Blog Everyday Catch Up (Days 1,2,3,)

I'm late starting this, but better late to the party than never right?

Day 1

My Life Story in 250 Words

I'm Sarah...born and raised in a suburb of Memphis, TN. I'm in my early thirties (although I feel like I am 25!) and I am a wife, mother, and sister. I had close a close to perfect childhood. My parents loved each other and we all ate together as a family every night. We lived in the same house for my whole life (except when I went away to college). My dad still lives in the house...which is comforting and sad at the same time. The best memories from growing up involve summer camp, taking walks with my friends, playing in the backyard and working lots of jobs. I cared too much about what people thought in high school and totally came out of my shell in college where I had the most amazing time and met some of my best friends. I am a proud ZTA alum!! After a series of failed relationships, I met my hubby off of Match.com. We hit it off right away and we were engaged 6 months later, married a year after that (we have been married for almost 7 years now). The worst time came a few years later when my mother died of cancer. Fast forward a few more years and I became a mother...the most important job in my life. I love to travel, craft, antique and cook/bake. I am enjoying life and never take a day for granted! I am a teacher, a baker (Monkey Bread Bakery) and a Travel Agent for Gateway to Magic. Life is good!

Day 2

Something I Am Good At

Ever since I was little, I have had a fascination with parties....especially the goody bags. I called them "sacks" and would wonder where they were at every party until the birthday child's mom passed them out. As you can imagine, when it was my birthday, my good bags had to be amazing. Fast forward several years and here I am still loving the planning and throwing of parties. All the little details excite me. I tend to go all out and love it every single step of the way!! 

Day 3

Things That Make Me Uncomfortable

-Being in the back of a van or that little buggy thing that takes you to the top of the St. Louis arch. I wouldn't say I'm claustrophobic but certain situations make me uneasy!

-I do not like when I feel like people are talking bad about me (who does!?)
-People who yell or hit their kids in public...it's REALLY hard for me to nit step in!

-The sad, sad, videos of animals on TV (In the arms of an angel....no!!!)

-Talking in front of groups of people. I can talk in front of twenty 5 year olds everyday with no problem...but give me adults and I freak out!!

Forever 21

I saw the funniest thing on Buzzfeed today...seriously...story of my life!

Check it out here!

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.