Friday Surprise

Last week we had the opportunity to spend a beautiful day outdoors! The weather was just beautiful, so we didn't want to spend the afternoon inside. I thought it would be nice to take cards and a small plate of muffins to our neighbors, just because- random act of kindness. Our neighborhood is made up of couples who are primarily over 65 years old- no kids, so we are the 'young ones' on the block!

We thought it would be fitting to bring the entire 'family', so we got our exercise clothes on and took took Tyson with us on a spin around the block. The older people were thrilled to finally meet the dog that occasionally barks during the night. hahaha

As I walked down the road with my stack of plates, hubby by my side, and tyson bumping up against the side of my leg, I realized how thankful I was. Not just thankful for the beautiful day, but thankful for the opportunity to brighten someone else's day.

As the neighbors opened the door, they were cautious at first, when when they saw that I was actually there to give them something, not sell them something they were pleased. As they asked "what is this for?" I was able to tell them "just because you are a good neighbor and we are lucky to live on your street." One lady in particular responded "I just don't know what to say..." That to me was exactly why we did it- just because.

Fall is in the House

Typically people would say "Fall is in the Air" however down here is South Texas. Fall is a state of mind, or for us inside our home. Our weather consists of hot and hotter, so we have to pretend fall is here! Haha! Here is a sneak peek of our 'fall-ebration" which started last week!

Tortellini Sausage Soup

What's fall without a wonderful new soup recipe!

You can find it here at Our Best Bites

I added these golden feathers to some of our greenery in the dining room

This wreath I made last week at home, while watching a movie! I liked the colors, because they are neutral enough to go for both fall and winter, I will just change out the bow.

This banner was made originally for Baby Mack's baby shower, but I loved the fall colors, and decided to keep it up!

This Week:

1) Definitely carving pumpkins

2) More comfort food: homemade chicken pot pie, and carrot cake

3) Plan our our Thanksgiving camping trip

4) Finish crochet hat

How are you celebrating Fall?

Store Grand Opening

So this week one of my friends back home in California just got hired on with a brand new FOREVER 21 STORE opening in Roseville. Since it is a brand new store, they are planning a grand opening. Each employee was given the opportunity to submit a "theme" for the store's grand opening, and the best theme, would win a gift certificate! I love free things, especially when it involves clothes! Of course I love this kind of stuff, so I helped her come up with a few theme ideas myself. I am always up for a good challenge, especially when a prize is involved! So here are a few ides that I came up with, all the clothes pictured are already from the store!

Now as you take a look, picture 20+ girls creating creative outfits based on the theme, and the store as well!

Wild West: Everything Southern or Plaid


Fashion Week: Everything "designer worthy"



Where the Wild Things Are (or were!): Everything animal Print and Fur

Silent Film: Everything Black and White






Sweatin' to the Oldies: 80's work-out Theme

Glam Rock: Be your own Rock Star

Gold Digger Theme: Everything Bling

Punky Brewster:Punk Theme
Cute with a twist of Attitude

I already have my favorites, what are yours? Any other suggestions?