Yes, that's me...slacker supreme. I realize I am lucky if I get one entry out per week, things here are just so crazy. We're steadily gearing up for next weekend's costume party, in honor of one of our most favorite holidays, Halloween. The 2nd bedroom is pretty much finished (with the exception of a dresser for Mike's clothes, which still needs to be purchased). Comcast is coming tonight to install an HD/DVR box in the room & once that's done, all we need is the mount and finito!
As I mentioned, we're super busy; it seems as though we're constantly up to something. Last week I hosted my monthly book club meeting, so in between organizing the 2nd bedroom and shopping for Halloween costumes, last weekend I was busy cleaning and shopping for Tuesday's book club. On Friday of this past weekend, we hosted a small celebration at our house for my cousin's birthday. Saturday was spent running errands and then later in the evening, celebrating another birthday for a friend in the city. Sunday I was busy nursing the world's WORST hangover ever, but still somehow managed to make it to the grocery store and make homemade stuffed peppers for dinner (delish!) I even dropped off dinner to one of my longtime friends, whose life is a little stressful right now. Having gone through some of my own biznazz this year, I know how much it means when friends reach out to show their support and show that they care. I also know what it feels like when "friends" don't...and I vow never to be that kind of "friend". Everyone is super busy, the loving husband and I are no exception, yet I am never, ever too busy for people in my life who are important. So, while I didn't get a whole lot of "stuff" done yesterday, I did make a difference to someone who means a lot to me. Winner winner, chicken (actually, stuffed pepper) dinner.
So, while I would love to say that once the Halloween party is over I will have more free time to blog it up, chances of that are slim. Work is super busy since the end of the year is coming to a close and open enrollment for the 2012 benefit year is beginning. Since I am the benefit gal, the next few months (until February) are the busiest of the year. Throw in the holidays (super jazzed), with parties and planning galore, you've got yourself a socially overcommitted lady ;)
Stay tuned this week for decor pix of the house, in anticipation of Saturday! Have a great week loves!
Monday, October 24, 2011
Saturday, October 15, 2011
Busy As A Bee...
Whew, I cannot believe how quickly last week flew by! I'm finally starting to feel back to my old self and I think my cold is officially ovah (please, God, let it be so). This is my last weekend of the month that I am not slammed back to back with obligatory functions, so one would think I would spend this one last blissfully free weekend relaxing and doing nothing but enjoying myself...
Yeah right, I wish.
Instead, I have packed this weekend with chores and to-do's and everything else in between to get Casa Batch party worthy in preparation of our Halloween soiree. I woke up crack ass this morning (on a Saturday, mind you) to get my arse to the gym. Immediately following, the loving husband and I headed down to the North side to peruse vintage clothing stores in hopes of finding the perfect duds for our costumes. While we didn't walk away with any amazing finds, we did have a fantastic afternoon. We must have walked a minimum of 2 miles through the Lakeview, Lincoln Park, Roscoe Village, Andersonville & Boys Town neighborhoods. We walked down Roscoe, down the beautiful tree lined streets, the colors of fall and the smell of leaves surrounding us as we talked about our dreams of buying a brownstone of our own. We snagged Nottoli on the way home for our fav Italian subs and then got down to business!
Not that kind of business you dirty birds, the business of reorganizing my house, specifically my 2nd bedroom! We finally set up the daybed, complete with the new slipcover and throw pillows I snagged from one of my all-time fav stores, TJ Maxx. After rearranging and reorganizing the linens, positioning and repositioning the fab chair we picked up from Pier 1 last Wednesday, we finally got the room into some semblance of order. We ended this most amaze day with a trip to Target in search of a set of walkie talkie's for our godson's birthday, and also ended up with a new LED, LCD flat screen for the room. Now all we need is a dresser for Mike's clothes (that, at this very moment, remain on the floor of the 2nd bedroom), and the room is officially d.o.n.e. Whoop whoop.
So while there's still a bit a lot of cleaning to do in the dining room, and crafts that need to be made (yes, I have been known to make my own holiday decorations, a la Martha Stewart), and one godchild's birthday to attend (at JumpZone, nonetheless...kill me now), I must be done by tomorrow night since Tuesday I'll be hosting my monthly book club. Next weekend consists of dinner & drinks Friday night for my cousins bday, Saturday afternoon an Oktoberfest party at a friend's house, followed by another friend's birthday party in Wicker Park, so clearly I'll have little time to clean & prep for our Halloween party on the 29th.
I need a nap just thinking about it all. I suppose, however, if my biggest worry is being too socially obligated due to functions where I will my spend time among great family & friends, then I'll take it ;)
Yeah right, I wish.
Instead, I have packed this weekend with chores and to-do's and everything else in between to get Casa Batch party worthy in preparation of our Halloween soiree. I woke up crack ass this morning (on a Saturday, mind you) to get my arse to the gym. Immediately following, the loving husband and I headed down to the North side to peruse vintage clothing stores in hopes of finding the perfect duds for our costumes. While we didn't walk away with any amazing finds, we did have a fantastic afternoon. We must have walked a minimum of 2 miles through the Lakeview, Lincoln Park, Roscoe Village, Andersonville & Boys Town neighborhoods. We walked down Roscoe, down the beautiful tree lined streets, the colors of fall and the smell of leaves surrounding us as we talked about our dreams of buying a brownstone of our own. We snagged Nottoli on the way home for our fav Italian subs and then got down to business!
Not that kind of business you dirty birds, the business of reorganizing my house, specifically my 2nd bedroom! We finally set up the daybed, complete with the new slipcover and throw pillows I snagged from one of my all-time fav stores, TJ Maxx. After rearranging and reorganizing the linens, positioning and repositioning the fab chair we picked up from Pier 1 last Wednesday, we finally got the room into some semblance of order. We ended this most amaze day with a trip to Target in search of a set of walkie talkie's for our godson's birthday, and also ended up with a new LED, LCD flat screen for the room. Now all we need is a dresser for Mike's clothes (that, at this very moment, remain on the floor of the 2nd bedroom), and the room is officially d.o.n.e. Whoop whoop.
So while there's still a
I need a nap just thinking about it all. I suppose, however, if my biggest worry is being too socially obligated due to functions where I will my spend time among great family & friends, then I'll take it ;)
Friday, October 7, 2011
Whew, What A Week!
After staying home from the j.o.b. on both Monday & Tuesday due to being sicky sick sick, then suffering through the remainder of the work week, I've finally made it to Friday! And not a moment too soon.
This weekend will consist of LOTS of R&R people, make no mistake about it. Tonight, I will be whipping up a delish turkey lasagna for my family, followed by homemade, triple chocolate madelbrot's. We'll be rounding out the night at the in-laws, relaxing around the fire pit in their spacious backyard (with a nice glass of wine, obvi). Tomorrow is a spa day; mani/pedi and facial for sure and I may even throw in a massage for good measure. Maybe I'll even hit up the gym in the morning if I'm feeling up to it (working out with a cold is the WORST and while I managed to push through last night's workout, it was not fun).
Sunday I should probably clean my house. The cleaning lady is supposed to be coming next week, and I clearly have to clean before she comes. You know how I roll.
Hope your weekend is shaping up to be as stellar as mine. Happy Friday cuties!
This weekend will consist of LOTS of R&R people, make no mistake about it. Tonight, I will be whipping up a delish turkey lasagna for my family, followed by homemade, triple chocolate madelbrot's. We'll be rounding out the night at the in-laws, relaxing around the fire pit in their spacious backyard (with a nice glass of wine, obvi). Tomorrow is a spa day; mani/pedi and facial for sure and I may even throw in a massage for good measure. Maybe I'll even hit up the gym in the morning if I'm feeling up to it (working out with a cold is the WORST and while I managed to push through last night's workout, it was not fun).
Sunday I should probably clean my house. The cleaning lady is supposed to be coming next week, and I clearly have to clean before she comes. You know how I roll.
Hope your weekend is shaping up to be as stellar as mine. Happy Friday cuties!
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