Dunn's River Falls, Jamaica

TEN proclaimed (about 6 months ago) that we should go to Jamaica for Thanksgiving.  He decided that he would organize everything, and we would have a lovely time.  He wanted the Corona commercial for a week.

By now you all know I'm a bit of a control freak.  I like to organize everything, because then I know it will be done correctly :)  You know the type.  Anyhoo...I've not done a thing for this trip. 

I've just finished organizing our SECOND trip to Charleston, SC.  I've planned a few other excursions as well.  But I haven't done anything for Jamaica.  We still don't have reservations or flights or what have you.

TEN's theory is that the longer we wait, the better the price will be.  Yes, yes...he's looked at prices.  He's asked me to sit down with him a few times, and we've chosen the resort where we want to stay. 

(clearly TEN and I are going to have to help this party get started...)

  

What have you found when planning a vacation to a land far, far away?  IS the last minute the way to go?  Because I'm starting to have a little bit of a panic attack.  I'm starting to think that I'm going to have to plan this adventure.  And if I do, I will pout the whole time.  I may even turn into THIS guy:

Sometimes it's nice to be the one that just gets to show up.  You know?

Whiney Pants,

T

I Don't Usually Snark, But....

Currently TEN and I are driving to Charleston!  I'm hoping that the weather is going to clear up, and that we are going to be able to sun our buns on Folley Beach.  Reall though, we don't care.  We just want to get away :) 

But, before I go I thought I would share some snarks with you. 

You're welcome ;)


T is NOT pleased with the following things:

1.  This whole Facebook change.  I read an article that says Facebook has changed in hopes of being more like Google+.  That way there won't really be a competition between the two. Are they serious?  I've had a Google+ since day one.  I've posted 2 things.  I don't like it.  Circles?  Really?  If you weren't in my circle (or at least one of my groups) I wouldn't be your Facebook friend.  The end.

2.  Vanity sizing.  Are we really THAT vain as a society that we need to wear a Size 00?  How can someone be a DOUBLE ZERO?  Zero, in and of itself, signifies that something is nothing.  Therefore a double zero would mean that a person is less than something?  I'm confused.  I tried to purchase my size in a pair of pants in NYC.  Apparently I wear a size 2 in their brand.  Come on people.  You haven't made me feel better about myself.  I'm a Size 6.  I know this.  All you did is irritate me because I had to go all the way back out into the store to find the Vanity Size you have assigned me.

3.  Group Projects at Work.  I am not in college.  I am not in high school.  I successfully graduated both.  I understand the concept of "group projects" in school.  Learning to work together.  One has to learn when to take the lead, and when to delegate.  I got it.  What I do not need is to be assigned the role of Project Manager for a group project at work, that is irrelevant to me.  One that also was assigned to someone else, but she has a reputation for being slack and has (in her usual format) delegated her responsibilities to another group of people.  I've got a lot on my plate at work right now.  I think it's time for me to be one of those slackers in group projects who always got the good grade, but never did a thing :)

In other news, I've ordered yet ANOTHER pair of less than expensive boots....in hopes that I'll be able to fool both myself, and the masses :)  Target has a bunch of boots, and the pair I was madly in love with unfortunately ended up having elastic across the back.  Ewww...why?  So, these were my second choice: 

Keep your fingers crossed!  I'll be sure to fill you in.

Have a lovely weekend!

xoxo,
T

Old Navy Strikes Again!

I don't know what it is with Old Navy, but every Fall I seem to give them all of my money.  And most of the year I really am not much of an Old Navy shopper.  It's just something about Fall.

Last year I gave them all of my money for some presh little smock dresses + leggings + ballet flats.  I wore those dresses & leggings & ballet flats all Fall/Winter, adding scarves and boots as it got colder.  I do NOT regret that purchase one bit :)

This year I've just given Old Navy my money for some faux leather boots, some espadrilles & some house shoes.  I really didn't have a need for any of these shoes, but alas...they are en route.

Women's Faux Leather Riding Boots - $44.94

Women's Raffia Wedge Sandals - $12.97 (ON SALE)

Women's Cozy Chenille Slipper Socks - $5.00 (ON SALE)

I bought two pair of boots from Old Navy once upon a time.  I was really impressed.  Matter of fact, I still wear both pair.  They were really, really nice for faux leather boots.

I'm hoping these boots turn out to be just as nice.  I know that sometimes Old Navy can be hit or miss.  Have you ever had any unexpected good luck with a purchase from a lower budget store? 

Here's to hoping the brown boots are nice enough to pull off this Fall/Winter.  Because if not...well, let's just say my credit card has gotten enough mileage here lately......

T

***UPDATE - the boots arrived and they are EL-CHEAPO!  I'm taking them right back to the Old Navy store as soon as possible.  The espadrilles and the slipper socks are just lovely.  I guess 2 out of 3 isn't bad.  And so, the search continues.  Is it possible to purchase "low budget" riding boots, and have them look "high end"?  Hmmm....  ***

Westie Wednesday

Louis has fully recuperated from his teeth cleaning, and we've actually already brushed his teeth once since he had that done.  TEN and I are both committed to keeping up with this tooth brushing on a regular basis.  Seriously.

We've purchased these:

And with the twice a week brushing I think we should be good to go. 

Of course Louis has already forgotten his trip to the vet, and his confusion over the lack of hair on his arm (where they shaved it to put in the IV) is cute.  But, because I haven't forgotten his trip to the vet (and because I feel so badly for not having brushed his teeth all along) I have purchased Louis a prize.

Get ready friends.

Prepare to be jealous.

Louis is the proud new owner of THIS:

I cannot wait to parade him around town in it ;)

Westie Licks,

T & Louis

Cooking Class - Take 2!

I think I told you that Marilyn Monroe, Daisy & I were going to start our cooking class up again.  I think I told you that like 2 months ago. 

Let's just call it a false start, shall we?

Marilyn Monroe was really busy trying to get married and such, and I was going out of town every 5 minutes for work and all in all it was just NOT going to happen.

Guess what y'all.

Tomorrow night we're having cooking class. 

Hand on the Bible. 

Daisy is hosting, and all 3 of us are excited as can be.

Today Daisy, mrs.mfc and I took a friend to lunch for her birthday.  I had the most delish shrimp & andouille sausage dish with penne pasta.

Mmmmm....cooking class cannot get here soon enough!

Bon Apetite!

T

"In the South, we mature faster. I think it’s the heat." -Blanche Deveraux

I think I told you that TEN and I are heading back down to Charleston, SC on Friday morning. 

We had a lovely time visiting The Real Housewife of Charleston, Mr. Charleston & The Real Baby of Charleston back in July.  The things is, we also built a list of things that we still want to do!

TEN noticed a poster for this event:

Inaugural Charleston Pub Crawl from All Over It on Vimeo.

And so, we decided this would be the weekend we would return to Charleston!  We already have our tickets for the Pub Crawl, and for a few other things too :)

That tour will be at night, and it really does go through grave yards.  SPOOOKY! 

The other tour that we are going to go on this trip is a historic carriage tour.

We also plan on spending a day here:

All in all, a fantastic 4-day weekend if you ask me :) 

T

All is Well in The Land of Seersucker

Thank you for your thoughts yesterday.  When I took Louis to the vet, they removed his collar and put a rope of sorts around his neck.  He knew this was no ordinary visit, and he started to cry.  Then he peeped on the floor.  And it broke my heart.

When the call came at 12:30 that he was a bit groggy, but doing just fine, I felt myself breathe for the first time all day.  I have heard one too many horror stories of people and pets being put under...and not coming back :(

I am so thankful that was not meant to be for my pup.

("My toofs are clean!!!")

For a few hours Louis stumbled around and his legs wouldn't work quite right.  He cried a bit, because he wasn't sure why he didn't feel normal.  He would stand in the hallway and just look around, unsure of where he was. 

I took him to the couch and coo'd to him, and petted him and kissed him.  He sighed and closed his eyes.  And then, after a nice nap, he was back to his old self.  He ate a full bowl of hard food and apparently had a party with his stuffie friends during the night.  When I awoke they were all scattered about, and Louis was fast asleep.  I think he has a bit of a hang over.  We will excuse him this time.

Tonight I've got fabulous dinner plans, and tomorrow we will be watching the Virginia Tech Game with friends in this lovely Fall weather!  We may also hit the Greek Festival for a bit (Yummmmyyyy...).

Do you have any special plans to welcome the brisk weather that is upon us this weekend?

T