confession #1

 So I decided that this year besides trying to blog more, I was going to also start creating some more features. In the past I've been horrible at keeping up with them, so this feature will be sporadic. However, I think it will be fun. And if you feel like joining in, I'd love it if you left a reply in the comment section with a link to yours!!!!

So confession #1 of 2013............

I can't stand the Beastie Boys.

 

Most people I tell this too look at me in shock and horror,especially guys....this seems to be their band. And trust me, I tried to like them. I borrowed cds from old boyfriends and tried so hard to listen to them and like them, but I just can't do it. 

I still have their songs on my ipod too. (Shows how much I update the thing). I try to still listen to a song or to in hopes that I'll like at least one....but nope. I don't. Not even one.

Sorry Beastie Boys, but I'm just not one of the millions that adore yall.

-kel

365 project take 2

 So another year, another go at trying this whole 365 project. Last year I got half way through the year (which actually kinda surprised me....I didn't think I'd even be able to make it that far). This year I'm shooting for the entire year. While I know it's a lofty project, I'm trying to make it as simple as possible on myself. My idea/goal: to try and capture me or something I'm doing that day. It should be easy enough since I'm heavily depending on my iphone too. Granted I would love to take more actual camera shots, but I know I won't be able to every day. So instead, I'm trying to when I can and other days simply using my phone to capture my "everyday moments". I think it'll be fun to look back on. I know I enjoy looking back on last years.
So here is the first 9 days worth.

Most of them are posted on my instagram as well (kelzify).
xo
kel

books books books

Update on 2012 goal #1.....read at least 15 books.
 (I read 40).

I figured I'd make a list of all the books I read and maybe even get some suggestions from yall for this year's books!??!!

 Committed by Elizabeth Gilbert

New Moon by Stephenie Meyer

The Plantation: A Twisted Tale From A Demented Mind by Frank T. Stoppa

Eclipse by Stephenie Meyer

Love Wins by Rob Bell

Catching Fire by Suzanne Collins

Mocking Jay by Suzanne Collins

Mr. Darcy Broke My Heart by Beth Pattilo

Fit To Be Tied by Bill and Lynne Hybels

Behaving Like Adults by Anna Maxted

The Happiness Project by Gretchen Rubin

Step on A Crack by James Patterson and Michael Ledwidge

Cross by James Patterson

The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald

Swimsuit by James Patterson

The Other Boleyn Girl by Phillipa Gregory

Let's Pretend This Never Happened by Jenny Lawson

The Boleyn Inheritance by Phillipa Gregory

Is Everyone Hanging out without me? by Mindy Raling

The Constant Princess by Phillipa Gregory

The Queen's Rival by Diane Haeger

Mademoiselle Boleyn by Robin Maxwell

My Year With Eleanor by Noelle Hancock

Act Like A Lady, Think Like A Man by Steve Harvey

The Queen's Mistake by Diane Haeger

Your First Year Teaching and Beyond by Ellen Kronovitz

The Bell Jar by Sylvia Plath

LA Candy by Lauren Conrad

Sweet Little Lies by Lauren Conrad

Sugar and Spice by Lauren Conrad

50 Shades of Grey by EL James

50 Shades Darker by EL James

50 Shades Freed by EL James

Single in the City by Michele Gorman

Slaughterhouse Five by Kurt Vonnegut

Cracked by Tara Logan

Spying in High Hells by Gemma Halliday

Bridesmaid Lotto by Rachel Astor

Gamble on Engagement by Rachel Astor

The Wedding Wager by Rachel Astor

Kisses From Katie by Katie Davis

just another saturday night

Just hanging out...watching the Packer game while the pup and I try to feel better (we both have colds I think). Even though she kinda sucks at the whole potty training thing, I still love this little pup. She's already added so much joy into our home.

 Happy Saturday.

Oh....and GO PACK GO!!!!

-kel

2013 goals

I made a list of 4(well, er.....actually 7 goals). I'm just hoping that I actually keep them this year. Last year I somehow managed to only keep one. I've done a lot better on my birthday goals surprisingly though. I think its because I always have so many to make for my birthday so I try to make them more fun, but the resolutions for each new year I make more broad and create fewer.

So my goals:
1. try the 365 project again.
    Last year I tried and only made it half way through. Although that is better than I thought I would 
    go.
2. document each day.
    I want to write down highlights each day in a journal. I think it'd be really awesome to see what I  
    was doing that exact day a year before (you know when I look back in 2014).
3. save money.
    I've had this as a goal several times, but there are a few differences this time. First of all the last
    time I made this goal was when I started actually saving. Now that I have a bit of savings, I want to
    keep saving, with a number goal in mind. With so many things I want for the somewhat near
    future, I need some money to do it, and how else will I get it unless I save?
4. Read at least 25 books.
    Last year my goal was 15 and I read over 30, so really 25 (especially with a free summer) shouldn't
     be too hard.
The extra goals: get fit for Erica's wedding. Complete all my birthday goals.

Can't wait.
-kel

post-christmas links

Christmas may be over, but that doesn't mean my heart has stopped falling in love with all things Christmas......
So a few of my favorites....

These Christmas fonts (ps they are freeeeee!)

One of the most beautiful white trees I've ever seen. Maybe next year.....

Something I would definitely like to try with kidos next year!!!

Some amazing advent calendar ideas: one, two even though its halloween themed, three

Ugly sweater themed cake??? Uh yes please!!!

Can't wait to one day start this tradition with my own kidos.

One of the prettiest Christmas outfits ever!!!

Sweet shirt... I think I might need it!

Some Christmas tunes (that I probably won't wait until December to listen to again).

Oh and there's this Christmas playlist too.


So many cute Christmas things. Too bad it's over 300 days away until the next one!
-kel

lookback at 2012

It's almost hard to believe that 2012 is over. So much happened this past year.
I went skiiing.
I had several friends get engaged.
My best friend had a baby.
Outdid myself on my goal to read at least 15 books (I read 34).
Failed in some other goals (like get into shape and help the less fortunate...which I feel terrible even admitting).
Had 3 jobs.
Finally became a teacher.
Had multiple roommates (3 actually).
Created a cd swap on the blog.
Celebrated Valentines day with my awesome boyfriend (who surprised me with some treats!)
Took lots of maternity photographs
And lots of baby photographs.
And some family photographs.
Co-hosted a friend's baby shower.
Co-hosted a friend's engagement party.
Cut my hair (again).
Dyed my hair several times (and finally decided to go back to blonde).
Made new friends.
Tried to do the 365 project (and failed only after a few months).
Tried to make a mini book documenting my entire year (and got half way through).
Went bowling with furries (on accident).
Celebrated Easter with Steven and his family.
Celebrated my 25th birthday.
 Made 25 goals for my 25th year (that I'm really excited about completing!!)
Took my first trip to Chicago and Wisconsin (to visit Steven's family).
Went home to Pensacola for Thanksgiving.
Experienced my first NASCAR.
Celebrated year 2 with Steven!
Got strep throat.
Fell in love with Vampire Diaries.
Had some amazing girls nights with amazing girl friends.
Went to the hospital with Steven several times.
Visited my bestie in DC.
Got a kitchen aid mixer!!!!! (Thanks mom!!)
And got a puppy!!!!

All in all I think it's been a pretty crazy year.
Bring it on 2013, can't wait to see what you have in store for me!

keagan meets chloe

Last night baby Keagan met puppy Chloe. I think it might be safe to say it was love at first sight for both.

And I mean, really, is there anything cuter???

-kel

our newest addition

 

 For the past several months Steven and I have been puppy searching. I feel like I've looked everywhere and without luck. They were either already spoken for, too expensive, or not the kind of dog we wanted. I was starting to get pretty defeated. Then on a whim my parents and I stopped at a puppy store by their house. That's where I met this little one. I honestly didn't think we'd end up getting her, it just seemed too easy. But we did. And we love her! She's so much fun and so sweet. Suffice to say we rang in the new year with a larger family!

So everyone, meet Chloe!!!

Happy New Year!!
-Kel