Thursday, January 24, 2013

Thirsty Thursday?

With snow on the ground here this morning, I can't help but crave warm summer temps and cool summer cocktails. My go to? Gin and Tonic with rosemary and cucumber. A close second, ANYTHING with St. Germain. Maybe mixed with champagne. Can you tell I'm ready for some adult bevs?

Instead of indulging quite yet, I've been making a mental list of what will be gracing our  bar  in the next few months.



Champagne over popsicles



Gin and Grapefruit




St. Germain with Champagne


Lemon and Rosemary Champagne


Southern Peach Cocktail


Strawberry Basil Sangria


And the finish it off... Bourbon Chocolate Milkshakes



Of course, all of these should be consumed out of the perfect stemless wine glass. I can't get enough of  these {ANTHROPOLGIE FROSTED PANES TUMBLERS} 
I first saw them on Natalie's blog {here}



Wednesday, January 23, 2013

Wednesday Love

Happy Wednesday! When I woke up this morning it was 11 degrees outside!!! ELEVEN! I know I might still be running California blood, but that is just plain cold. We've got  some  snowflakes in the forecast for a few nights this week so we will see how it all pans out.

We are still waiting for Mr. Miller to make his debut but today we have our last appointment and final non-stress test. We will be walking out of the office with a PLAN. Induction isn't my dream scenario but my little love is snug and cozy. Shoot, if I knew it was 11 degrees outside I'd stay inside too!

Regardless, some things I'm loving while we wait.....


THE Nursery. Still need some additions once he's born but we did take a few cell phone pics the other night once we got the curtains hung. I need to get more complete pics soon once the final styling is done.




Great Recipes. These are 2 recipes that I've been craving lately and hopefully will be making again sometime soon. They are amazing.

Caramelized onion beer bread






Balsamic onion tart with goat cheese

     



This Painting. I need to figure out how to make this STAT. I'm loving the gold/gray combo. Would be PERFECT hanging on our very blank dining room wall.




Pinterest Love. Thanks to a few hours of lounging and browsing the last few days I've now got a large list of projects/outfits on my mind.







Source: lolobu.com via Emily on Pinterest


Source: chicisimo.com via Emily on Pinterest



Thanks to my California girlfriends, we have a very nice bottle of bubbly waiting in the fridge. Just waiting to bring our baby home so we can break into it! Cross your fingers for the end of this week! 




Monday, January 21, 2013

And the waiting begins...

Well, as this post goes to "print" as they say, I will be at the doctors for my 40+2 appointment. An ultrasound plus an hour NST, hooked up to monitors to make sure my little love is doing a-ok. Great progress has been made but he's just baking away. The child weighs 8+ lbs already so I think he's ready to make his debut.  My doctor doesn't like you to go too far past your due date so we will make a decision and see how it all goes. Baby should know that being late makes his momma anxious. I'm of the mind set that there is a greater plan and it will happen when/how it is supposed to happen.

 Late or not, I guess I'll just enjoy my last few days of uninterrupted lounging and trash tv watching. Bliss I tell ya. Today I got restless, so Ann came over and helped me rearrange our master bedroom. I think J gets nervous when my mom comes over, somethings always bound to happen.

A few things going though my head/pinterest board....







Source: studio3z.com via Emily on Pinterest



















Even though our babe isn't named Miller after the popular adult bev ( it's a family name on hub's side) I can't help but get the urge to include " It's Miller Time" on our birth announcements. 

So Cheers! to good news at our appointment and a sweet boy any day now!


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Monday, January 7, 2013

Misc. Monday

Good Morning lovelies! I can't believe its January 7th already....insane. I have to say though, now that all the Christmas is put away, I am loving the routine and normalcy that has returned to our house. (For at least another week or two). The holidays were wonderful but having everything cleaned up and put away makes me seriously happy.

This morning all I've got is some misc. pins and weekend happenings via lowercase letters. If your feeling random as well, head over and link up.

miscellany monday at lowercase letters


Baking. I would love to spend all day in the kitchen. Instead of getting up the energy these days to experiment, I have been pinning of ton of to-dos with certain occasions in mind. First up, Chocolate Bourbon Pound Cake. Sold yet? Looks amazing.



Organization. Now that our house is 90% organized/cleaned for baby, I'm loving this cleaning sched my sister pinned. I think with an infant it's unrealistic to think I'll be able to tackle full day cleaning projects. Daily maintenance is going to be my motto.





Confession. One of my legitimate worries ( albeit embarrassing) is going into labor without having a fresh manicure and pedicure. I'm trying to push it as long as I can so it will be newer longer. Yes, this may sound ridiculous but well done nails just make me feel better. Why can't a gal just want to ensure that she feels put together after labor?

Source: nailstah.com via Colette on Pinterest</ div>


Date Nights. Since this babe could come at any minute, we are trying to take advantage of the last "just the two of us" time. Of course we can grab babysitters in the future but it will all be different. J indulged all of my weekend dining requests. A surprise trip to Mama Zu's on Thursday, Stellas for dinner Friday, Wendy's after a weird burger craving, and Chipotle for a mexican kick. He's a real doll.





Hope everyone has a great start to the week!

























Wednesday, January 2, 2013

Lovin' much!

We are only 1 ish day in but Im pretty excited about 2013. I thought I would start the day off right with some things that I'm loving and very thankful for. 



Some much needed relaxation while ringing in the New Year. 


I got to break in my new planner and schedule a few very important dates. So soon! 



Over the long weekend we crossed a ton off my pre d-day list. Bags are even packed and hubs 
has started mopping the floors. Makes this crazy lady happy! I finally get to break in this beauty!



I'm working on getting our home organization binder up to date and more efficient for our changing schedule. This gal rocks. Her printables were just what I was looking for. 



Finally, I'm loving these sweet little man outfits. Just wait until Miller is old enough for sweaters, button ups and boat shoes!

Source: etsy.com via Emily on Pinterest
                                                          
                                                           
Source: gap.com via Emily on Pinterest



Happy Wednesday Everyone!!