Monday, October 22, 2012

European Adventure - Recap!


I finally finished my last European Adventure post (sniff sniff), and a part of me became so sad!  I know we will remember this trip for the rest of our lives, but I just wish I could replay every single moment over and over again!  
I thought I would do a little recap of the cities that we visited over our month-long vacation....
just in case you missed any of the posts:








FLORENCE {1 and 2}



ROME {1 and 2}



If you plan to visit any of these cities - please let me know! I'd love to share my thoughts and recommendations!!

XOXO

Friday, October 19, 2012

Friday Five

1. Fall Weather 
How amazing is this weather?!  Here in the Northeast (still can't believe I live here!), the cooler temperatures are here to stay, and I'm loving it.  Leaves are changing colors, falling from the trees, and the scarves and boots are on :)

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{morning walks around downtown Princeton}
pics via Instagram- emily8463


2. Fall Fashions
My new wool floppy hat!  Found it at Marshalls for just $14.99!  
And the perfect mustard sweater :)

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And this fashionista from Pinterest (it kind of looks like Megan to me!) inspired an recent outfit of mine!

{faux} fur

Mustard tunic, black leggings, and a faux fur vest!  LOVE!

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More mustard and faux fur, you ask??
Ok, fine.

I got this fun Zara vest from a consignment store with the tags still on :)  Originally $79 and got it for $24!  And I found these dark greek skinnies at H&M for only $12.95!  They have tons more colors too.

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(sweater, pants, booties, Zara vest)

I tweeted this outfit pic and one of my FAVORITE fashionistas tweeted me back! 
Day. Made.

3. Philly Cheese-steaks
My parents drove through last weekend for a quick visit and we spent the afternoon in Philadelphia - exploring, shopping, and eating!  We had the BEST philly cheese-steaks and Ruben sandwiches at the Reading Terminal Market!     



4. New Recipes
I had one of my best weeks of recipes last week - every meal was a HUGE hit with me and the hubs.  Here a few of the highlights :)


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Chicken Lettuce Wraps 
(recipe to come!)

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5. Target Loves
I've recently scored a few lovely treats from Tar-jay!  
This bright pink pullover has been a part of my weekly daily wardrobe.  I am so impressed with the quality and material of it - it reminds me so much of the Lululemon pullovers.

C9 by Champion® Women's Premium 1/4 Zip Jacket - Assorted Colors

Eeeeek - I'm so excited about these leather boots from Target!  I just ordered them yesterday, so I haven't received them yet.  But they are modeled after the Frye Harness boots, and I am a huge fan!  I believe they are only on the website, but at $60, shipping is free :)





What have been your highlights of the week??
XOXO

Wednesday, October 17, 2012

European Adventure - Rome {2}

Here we have it!  The last post of our European Adventure!  The last city we visited was the magnificent and historic Rome, Italy.  
We had the most wonderful time exploring the Colosseum, ancient ruins, Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, and much more.  Our best friends from Memphis, Spencer and Katie, were able to join us on this leg of our trip, and it ended up to be the most perfect ending to our vacation!  
{see Part 1 for the first part of our tour through Rome}

there is truly nothing like the Colosseum - it is incredible! 

best group ever!





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the beautiful Pantheon

Delicious dinner at Pizzeria de Baffeta


Our last night - at the breathtaking Trevi Fountain






My love!  And best travel partner ever!
What an incredible journey we had through our European Adventures - it was definitely a trip of a lifetime, and one that we will cherish forever!


Monday, October 15, 2012

A Birthday Wish



HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO THE GREATEST DAD IN THE WORLD!
I love you so much and I am so grateful for you. All of your advice, encouragement, love, and selflessness truly has shaped and molded me into the woman that I am today.  My birthday wish for you is that you know how loved you are.  And how proud I am to call you my dad. 





Thank you for all that you do to support me and John.  You have been such a wonderful father and father-in-law.  John looks up to you so much and he has learned so much from you.  You have been such an excellent model of a loving husband and father.  


So happy we could celebrate with you this week.  Thank you for coming to visit and for always being up for an adventure!  I know I get that side of me from you!  :)


I love you!  May this year be the best one yet!  
Love, 
your (always) little girl