Seersucker and Mint Juleps

Last weekend we got all gussied up for a good cause and I put on a hat I'm trying to convince myself I'll wear again.

MS, on the other hand, informed me he was definitely wearing this outfit to a wedding this summer.

Through the years we've had a few opportunities to go to Derby parties, but something always got in the way. Much like my hat did all night.

The seersucker made quite the impression, as MS made the top 3 for most daper gentleman. He worked it.

Snack Time

Gather round and put your nap cots up. It's snack time.

I've never moved away from this K-4 staple and I hope you haven't either, because I've found some great one's lately you should definitely add to your rotation.

Long gone are the days when I burn 9300 calories a day, so I try to stick to something a little lighter.

I'm a little late to get on the greek yogurt train, but unfamiliar dairy freaks me out more than Charlie Sheen, so generally I steer clear. Big mistake. It has a thicker texture than regular yogurt, which I usually buy to feel healthy then throw out six weeks later, and the Athenos brand has fruit in a seperate compartment for you to mix in. Plus its full of protein, which makes you skinny and beautiful. Or something like that.

I finally tried the vitatops after hearing about them virtually everywhere because they were BOGO at Publix. I know you're shocked. These are great when you want something sweet. I almost like the banana nut better than the double chocolate. Great with coffee in the morning, full of protein and fiber, and right around 100 calories. These muffin tops make me happy.

Also great when you want something sweet. Antioxidants. Flavanoids. A lot of big words meaning this is a pretty good tasting snack that is pretty good for you.

And if you don't feel like a nut (sometimes you don't...) here's a great option as well. I like these with some fruit.

There you have it. The hottest in spring snacking for 2011.

It's Been A While

What a week we had last week - a royal wedding, devestating tornados and the death of Bin Laden. Pretty emotional.

This was the light outside of our apartment after some straight line winds tore through downtown.

I could not believe the amount of insulation from who knows where littering the streets around us.

We had a good friend who, just a week after having her sweet baby boy, had her childhood home destroyed.

The damage is wide reaching. There are so many ways to help and give back in what will prove to be a long recovery process. If you are a couponer, or not, I thought this was something quick and easy anyone can do while you're out to make a donation.

Meanwhile, babies were born and people still got married. Life has a way of moving on, even in the midst of crisis.

He loads the clouds with moisture; he scatters his lightning through them. At his direction they swirl around over the face of the whole earth to do whatever he commands them.

Job 37: 11-12

He is always in control.

Three Strikes You're Out

Last week, MS won a contest at his office to throw the first pitch at the company family night at the Barons.

Like any good wife, I let him warm up solo on the roof of the building while I fixed my hair.

We headed out and met his biggest fans, who thought he was playing the whole game.

I'm merely his publicist. Anytime Uncle Mac leaves, all I'm useful for is answering questions about where he is and when he's coming back. It's a glamorous job.

We ate some very questionable bbq and waited for MS to take the field.

He did great and got it across home plate - even if it was high and inside.

I mingled with the other celebrities.

After his big game, we made a stop for a celebratory drink and dinner that we could identify.

Great start to the weekend!

Fantastic Friday - Saving Cash Money

We had a great trip to Publix this week.

Spent: $57.63
Saved: $83.05

Store Coupons:$11.00
Vendor Coupons: $28.50
Sale Savings: $43.55

I'm really loving that a lot of healthier options have been on sale lately. A lot of people say you only get junk food when you coupon, but I don't think that's true.

We've done really well lately with keeping our weekly grocery budget between $50-$75. Which means more money for some splurges.

Anytime I can invest in something that makes me feel guilty for skipping runs while reminding me how slow I am, well, thats money well spent.

Hot and Spicy

We've been saying for approximately 13 years we were going to try the new Indian place down the street. Sunday, after some pool time, we decided to walk down and try it. (We live a rough life. You might have to drag me kicking and screaming out of downtown.)



MS said I looked like a crazy tourist taking all these pictures. This is the kind of treatment I get for capturing photo documentation of our date night.

Everything sounded good, but what do I know about Indian food? Probably about as much as Donald Trump knows about being president, but it's not slowing him down, so I pressed onward and ordered a chicken delicacy - chicken tandoori.

Is it dramatic to say it changed my life? Ok, then it was the best meal I've had in a long time.

It was everything I hoped for and more. Great tasting, spicy and not weird. I really have a distinguished pallet.


If you get a chance to try it, I don't think you'll be dissapointed.

Almost Wordless Wednesday - In Honor of Mrs. Smith

In honor of Mrs. Smith, who is currently in labor with a sweet baby boy, thought I would share these strawberries that I think were grown outside the Japanese nuclear plant.

Don't worry, Harrison. You can always come to our house to get strawberries if your Mom won't give you any.

Happy Birthday!