Y’all.  Prepare yourself.  Because my husband is watching the Kansas basketball game and I am trying to be nice by staying in the room and “watching” too, so basically this is just a full brain dump of the most random thoughts ever.

:: ONE :: 
A brief update and continuation on Real Housewives of Beverly Hills from Coffee Talk :
I said yesterday in Coffee Talk that when Rinna accused Dorit yesterday of everyone leaving the table to do cocaine that I was shocked. And that I thought it was such a load of BS because I felt there is no way in the world Dorit would be doing that.  But I have gotten lots of feedback from readers and through today’s podcasts that I may be very blind, deaf, and dumb.

For one, yes, I can actually totally see PK doing cocaine and I just hadn’t even thought of him during the accusation.  But with PK, I guess I could see it being an option.  Also, apparently I am dumb to thing that 10 people leaving a table could possibly mean anything else but cocaine in the bathroom.

But I was just thinking that like, the women went to reapply lipstick and the men all went to pour a scotch, but if that was the case, why weren’t Rinna and The Little Old Man included?  Soooo thanks for opening my eyes to the possible truth.  (but still… am I naive for thinking Dorit would never?)

RIP Whitney. I miss your reality show every day.

:: TWO ::
I always tape the 10 o’clock hour of the Today Show because it’s so educational stupidly good and I love me some KLG and Hoda.  (Thank GAWD KLG is back because I couldn’t handle another week without EITHER of them there.)  This week there was some segment about “too much of a good thing” and they said that too much water is bad for you.  So, I know that obviously downing tons of water is bad because you can drown yourself (I think we’ve all heard about the hazing story of that). However, they said that you are having too much water if your urine is clear.

What?!? I was always told that’s how you know you’ve had enough water.  My urine is clear every day? And quite easily; it doesn’t take chugging water to the face to do it.  So now I’m scared that I’m killing myself slash couldn’t care less because there’s no way I could drink less.  I do think I have a problem with an unquenchable thirst mechanism though….. but I’ve yet to have a doctor tell me something is wrong.
Aren’t you so THRILLED with this topic and story? Me too.  Moving on…..

:: THREE ::
I talked about my love of the summer beach hats on Wednedesday, and I stumbled across this site, Born + Made, with adorable custom bags/hats/you name it. This would be such a cute gift for a bride-to-be!

:: FOUR :: 
I don’t remember what I was watching, but they were talking about “Netflix and Chill” and its true meaning.  I’ve probably said Netflix and chill several times on the blog previously, with my intention being I’m literally going to watch Netflix by myself like a lazy ass on the couch, and now I realize it’s about sex? Like, strictly about sex?

I guess La La saying this should have clued me in….

I thought it was only sometimes and only meaning “I’m lying when I say I just want to watch Netflix but really I’m hoping for more”?  Is this true?? I’m so stupid.  I am not ashamed to share most things on this blog, but this is just embarrassing.

:: FIVE ::

HELP! We have a current infestation of boxelder bugs sunning themselves on the front of our house.  In the past week, they have moved from the front of our house to the warmth of our front door, which does not bode well for trying to enter and exit your own home.  So… I was wondering if any of you have had any problems with the same thing? Because our pest control guy said there isn’t really anything he can do about it.  You all are always so helpful with everything else so I just had to ask!

you should see me trying to kill them…. spraying and running as if they are trying to eat me.

:: LINK LOVE :: 

Fixer Upper is getting a Spin Off!! hasthtag PREACH!

This under $40 (or under $30 with code) jacket just arrived on my doorstep and I’m in love.

I am so obsessed with this beautiful sweater.  This makes me okay about cooler temperatures coming back, plus it would be a classic sweater year after year.

How to clean your make-up brushes with household products.  Because let’s be honest, my makeup brushes are washed even less frequently than my bras.  No shame.

Perfect Spring Dresses :
floral under $30  //  lace under $100 // under $35 in all new colors (I have 3!)  // under $60 and love for day or night // $100 and available in two bold pastels

Just when we think we have seen it all from Goop, they shock us once again with this s-e-x article.
(editors note: Mom. Don’t click it.)

A tank to live in all summer, in 5 colors, under $20! And until the crazy summer heat, we can wear this sweater tank.

A perfect combination of two of this years best trends.  

I saw this segment on TV about magnetic lashes and my mind is blown!

This wedding guest ready dress has been restocked in all sizes!

I am determined to make this healthy cookie dough this weekend. I already have all of the ingredients on hand! but I am also determined to find myself a girl scout this weekend and attack them for all of their tagalongs…. so…. balance? 

Love the tie front and back buttons on this adorable top.

I strangely love reading about people’s daily routines. Kristen Bell shares hers, along with a perfect morning drink and trick to kick any sickness.

I love a maxi and nothing is more flattering than a wrap dress. Perfect combination in a fun print. 

Cheers to Friday my loves!
Let’s all strut into the weekend like Camille walking… well… frankly any-damn-where.

Did you hear she is likely back as a full timer next season? Please Please Please!

Happy St. Patrick’s Day!!!!

St. Patrick’s Day Cocktail via Style Me Pretty . See the recipe here. 

 This is one of my favorite holidays – especially with all of the celebrations we used to have in Chicago!  I had serious FOMO seeing all of the Chicago celebrations last weekend and the river dyed green – this weekend holds some of my favorite memories.

Luckily, we are flying to NYC this morning to see friends and spend the weekend with them! (I am milking the perks of Kip traveling + me having a Southwest Companion pass to the fullest.)  And I found my stick on green mustaches from the party we hosted last year at our place in Chicago, so I am already considering this St. Patrick’s Day a success.

Speaking of green: Thin Mints. I practically had a  breakdown this week needing to get my hands on some girl scout cookies.   It led to a “find a troop near you” online search and debating how far I was willing to drive on a Tuesday night since I would miss them this weekend at my local Kroger.  When I voiced my spiraling cookie depression to Kip, he said he saw them at Kroger while I was in Boston, and also said they sent an order form around at his office. (dramatic pause).
So, anyways,  I took a deep breath, calmed my inner Cookie Monster, and went online and found some “homemade girl scout cookies” recipes.
 
….. and then I was too lazy to go to the store, get the ingredients, and make them.  sigh.

And speaking of healthy unhealthy delicious desserts, I baked my Crack Cake the other weekend for a dinner party, so I took all new photos.  (The original post not only had interesting photos, but it was 2012 and Emily Maynard’s season of the Bachelorette was premiering that night!)  I was very proud of myself for it flipping out *almost* perfectly.  I need to look away because now I’m already craving it again.  It really is the best cake in the world.

Sorry that all I had to talk about today was food and alcohol basically… oops. #SorryNotSorry

:: FRIDAY LINKS :: 

Did you know that Victoria Beckham has a line for TARGET?! {Not only do they have amazing women’s clothing, her baby, toddler, and girls line is too cute for words.}
My favorites :
scallop edge romper // gingham top // scallop trim dress // navy and white lace sweatshirt // black collared dress
…. but really if you have little girls, please buy everything because the kids stuff is hands down the best.
I can only imagine how quickly all of her stuff will sell out!

I have incredible news! Leah Remini’s Scientology show has been renewed for a second season. I have already gone through every podcast she has been on in the last year, so I am due for some new material.

This embroidered top is calling my name – it’s so fun and colorful.

This video of dance scenes from old movies dancing to Uptown Funk is adorable (and perfectly on beat!)

St. Patrick’s Day Nail Art (I did a version of this one year. Yes, green nails. I take it to the extreme.)

This  cell phone case  is so cute, incorporating all of the pom and tassel trends!

If you are celebrating with some St. Paddy’s cocktails this weekend like yours truly, Tone It Up has some advice on sipping but not slippin’. 

A sweet reader sent me this amazing striped maxi skirt on super sale from Nordstrom Rack that would be perfect for wedding season, and I currently have it sitting in my cart.  It’s too cute for words.  This floral version would be cute for a beach wedding.
I had forgotten how amazing Nordstrom Rack can be for designer finds.  The splurge sandals I posted about on Wednesday are available in three different styles – but for complete Steals!!
Double Strapped Sandal   // Navy and Eyelet Sandal // Floral Sandal (I have this pair in white!)
Joie also has a bunch of their silk shorts in solids and beautiful prints for an insane 72% off right now!

Am I the only one really sick of Tarek and Christina? Maybe it’s because Flip or Flop is still always on TV, but seeing them instagram their meeting with a life coach together this week has me doing huge eye rolls.
…. Speaking of HGTV, the new Home Town show premieres next Tuesday! Which I hope doesn’t mean the new season of Fixer Upper is over, but probably does!

Matthew Perry apparently beat up Canadian PM Justin Trudeau when they were little.

16 best things to happen in the 90’s. Someone get me a Ring Pop!

Cheers to FRIDAY!!!!!

Kip and I didn’t see each other for over two weeks until he got back in town on Monday, so we are having a date night tonight and I am very excited about it.  We usually walk to the Sushi spot down the street, but he made reservations (!!) at a new place (!!) that a co-worker told him about, and added it to our iCalendar while he was away so that it randomly popped up on my phone 🙂

BE STILL MY HEART. Who am I married to!?!?  For some of you that may be nothing, but he’s so busy with work and has so much going on that this was a really sweet move in his part.  I wonder what else I can get out of him…… flowers? Chick-fil-A waffle fries in bed??

I just stumbled across a random part of my instagram with messages! I had no idea it was there and therefor wasn’t responding to messages from some of you! Sorry! A few messages disappeared when I was responding to another, so once again, sorry for not responding – feel free to reach out again 🙂

I feel like I need to have a new addition to Coffee Talk’s “Jackhole of the Week” and “Mazel of the Week” and call it “Crock of the week” (not to be confused with CRACK of the week, which is delicious food of course).  Crock of the Week would refer to the biggest crock of BS that I stumbled across that week on the interwebs. So….. why not! Here we go:

CROCK OF THE WEEK : GEM WATER 

I have see this Gem Water on several sites the last two weeks, and I just can’t imagine ever spending almost $80 on a water bottle where you can buy different gem inserts and, as the website says, “hydrate in style: turn ordinary water into extraordinary water”.  Ha!!!

but now I just saw they have a decanter with gems for wine….. and perhaps this a crock of sheyite I can get on board with? No…. I jest.  but it is cool looking! (I feel like this is going to be in Goop in no time if it hasn’t been already.  This is right up Goop’s alley!)

:: FRIDAY LINKS :: 

I spent all day yesterday e-mailing with people about how EW and HELL NO and NOT OKAY the Biden-Widow-Brother situation is.

As a Big Bang Theory lover (one of the few mutual shows in this household) I love the cast pulling a Friends and taking paycuts for the other cast members to get paid more.

Why you should strength train BEFORE you do your cardio, and not the other way around. 

Last Friday I discussed how I didn’t know that GG was engaged and she had gotten married.  I also commented at length that it was likely a horrible idea.  Thanks to sweet reader Julia, I have learned that they are already filing for divorce. The ironic thing is, her rep says things came to light that she didn’t know about and made her realize the marriage never should have happened…. which is exactly what I said last week (except I said perhaps HE would realize things about her and change his mind).  But most importantly, what happens to that gorgeous ring?

I don’t drink Coffee, but a wine-infused-coffee could be the thing to make it happen.

Speaking of booze, this is what happens to your body when you ditch booze for 1 month. 

The most affordable places to travel in March. 

Table 19 looks like a movie I’d enjoy –  I always love the movies that have 25 famous in them.

You are allowed to try ANYTHING at Trader Joe’s before you buy it.  Well, not alcohol, but basically anything.

A quick scroll that I enjoyed: looking through the 100 most influential people in Health and Fitness.

:: Fashion Finds of the Week :: 

I wear a thin gold bangle every day, and on the weekends I add one or two more (I’m so wild!).  I love this bangle stack from one of my favorite affordable jewelry designers – you can wear one or all of them depending on the look you want.  This stack of three is slightly different and beautiful too. 

There’s a huge sale on Rory Beca dresses.  You can snag everything from a go-to one-shoulder long black dress, this long navy racerback dress to this maxi or this maxi in several different color options down from almost $300 to under $90!

These heels are perfect for summer : stripes + wrap ankle with a bow + a stacked heel for comfort.  Also perfectly striped with bows for summer : this itsy bitsy adorable bikini. 

 (I’m going to the beach in 1 month so I have bikinis on the brain!) A new-to-me bikini brand is Red Carter.  I love the “friendship bracelet” detailing on this suit, and their pieces are under $100.  The line also carries super cute coverups, and I am in love with their dresses.

Unfortunately/Fortunately, I ordered a pair of my favorite jeans in a new cut + color in the Shopbop sale and they are fab-you-lussssss. I also ordered this grey duster cardigan from the Shopbop sale and am still waiting for it’s arrival.  A few more under $100 duster options: light grey duster   // lightweight + gunmetal color // thermal cardigan with hood // cream w. fringe hem

Happy Weekend Loves!

top image : unicorn food