Hey y’all!

 

It’s been awhile since I’ve linked up with Jamie for What I’m Loving Wednesday!

 

Here’s what I’m loving lately!

 

 

…lunch dates with wonderful friends.

 

…sweet kitty cat snuggles.

 

…Greek frozen yogurt.

 

…fun goodies from Influenster.

 

…Pioneer Woman macaroni and cheese!

 

What are you loving right now?



Hey y’all!

A few weeks ago I participated in Meghan, Meagan, and Sara’s Holiday Mix CD Swap!

I was partnered with Meagan, one of the fabulous cohosts! She sent me a fun CD and a packet of hot chocolate!

Here are the great songs on my CD!

1. It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year – Andy Williams

2. Jingle Bells – Lisa Loeb

3. Blue Christmas – Elvis Presley

4. Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow! – Harry , Jr.

5. Little Saint Nick – The Beach Boys

6. Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer – Manneheim Steamroller

7. Sleigh Ride – Natalie Cole

8. I’ll Be Home for Christmas – Josh Groban

9. Winter Wonderland – Jewel

10. Baby It’s Cold Outside – The Brian Setzer Orchestra

11. Wonderful Christmastime – Paul McCartney

12. You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch – NewSong

13. Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree – New Song

14. Joy to the World – Aretha Franklin

15. A New York Christmas – Rob Thomas

16. Don’t Save It All For Christmas Day – Avalon

17. The Christmas Song – Natalie Cole

18. Jingle Bells – Jim Brickman

19. Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas – Frank Sinatra

20. Silent Night – Perry Como

21. White Christmas – Bing Crosby

22. Good News – Avalon

Blog swaps are so much fun and a great way to meet new bloggers! I’m glad to have a new bloggy friend! Thanks again Meagan!

 

I don’t like traditional Christmas colors, so I decorate with purple, pink, and silver!

 

 

 

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Next week’s questions

More holiday fun!

Hey y’all!

 

Hope y’all are having a great week!

 

I know that aside from Sunday Social, things have been a little quiet around here. We’ve officially hit the holiday season at work, and I’ve either been busy or resting :)

 

Here’s what I’ve been up to…

 

A couple of weeks ago we had a birthday party for Little Girl, Jonna, and Joyce. Their birthdays are all in a row, so we had one big party!

Yummy cupcakes

Birthday girl Jonna!

That is A LOT of hair accessories and pinkness!

 

I ended up not going home for Thanksgiving. Because this was my first year for Black Friday at TVP and because most of the family wasn’t able to come, it just made more sense for me to stay here. I had lunch with my family up here, and then I spent the afternoon and evening with Wade and Joyce and the family.

 

The only picture I took all day…

 

W posted this lovely picture of me on Instagram. This was pretty much all we did all afternoon!

 Friday morning my alarm went off at 3:15 am, and I made it to TVP at 4:30! Y’all know me, I can’t really function with other people before 9 am, so it was good that I made it through the craziness without hurting anyone! Haha!

 

It was a very long day, and by the end of it, I was pretty much feeling like this…

Yep!

 

Saturday, Sarah came back from school and worked with us at TVP!

It was so great having her back! I adore her and can’t wait until Christmas break when she will be back with us!

 

I have also started counting calories and eating healthier. I have reached that point again where I am not happy with the way I look or the way I feel, so I’m working hard to try to shed some of this weight I’ve gained over the last few months. It’s hard, but I know it will be worth it in the end. Wish me luck!

 

I hope to get back to my regular blogging soon!

 

Have a great Wednesday!



 

 

Now it’s your turn! Answer the questions, grab our button, and link up with Neely and me!

 

 

We are starting our holiday questions!!

 

1. What is your favorite holiday season tradition?

2. Do you have a certain holiday movie you watch more than others? If so what is it?

3. Show us your favorite decoration or pinterest decoration you wish you could have

4. What is your favorite holiday song?

5. What is your favorite holiday dessert?

6. What is on your wish list this year?

 

Have a great Sunday y’all!

Friday night, The Vintage Pearl cohosted a fun Oklahoma Blogger Meet-up!

 

We had a great group of girls hang out at TVP for awhile, and then we headed over to Pinkitzel for cupcakes!

 

Me with the wonderful Kara-Kae from The Mom Diggity! She is one of the sweetest girls I’ve ever met, and I love being able to call her a friend!

Me with Amy from Mom Spark and Melissa from Consumer Queen! We were all wearing our TVP jewelry :)

Annie helped draw the winners of our giveaways!

Thanks for your help, Annie!

Because no post about Pinkitzel would be complete without a cupcake…don’t ask me how many of those I ate last week. It’s embarassing!

 

We had a great night! It’s wonderful to connect with other bloggers. I don’t have a lot of local blogger friends, so it’s nice to be able to hang out with a group of girls that understand what I do.

 

Big thanks to Passionfruit Ads for sponsoring the event and to The Vintage Pearl and Pinkitzel for hosting us!

 

Also, thanks to Keep It Local OK, Okies Rock, Urban Wine Works, Schardein & Company, Perfectly Posh, Royal Oak Massage, and fashionABLE for their contributions!

The way they haveloved and supported me, especially this year, has been nothing short of amazing. I love them more than I can say.

 

I’m thankful for my best friends! I’m thankful for their love and support and the way they are always there for me, even though we all live in different places. I’m thankful for the phone chats, skype dates, and the weekends that never last long enough. My life would not be the same without them, and I thank God every day for them!

Jessica has been by my side for 20 years. My life would be incomplete without her!

 

Teddie is the big sister I always wanted. I’m thankful that in just a few months, she gets to be a mom!

 

Oh Neely…blogging brought us together, and I will be forever thankful for that!

 

I’m thankful for Wade, Joyce, the kids, and the Littles.

They are my second family, and they made me a part of their family from the day I met them. They are the most giving family I have ever met, and I’m so thankful to have them in my life.

 

I’m thankful for my kitty Jack!

He always brings a smile to my face, even when I’m having a bad day! I adore him!

 

I’m thankful for my TVP team!

(Haley, why aren’t you around when we take picture???)

These girls are wonderful! They make me laugh, they make me feel reeeeeally old, and they make work so much fun. I’m so thankful to have them in my life!

 

I’m thankful for my wonderful job at The Vintage Pearl! I’m so lucky to work for such amazing people, and I’m thankful for everyone who has helped me figure out this new adventure!

 

I’m thankful for the blog world!

I have met some of the most amazing people, many of them in person! I’m thankful to have a community of people that understand me and what I do. I’m thankful for the people that have prayed for me and offered me so much support through difficult times. I’m thankful for a place to just be me. I’m thankful for YOU!

 

I’m thankful for the new year that’s coming! I have a feeling 2013 is going to be pretty fabulous!

 

Oh, and I’m thankful for Dr. Pepper and dark chocolate M&Ms :)

 

What are you thankful for? Link up your thankful posts with Neely and me!

 

 

WE WILL BE HAVING SUNDAY SOCIAL NEXT WEEK! We know most of you will be spending time with your families, but we will still be here! Get your posts scheduled early!

 

This week’s questions are all about 4′s!

 

1. Name 4 jobs you’ve had in your life.

2. Name 4 movies you would watch over and over.

3. Name 4 places you have lived.

4. Name 4 of your favorite foods.

5. Name 4 things you always carry with you.

6. Name 4 places you have been on vacation.

 

I hope you all have a wonderful Sunday!

When I squished it on Tuesday, I checked the napkin and there was no evidence of a spider. He’s probably still in there, plotting his attack.

 

…to be a little worried about how much sleep I’m not going to get in the next few weeks.

 

…to get a little bit giddy picking out Disney Princess birthday decorations for a three year old :)

 

…and, to have maaaaybe watching this video five or six times in a row…

Seriously, best tour announcement EVER!

 

What’s Ok with you this week? Link up with Neely and Amber!

Hey y’all!

 

Today I wanted to share a few posts by YOU that I have loved over the last few days!
 



Love Moves: Angie shared a beautiful post about the first day of her and her daughters’ Compassion trip to Peru.

Dr. Oz & Dr. Pepper: My momma wrote about trying to overcome her Dr. Pepper addiction becuase of an episode of Dr. Oz!

 

A Consolation Cat Fetching Video: I wish my cat was as cool as Meg’s. He’s pretty fantastic!

 

Politics and Playgrounds: The BEST political post to come out of the election craziness! Seriously Jenn, I LOVE this!

 

Thankful: A beautiful post from Rebekah on being thankful!