Happy Weekend!

Woo-hoo! This week has been one for the books. We had standardized testing here in Kindergarten and it was stressful! To say I am ready for the weekend is a bit of an understatement. It's going to be a busy one! 

Here is what we have going on:

Friday: I have a bunch of cupcakes to make and the Grizzlies game is on...not sure where we are watching it yet.

Saturday: Deliver the cupcakes, a family birthday party, and an early Cinco de Mayo dinner with friends at Las Delicias.

Sunday: My 5K that I have been training for...yay!! Here is hoping for sunshine and a good time!

Do you have any fun plans this weekend?

Toilet Paper

Are you one of those people that thinks all toilet paper is created equal? That was me. I usually bought the store brand (the HUGE pack) and thought nothing of it....and my husband always complains. "Why do you buy the cheap stuff?" he always asks. Hey, I'm trying to save money where I can. When I was sent the "Cottonelle Clean Routine" pack from Crowdtap, I was excited to see what all of the fuss was about. My husband was glad to finally see some good TP in the house :)

The first thing I noticed was how thick the toilet paper was. I also liked the lines that ran vertical on the paper. Now on to the way the paper works. It was amazing...much better than the store brand I usually buy. The wipes were nice too..although I was scared to put them in the toilet like you are supposed to. I really liked the toilet paper, but I doubt I will continue to buy the wipes. They are nice but not necessary. I shared my toilet paper and wipes with two friends. They were super excited to get to try these products too!

What I'm Loving Wednesday

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Joe and I got this movie from Redbox this past weekend. I thought it was good but LONG!

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Sweet Sally's first birthday was featured on Kara's Party Ideas!! I feel so honored :)

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I am so happy that it is finally May and that summer is just around the corner. I have been having so much fun picking Sally's outfits out each morning. Leg rolls and sunsuits just GO TOGETHER!

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Ok...this girl who "doesn't run" is considering signing up to run the 1/2 marathon. I have walked it twice...but this year I think I will be running it!! Yay!!

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This table is being built by my amazing (and super talented) hubby. He got some old barn wood and I cannot wait to see it styled up in my entry hall!

Thoughtful Thursday

Orpheum Summer Movie Series Announced

The list of the summer movies has been released and I am beyond excited. Grease and Sound of Music Sing-a-longs?? Count me in! Anyone interested in a Memphis Blogger night out? Mean Girls perhaps?

See the lineup and more information here.

Bahama Breeze Late Night Happy Hour, Rice Bowls, Cocktails and a Giveaway!!

What would you do if I told you I was giving away a party at Bahama Breeze...enter of course!!

I don't know about you but I need a beach in my life...soon! When I cannot take a vacation, I like to head to Bahama Breeze. 

A group of Memphis bloggers was invited to try out the new Rice Bowls and Happy Hour menu at Bahama Breeze. Now, Bahama Breeze holds a special place in my heart. Its where Joe and I had our first date (we hit it off right away!), where we cut our coconut shrimp (to be polite...hey, we were just meeting for the first time!), and where Joe ordered fish (to seem sophisticated...ha!). When I heard that we could go for free and try out new menu items, I was in!

It was raining when I got there on a Friday night...and it was prom night for a local high school. I loved seeing all the girls in their dresses. 

Well when you go to Happy Hour you have to start with cocktails, right. I started out with a Bahamarita....so good! It is Cuervo Gold Tequila, kiwi, strawberry and mango ices.  Bahama Breeze had a wonderful drink menu.

Check out the dinner menu here.

We started out with some yummy coconut shrimp and onion rings. I have had the coconut shrimp before and they never disappoint. The onion rings were delicious too...and so huge!

 I ordered the Jamaican Jerk Chicken with rice and veggies. I loved the mango salsa on top of the chicken. 

 The folks at Bahama Breeze also brought out several of their new Rice Bowls for us to try. I liked the Shrimp Creole and Asian the best. I think the Rice Bowls are good but there are so many other things on the menu that I like better. Why would I go to a island restaurant and get Asian food?

 We had SO MUCH FOOD!!!

 Our server was so sweet and drew pictures on the take out containers.

Here is a group shot of all of us.

Jaime, Jen-Marie, Natalie, Me, Misty, and Wendy

I loved meeting you ladies and cannot wait until our next meet-up!

Bahama Breeze is the perfect spot to make you feel like you are on vacation. I especially love sitting on the patio when they have the steel drum band playing...if you close your eyes and then wind is blowing...you feel like you are on an island. Pure bliss!

The late night happy hour specials are available Sunday-Thursday from 9 p.m.- close. They have specialty drinks ($4!!!) and half price appetizers. Check out the menu here

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And now for the giveaway. Bahama Breeze has graciously agreed to give away a "Cocktail Hour". That is 1 hour of free appetizers and 1 cocktail per person for up to 20 people. I think this would be perfect for a night out with friends...and when your hour is up, get a table and stay for dinner. You must be local to participate. This is for the Memphis Bahama Breeze location only. You also must make a reservation with the restaurant. 

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*Our meal/drinks were comped, but the opinions are all mine :)

Today

Sorry y'all, I just had to post this picture...because tomorrow...it's gonna be May!

Today I have a sick baby girl to take care of but while she is napping (and I am catching up on EVERYTHING!), here are some things that I am looking forward to in May. It's going to be an exciting and fun filled month.

*We have a few family birthdays to attend

* A Cinco de Mayo Dinner with our friends

*I am running the Oak Hall Run for St. Jude 5K

*Greekfest

*I will be celebrating my 2nd Mother's Day

*The Bachelorette Starts-woo-hoo!

*The Levitt Shell concerts start at Overton Park

*We are doing the Zoom Through The Zoo 5K

*Memphis in May Sunset Symphony

*We go to the beach!