Good Ideas

I have a four year old friend named Will. The other day we had a conversation. It went like this

"Hey Will, you are growing up so fast. You are getting old. What do you want to do before you get old?"

"You mean before I'm six?"

"Yeah. What do you want to so with your life before you are old?"

"I want to take the training wheels of my bike and play with my friend Jake"


Sounds like a great idea to me.

So Long Summer...

It's the first day of fall.
Every since I was a little girl, summer has always been my favorite time of year. I love getting in a car so hot you can't touch anything. I love wearing tank tops, sandals, and sunglasses everyday. I love playing in the sprinklers and watching soccer games and not freezing. I love driving at night with the windows down. I hate when Summer ends. I always feel like there are things I didn't get to do, outfits I forgot to wear , or events that I missed out on.

This year has been especially bad. I missed dinners with friends, outdoor concerts, birthday parties, farmers markets, bridal showers, family dinners and much more. I worried Rowan would forget who I was. I couldn't even go to school. I was so tired all summer I barely remember it. Especially July. What a waste. And on top of it my feet ache so constantly that it made it hard to go on summer walks.

Thus I've decided I won't lose my fall too. I want to go to Halloween parties, carve pumpkins, see friends who come to town and drink hot chocolate. I want to have time to do my homework. I want to watch the leaves change and be awake enough to enjoy it. I want to go on fall walks and crunch the fallen leaves with my feet.

So, I'm making some changes.

When I think of the happiest time of my life, summer/fall 2009 is always the first time to come to mind. Not because I was making loads of dough, this was in fact one of the brokest times of my life, but because I had time. I had time to spend with all my friends. Time to keep my car and room clean. Time to sleep, read books, watch movies with my cats, and go to dinner with my mom. Time to sit outside and feel the sun on my face, hear the leaves crunch or play in the snow. The older I get the more I realize how important it is to choose how you spend your time wisely. Money is great. I would love to have more of it, but I also would also like to look back on my life and think I choose to spend my time doing things I love and being with the people I care about. Not crying everyday then spending 8 hours in the dark corner of a department store, only seeing the sun when I went to eat lunch. A friend of mine who's life I always envied used to say: "Work to live, don't live to work". He's right. Life is short. If I die tomorrow, it will be people at my funeral, not shoes, coats, or fancy cars. When I die I want people to say I had time for them when they needed me, I could pick them up from the airport, and they loved having dinner with me. I want them to say, that the memories we made were amazing. Not that I had a "great" job that consumed all my time and that they never saw me. I want to feel happy again.
I'm pretty scared and not sure how I'll do it, but,like I said, I'm making some changes...stay tuned and wish me luck.

Some Happenings

I'm sorry. I have been the worst blogger ever this summer. The absolute worst! Blame Nordstrom. It is pretty much is sucking me dry. Anyhow, here are some important happenings I forgot to report on.

Jessica got married! So we fist pumped.

Scotty....

...and Spencer came to town!

We all had a VERY fun week.

Jeremiah and I took this picture where we both have giant green eyes.

I made Kate go to Meet The Team Day with me. She has so much patience.

I Finally got to go eat snacks with this two fantastic ladies.

*Also I ate a lot of Gazpacho from the Dodo, rescued a man and a cat in one night, spoke in a British accent for like 3 hours one time, and wore strappy flat sandals almost every day.
I'm going to miss the summer....

Two Cups.

Image via Le Love

For as long as I can remember my bra size has been a 34B I've had Victoria's Secret measure me several times and I've always been a 34B. I have not had any major weight gain or lost any major weight.

Turns out Victoria's Secret is run by a bunch of idiots.

I have never felt bras fit right. But I always just thought I had weird boobs. My bras have always gaped at the top and I thought it was because I just had small boobs. My back has always hurt, and my bras seem to need to be replaced every month. Well, I've noticed the under wire on my bras bending. Finally I went and asked my assistant manager and Nordstrom who used to work in lingerie about it. She informed me I am in fact not a 34B I am a 32D!!! Two other people that work in lingerie said the same thing. That's way off. I maybe cried. I have a least $500 worth of unworn VS Biofit bras that they won't give me my money back on. I don't want store credit, because I don't plan on shopping there ever again.

After this happened to me several more girls in my department went to get measured. Every single girl, that had previously been fit by VS was wearing the wrong size. Most were, like me, off by at least 2 cup sizes.

While I am pleased to finally be wearing a bra that fits correctly, I am extremely frustrated at VS. You would never wear shoes that fit wrong so why wear a bra that didn't fit right. Ladies, please go see a fit specialist at Nordstrom. And don't think it will cost more then VS. Many of their bras are under $40 and right now through the 31st, for the sale they have really great bras around $25. Please do yousrself this one favor.

Last Friday Night

Well friends, its been awhile. Don't hate on me to hard. I've been working like 400 hours a week! Thankfully I got a chance to go up to Park City Friday night and spent some time with my favorite people! Pictured Here:

We had a delicious dinner at Maxwells, followed by some time spent at Silver lounge then we finished up at The Downstairs. While at the downstairs we ran into some of Courtney's friends and an improtu "serious" photo shoot commenced. Courtney and Eric were much better at it then me and Scott.

I love this one. It looks like a fashion shoot.
So dramatic.
We however sucked at dramatic. Hence this ridiculous photo that resulted when someone yelled. "Do Abercrombie!"

Oye Vie.

For Pinky

Celebs just love me and Pinky. Here we are with Joe Manganiello one of the stars of True Blood.

Why we are in pretty muchthis whole video, I have no idea...
But seriously, how nice is Joe?

Best. Video. Ever.

Sometimes I'm in movies with famous people.
Sometimes I'm in love with those famous people.
Just watch from 0:10-0:20.

This will totally make the cut when I edit our wedding video.
Please don't judge me when you hear the pure desperation in my voice when I shreak "Thank you SO much". (why am I so nasely?!?!)
It's a shame you can't hear any of the sweet nothings he whispered to me do to the wind.
God bless You Tube.
Anyone know how I can save this video forever somehow?

Fourth Of July Fun!

See this dude:

He is kinda ridiculously hot. He also happens to be one of my favorite soccer players ever. He played for the USMNT during the last world cup. His name is Benny Feilhaber. Well his club team used to be overseas, but this year he signed a contract with the New England Revolution.

Now see me with him!!! WINNING!

Hope you all had a safe and happy Holiday!

Ride Of Our Lives

So how many Nordstrom employees can you fit on a bike taxi and still be able to pedal around downtown? Turns out four. Four plus one RSL employee. ;) Last Saturday we had a girls night out where we started at Red Door, headed to Gracie's, then somehow ended up letting this Justin Bobby type hot guy give us a ride on his bike taxi.

What a ride! We felt the wind in our hair, screamed when we thought we were going to die, and laughed A LOT. It was so fun to head out with some great old friends and some fun new ones.


Here we are pictured with our driver. Who's name I can't recall...

Arts Festival

Last Friday Allison and I headed down to the Utah Arts Festival. I always find it a bit over rated and usually only end up going because someone wrangles free tics. But, this year, I bought my first piece of art!

How awesome possum is my new Kermit The Frog portrait! I Think its fantastic. Yay Art!

Summer Lunchin'

When my little Fraggle was just 3 months old Trixi and I took him to Carlucci's for lunch and the flowers were so pretty naturally, a photo op in sued.

Fast forward almost one year to the day we ate there before, and we ended up on the Carlucci's porch again. It was a total coincidence. I can't believe my Fraggle is 15 months old! His personalty shows more and more each week.

Pig Kisses! You better believe I am teaching that kid love animals as much as I do.

Birthday

So as it turns out I went ahead and had a birthday. I turned 29. I am pleased to report that a had a splendid showing for my birthday lunch at The Dodo. Lunch was delish.



After Lunch Mayra and I got pedis the rolled over the RSL vs Vancouver game.
That was followed by a bit of bacon shakin' at Gracie's then even more bacon shakin' at a late night surprise dance party.

Thanks to all the sent Happy Birthday messages!!! XOXO

PS for those who noticed, yes< I did change outfits 3 times. Its not like I don't have plenty of clothes...

Class of 2011

One of my fave miniatures ever, is no longer miniature!!! The lovely and talented Ms. Jenny Fizer graduated high school last week! Seriously I love this girl like a sister and couldn't be more proud! My little Jenny is not so little anymore!

Here we are at my birthday a few years back. How adorable are we?

How old school/ridiculous is this. Little Jenny must of been like 11 or 12. Those of you who know who the dude is know why its ridiculous...

Here she is all graduated!!! I j'adore her so much I can't stand it.

Groupshot of Jenny and her "moms"! :)

CONGRATS JENNY!!!!

Gift Idea

Well friends as I'm sure you are all aware, my birthday is rapidly approaching, (Hint June 4th Hint) Well, search no further for my perfect gift. Here it is:


Purchase Here

I'll be anxiously awaiting James Franco with a bow on his head. Literally.
:)

PS Shout out to Kali for finding this little gem...

Obsessions

Hi.
I am OBSESSED with the dress from Rachel Roy's line for Macy's. This pic does not do it justice. It so cute. I'm so obsessed, I forked over the dough and bought it yesterday. Don't judge I needed a cute Birthday dress. Sometimes a girl deserves something nice!

I want pale pink jeans. I want! I want! I've seen them in every magazine, But it was this shot of Cameron Diaz that sold me. I have a khaki blazer I have a white burnout tee. I just need the damn pants. Thus far I cannot find a pair in SLC. The search continues...
These Stem v necks from Nordys are fantastic. So soft, and long in the back! They fit like a dream! Love Love LOVE!!


This oh so adorable $128 L.A.M.B. Bag hangs out on a display right next to my department at Nordys. And everyday it shouts: "Buy me Heidi! Buy me!" So far I've resisted. I don't know how much longer I can hold out.

Spring Things

5 things I'm totally obsessed with this spring. Get on board people. Get. On. Board.

Pippa Middleton.
This girl is amazing. She is completely hot, has fantastic hair and great style. I want Prince Harry to ditch Chelsea Davey and hook up with her so bad. I want her wardrobe. I'm telling you Pippa is the new Kate.

True Blood. But especially Ryan Kwanten on True Blood.
Homeboy is a fantastic actor. He steals the show almost ever episode. And the show is surprising good. Thanks to Netflix/Pinky I'm on board. I just finished season one last night, and I'm dying for season two to arrive! It really does hurt so good.
Chocolate Coconut Frappachino from Starbucks.
Chocolate plus coconut. I don't really need to go on. They had me at coconut.
Maroon Five+Adam Levine+No Clothes=Never Gonna Leave This Bed.
Adam Levine is beyond hot. If I wasn't already promised to James Franco, I'd being saving myself for Adam Levine. The video and song our awesome. Its my new ring tone.
Zella Leggings from Nordstrom.
This are the most fantastic leggings on the planet. My friend Alisha calls them "God's gift to woman." If I could figure out a way to incorporate them into every outfit everyday I would. They fit perfect. make your legs look great, and are beyond comfy.

Hey There

My new kitten is totally adorable in her harness.

That is all.
Have a nice Tuesday.

Heaven Sent A Hurricane

Hey Kid. Happy 29th Birthday. I miss you every single day. Hope you are finally happy wherever you are.


The Light

In the morning it comes
Heaven sent a hurricane
Not a trace of the sun
But I don't even run from rain

Beating out of my chest
Heart is holding on to you
From the moment I knew
From the moment I knew

You were the air in my breath
Filling up my love soaked lungs
Such a beautiful mess
Intertwined and overrun

Nothing better than this
Ooh, and then the storm can come
You feels just like the sun
Just like the sun

And if you say, "Be alright"
I'm gonna trust you, babe
I'm gonna look in your eyes
And if you say, "Be alright"
I'll follow you into the light
- Sara Bareilles,

Its Been Awhile

Okay, Okay. I admit it. I've been a bit of a homebody lately. Well, yesterday I finally rallied. I don't know if it was the warm weather or what but I left the house and went to... wait for it... A bar! Life shattering news I know. Mayra, Allison, and I met up with Chops, and a friend I haven't seen in FOREVER Kenny! We spent the night at Gracie's catching up and joking around. I guess its a good thing I finally ventured out!

Please note the kid in the back. He's super shocked at something.


Kenny!
At home the shirt felt like a good choice. In all the pics, it looks like my clothes don't fit. Outfit fail.
This was right after a large and in charge Mexican gangsta' rapped to us. Please note: This is not the way to our hearts.