Sat.

The Hubster came to me Thursday night with an idea. He said,"Why don't we have an us night tomorrow night?" My reply..."Isn't everynight usually an us night?" ((((I think that response wasn't the one he was hoping for.))) It was really sweet. Unfortunately, our us night got moved to today. Last night, we met up with his new co-workers at a Bowling Alley in Nashville. It was a blast. I really think he's gonna fit in just fine with everyone. Luckily, everyone is pretty much our age. I'm so excited for him!

So, the plan for "Us Day"....?? Well, I looked in to getting a couple's massage, but we both decided to wait for another time with that one. Instead, we are heading to Anchor High Marina (One of my fav-O-rites!), and to see a movie. I'm thinkin' about that Time Traveler's Wife one...but I don't know yet. I may see what's playing. I have heard a few negatives about that. I may decide just to rent it. And, I think we may head to S&K Men's Store to get the Hubster some new dress clothes! At this branch, he's gonna have to wear an actual suit...jacket and all!

Anyways! Hope everyone has a fabulous weekend! Till then...

Crock Pot and Testing

I have never been so impressed in my entire life! Well, maybe that's a tad be dramatized (I do have that family characteristic!), but I am indeed impressed. It's crazy how something you have grown up seeing is so intriguing when it's your own, and your actually using it. Enough with the rambling. I am talking about my beloved Crock Pot I recieved from my parents 8 mths ago as a wedding present. I'm sad that I am just now getting around to using it. Tonights meal was Banquet's Crock Pot Classics Beef PotRoast. I prepared this morning before I left...cooked it on low for about 10 hours, and came home to a house filled with a delicious aroma. I will definitely be preparing this again...and I look forward to trying some new recipes in my beloved crock pot!

On to a much less happier topic...I took my Teller 2 Mastery Test, and the results were just...ugh. Yes, I failed it. I don't know if hearing that everyone I have spoke to has said they failed it the first time makes me feel any better, or if I am just frustrated that I plain out did not pass it. No raise this time, and no check in my hand (when passing, you get a raise, and a $75 check). There is next month, so maybe then...I will be a certified Teller 2! :)

Sunday.

Hi...hi...hi!! Hope everyone has had a great weekend so far! I feel like I haven't posted in a while, so what better way to reconnect than do some randoms??

- This weekend has been pretty "un" productive. Although, I did get some laundry done.

- I really, really, really would love to have the rest of our fence done. The weather like this weekend made me wish that Kaci could play outside on her own. Instead, she had be cooped up with her parents. No fun.

- I accidentally paid off my credit card. Yes, accidentally. You ask "isn't it a good thing?" It is, and praise God funds were available, but $1800 unplanned coming out of your checking account is quite a surprise. Apparently, I clicked the wrong button when making a payment. Um yea....the husband wasn't upset surprisingly. I'm just thankful we're ok, and the money was there.

- I am counting down the days till our vacation. Seriously, everyday I realize more and more how much we need to get away.

- I'm excited about December 12th. We are gonna try and go to the UFC show in Memphis...possibly even with my sister and brother-in-law...(Angel and Bob). Bob is into the fights as much as Mike. Fun times.

- I love Toby Keith's song, "God Love Her". I'm listening to it right now, and it's one of those I could hit replay on it every time.

- Tomorrow's Monday. Ahhhh. Seriously, the weekend flys by every time.

- This year has seriously flown by. My BFF, Jaclyne and I were talking earlier today about already Black Friday this year, and hittin' up the sales again.

- Tonight I gave Kaci a bath since her procedure. She seriously doesn't know how to act!

- I seriously, am having withdrawls from my Spray Tan. Yes, I am an avid fan of SunTan City's Spray Tan. It's THE best. Well, I haven't sprayed in quite a while, and I am seeing that alot today. I feel better tan. That's all there is to it.

- I seriously think we have the cutest puppy ever.

- I made a recipe I snatched off my sister's Blog (Moments with the Mabreys) called Buffalo Chicken Pizza...and it was quite delicious. My husband had seconds...and the portions were quite large to begin with. That's a great sign!

- Is it Friday yet??

Whatcha Think??

I was feelin' a bit crafty lastnight while in cleaning mode. We have had this what used to be a picture frame with hooks. For the longest time, I had it by our back door with nothing in it...no glass nothing. You could see the wall that it hung on. Make sense??

So....I took some paper (scrapbook paper) and this is what it turned out to look like. I hung it over our sink in the kitchen, and I am still kind of up in the air about it. I need some opinions. :)


This is what it looks like all together....


This is what is on each side frame...


And finally the center...

My New Favorite

You know, it really doesn't hurt having a mother who sells Avon products. A couple weeks ago my mom gave us girls some products that had just come out. It was the Skin So Soft Soft and Sensual Lotion & Body Wash. I absolutely LOVE it!! Forget buying those over priced body washes at Kroger or where ever (like I do)...I'm about to stock up!!

Reunion Recap

We had a great time Saturday at the Hall's Family Reunion (My hubby's side of the family). It was a little overwhelming though considering just how many people I had never met due to them living all over that place like Michigan, Minnesota, and several other places. I must have hugged a million and one different people. Everyone was so welcoming, friendly, and full of laughter.

I thought one thing that they do was really cool. Everyone brings a non-parrishable item (can good, cleaning item, etc) and they put it in a big box. Who ever's name gets drawn takes home this huge grocery-give-away prize! I can't remember who it was that won it, I just know it was alot of stuff! Mike won $50 and I won a golfer's prize pack (Mike of course got that!).


The "In Loving Memory" Table full of sweet family members who have passed on.


Such a great job they did on singing and playing the instruments. There were a few people who danced!


Sweet Baby Tobi....This made me want to get another puppy for Kaci!


Mike and his sweet Aunt, Louann...I just love her!


The kiddos in line for the Pinata!!


Papa Ronnie (My FIL) trying to beat Mike at Ping Pong. I have never laughed so much!


Kathy and Cameron....he's so precious!



Matt (Mike's cousin), Amy (his wife), Mike and myself. (I hate this picture of me!) And I promise you...we did not coordinate matching colors!!

Let's just say Mike and I left there full and tired!! What a great time!

Summer Love.

This is my new Summer treat...also known as my new Summer Love. It's definitely worth indulging in during these hot August days. I'd definitely say is better than the Hubby's Chocolate Moose Tracks!! :)