Category Archives: Guilty Pleasures
Wishful Wednesdays
May I just say that the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show last night was phenomenal? Adriana Lima looked incredible for just having a baby; Miranda Kerr and Alessandra Ambrosio looked flawless as always; and the performances by Rihanna, J-Biebs, and Bruno Mars were expectantly pleasant.
Although the collection for this show is a little pricey, it still has me thinking that maybe one day I’ll fulfill a lifelong wish and make a purchase. Until then, a girl can dream…
Travel Thursdays
During a meeting with my boss yesterday, I was informed that I’d be traveling to Switzerland Q1 of next year. Naturally being the overexcited type, I started googling and pinteresting anything and everything related to Switzerland. I’m not exactly sure which cities we’ll be traveling to, but judging from the pictures, it won’t matter because they’re all beautiful. Actually, the word breathtaking might be a better description…
Lake Geneva Montreaux Switzerland
View of the countryside
Winter
Humble Abode
Ocean-side
Marina
Meadows
In Town
I can’t wait!
Travel Thursdays
As much as I love to travel, I find myself starting to plan trips overseas, completely forgetting that I’ve just moved to a beautiful new city in North Houston. Do I still want to travel to Greece, Spain, China, and Morocco? Of course I do. But it might be refreshing to discover the nooks and crannies of my city before jetting off around the world to a different time zone. With visits from my loved ones quickly approaching, I decided that spending a lot of time outdoors was the best way to enjoy the weather and festive decorations. It is Fall after all, and my little suburban town is just itching for that cooler weather to ride in.
It may look small, but there are plenty of discoveries just waiting to be made:
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Here are a few things I can’t wait to check out while my boyfriend and sister are here:
1. Market Street
I’ve been here a few times, but haven’t poked my head in all the shops and restaurants yet. I really want to enjoy it outdoors at night when the palm trees are twinkling with lights and the water fountains are shooting colorful streams of liquid into the air. It reminds me of Kierland back home. {Photo}
2. Uni Sushi
This sushi place is located in the heart of Market Street and has gotten great reviews.
I’m excited to try it out with my boyfriend when he comes to visit next weekend. {Photo}
3. Cru Wine Bar
Also located in Market Street, this modern bar has a little something for everyone.
Every time I drive by it, I just want to hop out and enjoy a quick glass of pinot noir. {Photo}
4. The Woodlands Mall
It’s the perfect place to walk around, enjoy the sights, and venture into new stores.
And of course, spend that hard earned cash. {Photo}
5. Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion
There are always great concerts going on here. I need to check the dates! {Photo}
6. Waterway Trolley
What better way to explore than by taking a trolley around town? {Photo}
7. Waterway Cruiser
Or even better, discover the town by boat! {Photo}
Wishful Wednesdays
It’s true. I’m a supernerd. I love reading and I love learning. I would rather spend my entire weekend at Barnes & Noble perusing art history, fashion design, interior design, business management, and self-improvement books than spend my weekend out at the bars or lazily watching TV all day in my pajamas. Those things are great too, but in a case of would you rather, I’d make my way over to B&N. Did I mention it’s two stories tall with a Starbucks? My sweet, sweet paradise.
I discovered recently that J.K. Rowling released a new novel, The Casual Vacany. While it’s not Harry Potter related, I’m sure it will make for an interesting story. I’m sure you can guess where this is headed. Presenting (dah dah dah): My Fall Book Wishlist.
The Casual Vacancy by J.K. Rowling
Divergent by Veronica Roth
(My sister introduced me to this – it’s similar to
The Hunger Games. Thanks, Erin!)
The Time Keeper by Mitch Albom
The Diviners by Libba Bray
The Happiness Project by Gretchen Rubin
Lucid by Adrienne Stoltz & Ron Bass
That should keep me busy. Happy Reading!
Racin’ For The Cure
Yesterday, I signed up for my first competitive, timed 5K – Susan G. Komen’s Race For The Cure. The race is on October 6th, which is only 3 weeks away. Needless to say, I needed to hop on my training plan right away. I started training yesterday and planned on “easing into things”. But of course, being me, I dove into it head on. I ran the full 3.1 miles yesterday with 2 one-minute walking breaks, for a total time of 33 minutes. I told myself to relax today, but I didn’t. Running is my nirvana. It’s my stress reliever. It’s the only thing that makes me feel really good after a long, busy, productive day at work. Mostly people like to sit in front of the TV and eat junk food. I run 3 miles and then dig my hands into an over-sized bag of carrots. Silly wabbit.
Today was day 2 of training and I’ve already improved my time by 2 minutes (ran straight through, no walking breaks)! Now the time to beat is 31 minutes. I’m taking this very seriously and hope to reach my goal time of 28 minutes. If you want to join me and support the fight against breast cancer, please click on the link below to donate. Even $1 or $5 goes a long way. Think of it as your charitable contribution for the week, month, year, or what not 
Thank you to my mother for being the first to donate!! Any and all support is greatly appreciated!
Join the fight against breast cancer!
These are a few of my favorite things…
1. The color purple
2. My precious kitty, Lacy
3. University of St. Thomas Campus
4. Six Flags Magic Mountain
5. Judith Ripka Ring
6. Mark West Pinot Noir
7. Pita Jungle’s Hummus with Chicken
8. My sister
9. My mom
Oh, the places you’ll go
Pretty, pretty places. I’d like to go here someday. Someday very soon.
Nagakushiyama Park, Japan
Waimea Canyon on the island of Kauai
Singapore
Villa del Balbianello, Italy
Visovac Island with Franciscan monastery, Croatia
Giverny, France
Marvao Castle Gardens, Portugal
Summer on the brain
Ain’t nothin’ like them summer nights.
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Street Style
These ladies keep it lovely, whether heading to work or lounging at home- but most importantly, on the street!
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