Favorite Things!

One of my favorite Oprah episodes is her show of "favorite things." I always love new ideas and knowing what my friends are doing/using. So, I thought it would be fun to share a few of my favorite things with you! I hope you find my useless information... well, useful! :) Keep checking back for more of my favorite things...

Oh, I love my OPI polish! One of my very favorite neutral colors that I wear year-round is "honeymoon sweet" (pictured above) It's a classic.
Another favorite polish, especially for toes during the summer is
"strawberry margarita" (above)

Love, Love, Love this Clinique duo... like mink. Super neutral, goes with everything! You can wear it darker if you're going out, or lighter for work!

I couldn't tame this head of hair w/out "beyond shine." Spray a section of hair before flat ironing... this stuff I couldn't live without!

If you know me well enough, you know this is a staple of mine! :) I carry my Burts Bees everywhere with me! And the best thing about it, it's $4 at Walgreens! The radiance lip shimmer is my new fave color!

Lancome Definicils for the lashes. I have worn this mascara for the longest time and probably always will... never lets you down. :)

Flowerbomb Fragrance. A little pricey, but a squirt or two goes a long way!

Oh I LOVE my glide floss! My teeth are really close together so this is the only floss that gets between them! :) It's a good one, plus it comes in whitening!

Since my dentist recommended I start using ACT mouthwash 2 years ago, I haven't had a cavity! Yay! Boo cavities.

Love these running shorts b/c they don't ride up... the Nike Tempo.

And, the best running shoe hands down... the Asics Nimbus.

Tim's Combat Shoot

Soldiers from Camp Ashland took home the most awards!

A closer look at their winnings! :)
Tim's team took 1st Place in the Combat Assault Competition!

Just another day at the "office," as Tim would say!

Shooting their targets

The Army version of "shade" on a 102 degree day!

Dinner at Ryan's Bistro!

Mom & Dad

My brother & I
Dinner at Ryan's Bistro was so yummy! I highly recommend it! I ordered chicken and it had a yummy artichoke/pesto sauce on top, my dad had a scampi pasta, mom had a filet pasta and Jonny had ahi tuna salad! If you go on a weekend, you will need a reservation b/c it's a busy spot and it's pretty small inside. If you're looking for a good place for dinner and haven't been, this is a good choice! :)

P.S. Please make sure I get the "wear a bright-colored shirt" memo next time! ;)

Weekend... are you here yet?!

Although this weekend will be a short one (with only Sunday off) I am anxious for it to come! Tim actually got a phone call yesterday, he was asked to do a "combat shoot" this weekend in Hastings. He said they will be shooting rifles and machine guns which he seemed to be thrilled about!

While Tim is shooting guns, I think Wilson and I will take a trip to the lake. Saturday night my parents are coming to town and we're going to Ryan's Bistro which I am super excited about! It's a newer restaurant that everyone has been giving great reviews so I am anxious to try it out!

Last week, my mom and dad spent a day preparing 80 bags (yes, 80 bags) of sweetcorn to freeze!!! I'm so excited to get some so we can enjoy dad's tasty corn throughout the year. Yum, Yum!

Enjoy the sunshine and have a fabulous weekend everyone!

Inspiring Photos!

I just thought I'd share some fun, inspiring (to me) ideas that I have found online and collected over time. Obviously, one thing I am very passionate about is design! It's one thing I love to research when I have down time. Thought I'd share some ideas with you... Enjoy!

I never met a stripe I didn't like!




Love, Love, Love window seats!I want to be in this outdoor space right now! :)

I heart this bedroom!

Painted brick fireplace... LOVE it!

Cutest folding chairs I have ever seen!

Houndstooth... one of my faves!

These bold chairs make a statement!

Best Friends and BBQ's!

Traeton, our nephew (below)

Huston (nephew) cruisin' on his Big Wheel!
Addy (niece) offering jellybeans that taste like earwax,
skunk spray, and dirt! Hmmm, no thanks but I'm sure Uncle Tim would love one!

More of those tasty jelly beans!

This made me a little nervous, but the boys couldn't get enough of it!

Tim, June and Jaxon

It was another fun-filled weekend for us! We made the trip to Lincoln on Sunday for a BBQ at Tim's dad and step-mom's house. They have a pool which is always nice on hot, sunny, summer days!

On Monday and Tuesday, my best friend Elizabeth was in town from Chicago and stayed with us! We had so much fun together, as always. We packed so much into the day yesterday! We started the day out right with a starbucks, got pedicures, visited her grandma, stopped to check out the showhouse project, had fondue at the melting pot, went to the movie The Ugly Truth and even managed to fit in some shopping!! Whew, it was a fun day!!! If I could only talk her into moving back. I miss her so much!

Can you believe it's already time for sweetcorn!?! My dad sent some home with us and I can't wait to have my first taste of the season! His corn is the BEST! Have a great week everyone!

Welcome Home Tim!

Awww... reunited at last! :)

I think Wilson forgot to breathe for the first 5 min. upon seeing Tim!

Mail, mail, mail!

Wilson's new pillow bed!

It has been a long time coming, Tim is finally home! He's super excited to be back. He has lots of stories and lots to be thankful for (after sleeping outside for 2 weeks in a sleeping bag)! He said you don't realize the things you take for granted until they're taken away from you. Wilson and I are excited he's finally home. :)

Running Market to Market!

In October I will be running from The Old Market in Omaha to the Haymarket in Lincoln! There will be a team of 6 of us that run it relay-style. The girls I am running with are from Laurel and did the run last year, but this year is a first for me. :) I am very excited, I think it sounds like a lot of fun!

What a great weekend!

Such a happy boy at the lake! (above)

Chewing on sticks, my favorite thing!

Still chewing...

Yum, that stick tastes so good!

It doesn't get much better than this weather-wise! I'll go for 70's/no humidity in July anytime. :) It was a fun and relaxing weekend. Wilson and I spent most of it at the lake of course! On Friday night we celebrated my cousin Kim's birthday at The Melting Pot. We had so much fun doing fondue! If you haven't been, I suggest you go! It's a great place especially for a "girls night out." In Omaha, it's located at Village Pointe, here's the website... http://www.meltingpot.com/

Wilson and I ran Lake Zorinsky twice this weekend. While running, I met a fun group of girls that are training for the Kansas City Marathon in October. I would like to start running with them more regularly and possibly train for the half marathon (13.1 mi). I run quite a bit recreationally, but I think having a group of girls to run with will be more motivating to help train for a half marathon. I am excited!

We're now in the home-stretch, Tim gets home Saturday!!! It has been almost 2 weeks since we've been able to talk on the phone. I did get a letter though and he said they're camping and doing some pretty rigorous testing. He took the last required test to become an officer and passed so he was pretty excited! I'm hoping this week goes fast because I'm anxious for Saturday!

Have a good week everyone!

Designer Showhouse Website!

I have had many people asking lately about the progress of the showhouse I (along with other local designers) am working on. I thought I would share this website, it will give you a little insight to the designers showhouse. Mark it on your calendars! Hope to see you all there!
http://www.omahadesignershowhouse.com/