"Dance your a$$ off" Friday!

I woke up before my alarm this morning and I just decided it was gonna be a good day. I got to see my husband (since he had to drive me to work) and it just started everything on the right foot.

SO - I decided Friday is a good day for a dance party :) You're welcome :)

HAVE A GREAT DAY!!

Wordless Wednesday

When it rains, it pours...

Just when I think we are ahead and life is going well, there comes a speed bump. We've been in our condo a little over 2 months and already we've had issues. The latest is a leak. Our downstairs neighbor has complained of water leaking into her bathroom. We sealed and recaulked around the tub thinking that might be the issue and we didn't hear anything else about it --- until yesterday :( So now it's up to us to contact a plumber to come check it out. This is just what we don't need right now... I'm crossing my fingers and praying it is not a huge expense... or if it is, that the condo homeowners association will be liable.

Out with the old, in with the new!

LOOK AT PENNY!!!!

Ain't she pretty!? I know it's bad to love a car --- but I'm really loving this one. It's kind of like relationships... Once you've had a shitty, psychotic mate, it's easier to appreciate a loving mate and a healthy relationship. After having a crap car for so long, I'm thankful to have one that doesn't jerk me around (literally) or make me feel anxious about breaking down somewhere.

She has one little issue - but she's getting fixed up this week (At the expense of the dealer, which is awesome!) While I am not overly excited about having a car payment again, I think she's worth it. I feel like I just got my license again... I'm trying to find an excuse to go to the store or step out for lunch - JUST so I can drive! :)

I'm very blessed and thankful for this new-to-me car! Just pray she stays as awesome as she is right now :)

32 things that make me happy...

1. My husband

He always know how to make me smile =)

 2. Puppies
I really need a dog!!

 3. Hanging out with friends
I love playing games, drinking wine and laughing with fun people

4. Holidays
Good food. Good times.

5. A perfect summer day
 Sunny, breezy and perfect for a picnic :)

6. Cupcakes
  Personalized cake. Mine all mine. Not yours.

  7. Sparkly things
 Hence, the name of my blog :P

  8. Pedicures
So relaxing and nice to get pampered

9. Music
 I like having my own dance parties in the car

10. A good chick flick
13 Going on 30, How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days, Pretty Woman... I could go on!

  11. Wine
 What else can cure a stressful day in one glass?!

  12. Bubble baths
Ahhh... it's so nice to enjoy these again... My tub and I have a date tonight...

  13. Saturday mornings
 No alarm clocks!! There's just something nice about waking up on your own.

14. Polar pops
When I need a boost of caffeine, these babies do the trick!

  15. The beach
The smell, the feel, the warmth. I miss it...

  16. Fresh flowers.
They're so pretty, bright and happy

  17. Taking pictures
Especially ones with silly faces :P

  18. Chick Fil A
I don't know why it made the list -- except their chicken is darn tasty! Oh and the sweet tea!!

  19. Date nights
I love going out with my husband, even if it's just dinner and a movie

  20. Online shopping
No more crowds. No more lines. Pure genius!

  21. Candles
 So relaxing, romantic and fragrant

  22. Friends, Full House, Fresh Prince...
Those shows STILL crack me up!

  23. Cooking
I love when I have the time (and energy) to try new recipes

  24. Checking things off a list!
Don't judge me. It keeps my OCD in check :P

  25. Elephants
I don't know why I started liking elephants... Kinda weird...

  26. College Basketball
Except when my team loses in the Championship! Booooo!

  27. Singing
I don't do it as much as I used to, but on the right day, I can still get down

  28. Gift cards
 It's like free money! Who doesn't love that!?

  29. Traveling.
Haven't had the means to do it recently, but it's nice to see new places

  30. Dinner Parties
Just now discovering this - but it's so much fun!

  31. Surprises
Good ones, of course...

  32. Have I mentioned my husband??
 Thought I'd put him at 32 since he actually is!!

 

If I Were... (part two)

If I were a scent, I would be Sensual Amber

It smells wonderful and it lingers for a while

 
If I were a movie, I would be Bringin' Down the House

Queen Latifah is HILARIOUS!!

If I were a fruit, I would be Grapes

(I would've picked strawberry, but my husband is allergic)

  If I were a pie, I would Key Lime

Sweet and tart. Just like me!

 If I were make-up, I would be Lip Gloss

Keepin' it simple.

 If I were a drink, I would be a Mimosa

Reminds me of my wedding day (and I like that they're served in champagne flutes!)

  If I were a main dish, I would be Spaghetti

I don't know why. It's comforting and filling?

 If I were an appetizer, I would be Chicken Wings!

I love chicken! And you can get wings any way you want!

 If I were breakfast, I would be French Toast or Pancakes

Makes the belly happy and the eyes sleepy ;)

  If I were a season, I would be Spring!

Can I change that to Fall? Spring flares up my allergies too bad...

 
If I were an article of clothing, I would be a Sundress

Breeeeeeezy!

  If I were a piece of jewelry, I would be a Sapphire ring

It's pretty!!! Just like the one my boo bought for me! :)

 

If I were a spice, I would be Cinnamon

Warm, soothing, sweet

 If I were a flower, I would be a White Rose

Simple. Understated. Beautiful.