? I saw this guy sporting one at church this last Sunday and I gotta say- I wasn't a fan... :/ What do you think?

2. I am reading Matched right now, I haven't gotten very far yet (which is weird considering I usually finish in one day) but so far- so good! And I enjoyed some pumpkin frozen yogurt. Yum.

3. While I can't stand the thought of snow- I gotta say that the way the mountains look during a storm are breathtaking.

Other than this terrible and annoying cold- my week has been pretty quiet. How has your week been going?

P.S. Don't forget to enter the Secret Life of Bee Print Giveaway I announced yesterday!!

Gardner Village (with bloggy friends)- Check!

First- Remember that Pumpkin Project I mentioned?? Well it's UP! Just click HERE. :)

One of my favorite fall activities (it was on my Fall To-Do List- which by the way, I've completed all but TWO items on that list!! Go me!) is to visit a wonderful place called Gardner Village. They have such fun Halloween displays, the scenery is Fall perfection, and wonderful shops. I decided the best way to do that this year was with some of my local bloggy friends!


We first met for a delicious lunch at Gardner Villages wonderful restaurant- Archibalds. Then we strolled around the shops and enjoyed the crisp cool Fall air (or froze in it... I had on- thick tights, a long sleeve undershirt, my chambray top, a thick dress, warm boots, and a warm vest- and i still froze!).


The main attraction in October would be their "witches" that are everywhere. They're all so funny and different. There's a hoola-hooping witch, witches playing baseball, and even a witch using the outhouse... :/


Look at this- Fall perfection, am I right?!


They also have a candy shop that is a must see. It's filled with all of your favorite old fashion candy as well as fresh fudge in a variety of flavors!


It was such a fun afternoon with these ladies! I'm so glad they were able to make it (especially those who ran over during their lunch break!). I hope you are all having a FABULOUS week! Are you ready for Halloween?? What are you going to be?! Keep voting on my costume poll. I can't wait to see what the result will be! haha!

P.S. DON'T FORGET to enter this weeks giveaway from Printed Peaks! It's seriously AMAZING!!!

P.P.S. You can find the girls I went to Gardner Village with here:
Savannah
Megan
Courtney
Melissa
Jessica
Sara

P.P.P.S. If you're looking for a great inspirational read head over to Suzie's blog. It's all about being healthy, strong, and beautiful. :)

November Sponsoring and Weekend Happenings

Hey everyone!

I am accepting Sponsors for November. So if you're interested please email me at gentrileeblog(at)gmail(dot)com. You can find all of the details by clicking HERE or by clicking on the "Sponsors" banner to your right---->

I have some of the lowest prices around and options for everyone. :) I decided to increase the size of the ads and I have also added an X-Large option for those interested.

I'd love to have any of you as a sponsor- so just email me! :)

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This weekend was a lazy one. I. did. nothing. Jk. I tried. Tried to make soup and failed. :P I'll have to try a different recipe. (no it wasn't your recipe Holly. I have no doubt that one will be perfect!)

A few friends came over- as usual on Sunday night and after dinner we carved pumpkins... again- tried and failed. I had picked a very extravagant pattern and when I removed the paper to start carving... madness. There was no way I was going to be able to tell what was what. So I carved "sparkles" all over my pumpkin. I should have done more, but my spirits were shot. haha! My sister and two guy friends however succeeded! They did awesome.


I also received my time turner necklace in the mail over the weekend from Sarah's giveaway. SO excited! I love it!


I hope you all had a lovely weekend! :D Can you believe that in a week from today it'll be NOVEMBER?! CRAZY! Let's not talk about it. (unless you want to sponsor that is... haha!)

What did you do this weekend? Anything fun? (of course you did. I read it yesterday on all of your blogs! haha!) Have a happy Tuesday everyone!

P.S. If you missed my GHOST POST over at Pics-O-Andrea yesterday, it's a good one. One that shouldn't be missed!

Costume Voting Now Open

Hey guys!

It's time! Time to vote on what my costume for Halloween should be! Whoop! You guys came up with some AWESOME suggestions. It was really hard to narrow it down. BUT, I have picked my top 4 (weird number, I know) options. And here they are. I did a small preview of what each costume will look like. Now, these were just quick looks. For the real thing they would look much better.:

1. Gypsy- This one wasn't exactly suggested. But Lo (I think it was Lo, I couldn't find the comment) mentioned how she was a gypsy all growing up and I loved the idea!
2. Snow White- My older sister has been begging me to be Snow White.
3. A Tree- This one was suggested by Katilda and I loved it. I would rat my hair up like crazy and cover it in leaves and possibly make it into a nest. haha!
4. Hermione (not pictured)- Growing up I was always told I looked like Hermione. For some reason I've never been her for Halloween. But when I won Sarah's time turner necklace (like the one Hermione uses in Prisoner of Azkaban) and Candace suggested being Hermione, I decided it was time to consider it. Actually both Sarah and Candace are going to be Luna Lovegood for Halloween! haha!



Which one do you like best? Place your vote in the pole box to the left. :D

It's The Weekend!

HAPPY WEEKEND EVERYONE!

I hope it's off to a lovely start for you. :) I've got big plans for this weekend and I really hope I can accomplish all of my plans rather than forgoing them to stay home and read... Wish me luck!

Here are some Instagrams that I don't believe I've shared with you yet... You know, in case you felt Instagram deprived...


1. Pumpkin Cookies! I am not kidding when I say that we've got THE best pumpkin recipe in the world... I should really share it... or keep it a secret... hmmm
2. Picking pumpkins for a special project you'll see soon!
3. A screen grab from THIS guest post
4. Driving to church last Sunday. LOVE FALL!
5. Getting my daily serving of Honey (allergy medicine) with granola and bananas. Yum! So far I haven't noticed too much of a difference. But I'm assuming I need to build up some sort of immunity or something. It may take a little while I guess?
6. My amazing grammar skills... Can you spot my HUGE mistake(s)? I just don't know what went wrong. haha!
7. Watched Snow White this week! Loved every second. :)
8. Painted my nails using inspiration from THIS
9. Thank you pinterest for another great idea!

Are you doing anything fun this weekend?? :)

P.S. Don't forget to enter this weeks Giveaway!!

Farmer's Market- Check!

I am able to cross one item off my Fall to-do List! Yesterday I headed to a local Farmer's Market with my bloggy friend Rachel.


There were samples of every kind and live music to complete the atmosphere.


One of my favorite items from the market were these amazing chairs. They were super comfortable, can hold up to 600 lbs, and the price was very reasonable! (actually it was a lot cheaper than I expected it to be!) I'm super tempted to buy one... You can find more information about them HERE.


I also purchased some local honey in hopes that it will take care of my allergies. They have been terrible this season and don't seem to be getting any better. I've heard many times that local honey helps those with allergies since the bee's use the pollen we breathe in to make the honey. So I bought the biggest one they had... This baby's gotta last since this is one of the last farmer's markets of the year...

(pictures in order from top to bottom) 1. Driving home from work Friday. Isn't that beautiful?? 2. The honey I bought. Yum. 3. And I have been reunited with my long lost love- Animal Crackers. Yay!


I actually was able to cross TWO items off my Fall list! But I'll save the second one for another day. :)

How has your weekend been so far? I hope it's been great!

P.S. I have updated my sponsor info (for sponsors starting in November). You can find that by clicking on the "Sponsors" banner on my right sidebar (over there--->)
or by clicking HERE.