change in pace.

It's about time for one of those life changes that you need every 4-5 years. Maybe a change in pace, job,  location, hobby, fitness goal, etc. There are those are completely content in their lives; who enjoy the steady pace of their days, the predictability of their evenings, and the confidence that everything is just the way it should be. And....then there are people (like little 'ole' me) who are content but want more, who need a little change every now and then, a switch in scenery, a new job to grow their talents, and a new hobby to make their time worthwhile. 

I think I'm due for a change. I'm still trying to decide where this change will come from and where it will take me. I've reached a point in life where the most important things in life are constant and that's reassuring but the parts of life that bring excitement are ever-changing and I'm ready for one of those to come rolling my way. So here we go. 

On a lighter note, I mentioned to David the other day, "I need a change." That man said, "Why don't you change the colors in the bathroom like you wanted." I have to love him....

Maybe to spark the inspiration, I will take his advice. I did just buy some pretty new yellow towels. 

: )

Happy 4th of JU-ly!

Happy 4th from us!

Hope you enjoy your day, just like we are!

xoxo 

Little did I know.

If you spoke to me about 5 years ago - I did not necessarily have this illuminated vision of what my life was like or what it held. I didn't really know exactly what I wanted to do after I received that diploma in hand- I just knew that I wanted to make difference in the world. I knew...that I did not want the gifts that I had to go to waste and hopefully, they would bring happiness to others as well-and maybe make their lives a bit easier for even a fleeting moment. 

I had no attachments to the present or to any one being - besides my family - they are inescapable, fortunately. I had no desire to meet the man of my dreams- I was a fickle one, finding and living passion to passion-hobby to hobby-creating, living, and doing whatever I could to make my mark in the world. 

I just knew I wanted to live day to day and make memories that would last. I didn't know the girl that listened to her heart a little too much sometimes as much as I wanted to. 

Little did I know, that with the speed of a brush stroke- my life would start well on it's path to something I really had no control over. I just sat for this ride-to only look back now and think wow-this is the person I've become-'so crazy'. It's a very strange yet satisfying experience to sit down and think - this is who I am now- and to be certain in that moment of every fiber in your being and what it stands for, but still-accepting the fact that in five years from now-I will do the same thing again - wiser (hopefully!). 

5 years ago - little did I know I would meet a man that would make my world spin and continue to keep it spinning-steadily with his own. Little did I know he would take me on an adventure of a life time-literally and continually make me realize what it is to be loved and to want to visualize a life with him and the possibilities that arise just knowing he'll be in it. 

5 years ago- little did I know that I would find so many passions and creative outlets that would inevitably lead me to finding what I love to do-even if takes time to get there-and a lot of work and sacrifice. That is what makes it so sweet, right? The road to where I want to be - makes it so much more exciting- 

Little did I know - I would be the person I am today. 

and its' funny, because I like this person and I'm pretty sure the girl who listened to her heart just a 'little too much' likes this person too. 

I'm not sure where I'm going with this post. I just know that I sat down tonight, thinking..."how do I get rid of this writer's block?" and then the words started flowing...maybe a stream of consciousness, maybe I'm just appreciating the road I've taken to meet today. 

I think we all need to take a moment every now and then to appreciate who we are, where we have been, and where we want to go. 

First day of Summer is here.

June 21. First day of Summer. 

Your girl over here had a sweet day off from work and swam the entire day, danced the night away, and brought summer in with the best day ever. 

I obviously can't contain my excitement.

Swimming, pizza, music, dancing, sunshine, friends. 

Here's an awesome summer with lots of beach days, hot days, ice cream, friends, road trips, family, and everything else that makes you happy. 

Summer shoots.

We had a little fun the other day taking some photos. Thanks to my brother and his natural photographic skills, we came out with quite a few that we liked and will keep forever. 

Nothing like a nice, warm summer night...a sun dress, cowgirl boots, a cute little town with plenty of good food, and someone following you around with a camera : )

This is me, smiling at him (as usual)...as he's trying to look anywhere but the camera.

Outfit Details: Dress - JCrew Necklace: JcRew Boots: Country Outfitter

Thought I'd share a few of our photos of our impromptu photo shoot and a pretty fun evening - with pizza and french fries included : )

Mid-week getaway.

A few weeks ago my brother finished school for the summer and was home at my parents suffering from inevitable 'boredom'. We decided to take a few days and go to the shore/Atlantic City with some friends and of course my mother tagged along for the mini vacay - my brother just turned 21- so naturally he wanted to do everything he couldn't before....

This meant...happy hours, gambling, and more happy hours. 

I really wish. Then I could trade in my gold medal in window shopping over and actually 'shop'. 

The brother (Petey and I) enjoying some indoor beachy-ness on a not so great beach day outside.

While everyone else gambled their money away - I put my money to good use and devoured some Auntie Anne's.

This is what happens  when you wander around the hotel in the middle of the night - looking for something to eat. They hide in the decor - and yes that is my mother.

We did some exploring and eating along the way....my two favorite things.

Exploring...and skinny pics.

We must have walked about 10 miles this day and were so grateful to sit down, devour some nachos after. So much for that exercise : )

It was a fun, yet tiring, but super fun little getaway. 

Now I'm ready for another. 

Since David missed out on this one - I think it's his turn next.

Where to?

Photo dump - It's been too long!

This whole "I have been MIA from blogging lately" thing has become all too familiar and redundant. I'm awful at blogging as of lately and have totally thrown the New Years resolution of "blogging daily" out the window with the "eat healthier", and various other promises I made to myself. 

Yikes. 

Well while I was avoiding this little ole blog here and living life as it comes by; here are some things that I have been up to: 

Lots and lots of cupcake making. 

I have been brushing up on my creative cupcake skills with all this time away from my blogging. 

Obligatory beach - leg/feet sand pic. Spending some time at the beach- FINALLY!

and lots of time outdoors with all this nice weather. It's been so nice but my allergies have been severely suffering from it. Can't with them all, I guess!

oh, and lots and lots of birthdays. My MaryJ's 9th birthday with her pretty flip-flop cake made by her oh-so talented Mama.

and of course my little brother Petey's 21st birthday. What an evening!

and of course more 21st birthday celebrations for Kiri : ) 

can't forget Greek Easter with my love. 

Sorry for the massive photo dump! I'll try to post more often-to avoid these incredibly long posts, hehe 

: )